Deer Creek Cabin (Wy)
Campground · Wyoming · 1 bookable site ·
Managed by the USDA Forest Service
Wyoming Range Withdrawal Area Special Designated Area (Special Designated Area) · Restricted Access
- 1
- Bookable site
- up to 6
- People per site
- 6,273 ft
- Elevation
Overview
Deer Creek Cabin is a historic Forest Service guard station located 13 miles from Alpine, Wyoming. The quaint, rustic structure offers a backcountry experience with conveniences like a propane stove and a heater. The cabin compound is a free graze area for Forest Service horses to roam during the summer months.Winter access is by snowmobile only on a groomed trail.
Recreation
Greys River flows just across the road from the cabin, offering prime fishing opportunities. Hiking, biking, horseback riding and off-road vehicle trails begin nearby.Facilities
The two-room cabin sleeps six guests. Propane heating and lights are provided. Indoor plumbing is available during the summer months only, from around mid-June through Labor Day weekend. A vault toilet is available next to the cabin for colder months. A picnic table and campfire ring sit next to the cabin. A flush toilet, shower, and sink with drinking water are offered inside the cabin from approximately mid-June to Labor Day. Furnishings include a sink, propane cooktop, propane refrigerator, a table and chairs and three bunkbeds with mattresses. A wood stove and a propane heater are both available. Cooking and eating utensils are not provided. Recommended items to bring include bedding, dishes, pots and pans, utensils, garbage bags, dish soap, dish towels, toilet paper, a flashlight and cleaning products such as bleach or disinfectant.Natural Features
Lodgepole pine trees cover the complex, offering partial shade. Scenic views of the Bridger-Teton National Forest abound.Nearby Attractions
The closest town for groceries is in Alpine, just 13 miles away.The facts
- 1 bookable site
- 2 sites in total, including non-bookable
- Up to 6 people per site
- Loops: DECC, Scan & Pay
Site types
- 1 Cabin Nonelectric
- 1 Management
Amenities
- Campfires allowed
- Fire pits
- Picnic tables
- Shade
- Pets allowed
Not recorded upstream: electric hookups, water hookups, sewer hookups, grills.
2 campsites at Deer Creek Cabin (Wy)
Check-in 2:00 PM · Check-out 12:00 PM
| Site | Loop | Type | Entry | Surface | Max rig | People | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 001 | DECC | Cabin Nonelectric | Pull Through | Gravel | — | 6 | 🐾 |
| S&P Site Type 0 | Scan & Pay | Management | Pull Through | Gravel | — | 6 | 🐾 |
Getting there
From Afton, WY, take Highway 89 north about 31 miles to Alpine, Wyoming. At Alpine, turn right (East) onto Greys River Road (Forest Road 10138) and travel about 13 miles. The cabin is located on the left (east) side of the road, just past Murphy Creek Campground. Access is along a low-speed gravel road.
43.07056, -110.83333 · 43°4'14.0"N 110°49'60.0"W
Typical weather
| Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec | |
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| High °F | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| Low °F | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| Precip in | 3.0 | 2.4 | 2.4 | 2.7 | 3.2 | 2.1 | 1.1 | 1.3 | 1.9 | 2.3 | 2.6 | 3.0 |
1991–2020 averages from the nearest NOAA station, 8.8 mi away — not measured at the facility itself, and elevation can make a real difference over that distance.
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Fees and stay limits
Fee changes are upcoming and in progress at this cabin. The rates are as follows. Summer- Peak Season: (May 1-Sept 30) 2025: $50/ Night 2026: $60/night 2027-Future: $70/night Winter- (October 1- April 30) 2025-2026: $50/night 2026-2027: $50/night 2027-Future: $60/night
From Recreation.gov, which is not always current. The operator's own page is the authority on what you will be charged.
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Common questions about Deer Creek Cabin (Wy)
- Can you reserve a site at Deer Creek Cabin (Wy)?
- Yes, Deer Creek Cabin (Wy) is reservable through Recreation.gov.
- How many campsites does Deer Creek Cabin (Wy) have?
- 2 sites in total, of which 1 can be booked.
- Are pets allowed at Deer Creek Cabin (Wy)?
- Yes, pets are allowed at Deer Creek Cabin (Wy).
- Are campfires allowed at Deer Creek Cabin (Wy)?
- Campfires are allowed at Deer Creek Cabin (Wy). Check for a current fire restriction before you go.
Camping near Deer Creek Cabin (Wy)
- McCain Cabin 6.8 mi · Campground · we watch it
- Station Creek Campground 9.3 mi · Campground · we watch it
- Snake River Non-commercial Group Use Launch Timed Reservations 9.3 mi · Timed entry · we watch it
- Little Cottonwood Group 9.8 mi · Campground · we watch it
- Deer Creek Guard Station 0.1 mi · Campground
- Murphy Creek Campground 0.3 mi · Campground
- McCain Guard Station 6.8 mi · Campground
- Moose Flat Campground 7.6 mi · Campground
- Pearson Creek Trailhead 7.8 mi · Facility
- Wolf Creek Campground 9.5 mi · Campground
- Lunch Counter/Kahuna Overlook 9.5 mi · Facility
- East Table Boating Site 9.8 mi · Facility
Contact
- Phone 307-886-5300
- Book Recreation.gov
Recreation.gov last updated this record on 2026-02-25.
Facility information and photographs from Recreation.gov (RIDB). SpotOpened is not affiliated with Recreation.gov or any federal agency.
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