Mccain Cabin
The Mccain Cabin location is in Afton, Wyoming
83110. This page provides detailed contact information for this campground location including the campground phone number, office hours, reservation information and driving directions.
If you have any questions about the Mccain Cabin facility, or if you need to reserve a campsite, then call the campground listed below.
Address
671 North Washington
Afton
Wyoming
83110
Phone number
307-886-5300
Campground information Afton, Wyoming
Overview
McCain Guard Station is a rustic cabin that is popular year-round. In summer, hikers and horseback riders frequent the cabin, and snowmobile enthusiasts make use of the cabin throughout the winter. Several trails are nearby, and the open meadows offer gentle sledding for younger riders. Winter access in by snowmobile only on a groomed trail.
Constructed in 1933 by the Civilian Conservation Corps (CCC), the cabin welcomes guests to experience the rustic getaway with impressive scenery.
Recreation
Numerous creeks and the Little Greys River meander through the area, offering fishing opportunities. Hiking, biking, horseback riding and off-road vehicle trails are also in the vicinity. This includes Big Springs Trail and the 9-mile Bailey Creek Trail along a portion of the designated Wild and Scenic Snake River Headwaters. Motorbikes are allowed on nearby Telephone Pass trail from 7/1-9/10.
Facilities
The nonelectric two-room dwelling fits six overnight guests and no additional guests may camp outside. A vault toilet, picnic table and fire ring are located outside behind the cabin.
Bunkbeds with mattresses are provided. The kitchen has basic amenities including a propane cook top, propane lighting and a table and chairs. A woodstove and propane heater are also provided, with firewood stacked for winter.
No water is available, and dishes, pots, pans and utensils are not provided. Recommended items to bring include drinking water, garbage bags, dish soap, dish towels, toilet paper, a flashlight, sleeping bags and pillows and cleaning products such as bleach or disinfectant.
Natural Features
Nestled in a mountain valley at 6,900 feet in elevation, the cabin is perched near a creek that flows into Little Greys River. Pines line the hillsides, but no trees are near enough to offer natural shade to the cabin complex.
Deer, moose, elk, eagles and sandhill cranes are among the wildlife likely to be seen. An abundance of wildflowers color the landscape in summer.
The Bridger-Teton National Forest offers more than 3.4 million acres of public lands for outdoor recreation. With its pristine watersheds, abundant wildlife and immense wildlands, the forest comprises a large part of the Greater Yellowstone Ecosystem, the largest intact ecosystem in the lower 48 states.
Nearby Attractions
The cabin is 23 miles from Alpine, where the nearest grocery store, gas station and restaurant are located. Due to gravel mountain roads, this drive takes over an hour.
Frequently Asked Questions About 671 North Washington Afton, WY
How do I make a reservation with Mccain Cabin?
To make reservations at Mccain Cabin, you can call the office at 307-886-5300.
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Where is Mccain Cabin located?
The Mccain Cabin is located at 671 North Washington in Afton,
. This is the location you will need to go to for camping and information.
Does Mccain Cabin have tent or RV camping?
Mccain Cabin offers both tent and RV camping, but to confirm you will need to call the office at 307-886-5300 to make sure things haven’t changed.