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Custer Gallatin National Forest › Bozeman Ranger District › Montana
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Campsite #1 at Maxey Cabin, MT
$65
Cabin Site #1
| 15 people | |
| 0 | fair |
12/4
12/8
Campsite #1 Features: Back-In parking, Cabin Site, Pets Allowed
Campsite Reviews (25)
5.0 out of 5
| 5 star | | 80% |
| 4 star | | 8% |
| 3 star | | 0% |
| 2 star | | 12% |
| 1 star | | 0% |
@MarkP6983494 · Camped on Jul 22, 2025 at Campsite #1
This is one of my favorite places on earth. The cabin is clean and cozy and the french doors that open to the deck are a wonderful bonus. We saw deer, elk, and black bear right in front of the cabin. Gorgeous views over the meadows and of the mountains in the background. The bunk house is an added bonus giving more sleeping room and storage for our stuff. The road from the highway is only about a mile long and easily passable. The directions are a little incomplete as the forest service road is not labeled. Turn off at the Hood Creek Trail parking lot and the gate to the road is right there.The small creek next to the cabin was not flowing enough to get adequate water but there are hand water pumps at both campgrounds just down the road. We filled two 6 gallon water containers and that last us several days.Overall a wonderful place to stay and easily accessible.Thank you USFS for preserving this great facility and sharing it with the public.
@toml3206649 · Camped on Jun 22, 2025 at Campsite #1
The only recommendation I have would be to split the wood into smaller pieces. Most of what is there is too big to burn in the campfire.
@EllyS71AAAB01D · Camped on May 18, 2025 at Campsite #1
Good time.
@FrancisKA3B920 · Camped on Nov 25, 2024 at Campsite #1
Very beautiful location.This cabin is not as well stocked as other cabins typically are. I would suggest bringing your own cookware and utensils.
@PetaS7EFA61AB7 · Camped on Nov 28, 2023 at Campsite #1
Amazing location!
@JenniferE59361 · Camped on Nov 6, 2023 at Campsite #1
The cabin has one of the most beautiful views of any forest service cabin in Montana that I've experienced to date. There seemed to be a lot of mouse activity, but I know that is expected for a cabin in the woods. The mattresses are some of the best (supportive and comfortable) I've ever slept on in a cabin as well. That was amazing. There was plenty of wood and the stove put out a great amount of heat. The flies were pretty bad during the day but must have retreated into the logs at night. There was no toilet paper when we arrived, but luckily we had brought our own, so bring toilet paper if going to this cabin. Overall magical and I would go again if I'm lucky enough to be able to book it again. Very tough to book, for good reason. It would also be very tight in there with more than three people, so keep that in mind, especially in the winter when you can't spread out outside as much on the deck, which is another incredible feature of that cabin.
@MattS1245099 · Camped on Jun 17, 2023 at Campsite #1
Love this cabin and have stayed many times. Unfortunately it's now infested with mice. Hopefully this year's renovation will help
@KayleeG3480817 · Camped on Mar 2, 2023 at Campsite #1
Very nice place. The wood stove heats it up nicely. Watch out for icy spots! Saw one mouse run across the floor. Overall good stay.
@RebeccaH696815 · Camped on Feb 7, 2023 at Campsite #1
We enjoyed a beautiful, sunny day at Maxey. The trail going in was packed enough that we could easily pull sleds with supplies. Going out the next day it was snowing heavily and windy, with poor visibility and drifts across the trail. We were prepared and snow shoes came in handy.
We noted that the cabin will be closed for a while this spring/summer for some work. Probably a good thing, as there are some cracks in the caulking and a leak in the over-hang by the door going in, which creates an icey patch.
On a couple of occasions we have found personal belongings that have fallen under the bunks. We took a vest with a pair of headlights to the Forest Service office in case someone wants to claim them.
All in all, another great trip to Maxey. This cabin is a gem, please take good care of it.
We noted that the cabin will be closed for a while this spring/summer for some work. Probably a good thing, as there are some cracks in the caulking and a leak in the over-hang by the door going in, which creates an icey patch.
On a couple of occasions we have found personal belongings that have fallen under the bunks. We took a vest with a pair of headlights to the Forest Service office in case someone wants to claim them.
All in all, another great trip to Maxey. This cabin is a gem, please take good care of it.
@JodiM3149128 · Camped on Feb 8, 2022 at Campsite #1
The weekend getaway to this quaint cabin was just what the doctor ordered. No service, endless skiing and mountain views all around... what more could you want! The ski in was easy and less than a mile. The weather conditions allowed for walking in if that's more your speed. We were greeted with a clean cabin and plenty of wood that kept us extra toasty all weekend. The were dishes for cooking, nothing special but does the job, Hand sanitizer and lysol wipes for staying clean. The pit toilet was clean but thank goodness we brought tee pee because there was none. Other than that our stay was quiet, joyful and we will definitely be back. If you plan to adventure to the Maxey cabin you won't regret it and I hope you say yes to the adventure. If you go be sure to bring toilet paper, water and a light source! Enjoy!
@HannahG9605911 · Camped on Dec 1, 2021 at Campsite #1
Had a great stay at Maxey Cabin! Love the double doors that open onto the deck and the views, the yard swing, and the nice bathroom! We parked at the pullout off the paved road and walked in -- even with way overpacking for one night it was not too far to just load up and carry all our stuff in one go. This cabin has the least pans/utensils/dishes that I've seen amongst FS cabins so we were glad we brought our own cast iron and dishes.
@HannahG319 · Camped on Dec 1, 2021 at Campsite #1
Had a great stay at Maxey Cabin! Love the double doors that open onto the deck and the views, the yard swing, and the nice bathroom! We parked at the pullout off the paved road and walked in -- even with way overpacking for one night it was not too far to just load up and carry all our stuff in one go. This cabin has the least pans/utensils/dishes that I've seen amongst FS cabins so we were glad we brought our own cast iron and dishes.
@BrysonS760 · Camped on Aug 6, 2021 at Campsite #1
Great experience! There was a mouse living there that outsmarted all the traps. Can’t wait to come back!
@BrysonS5845350 · Camped on Aug 6, 2021 at Campsite #1
Great experience! There was a mouse living there that outsmarted all the traps. Can’t wait to come back!
@AlexS6004061 · Camped on Jun 17, 2021 at Campsite #1
The view can't be beat, and the little stream provides endless play for kids while at the cabin. Bring your bear spray - we saw a black bear within 1/2 mile of the cabin on our latest visit.
@AlexS683 · Camped on Jun 17, 2021 at Campsite #1
The view can't be beat, and the little stream provides endless play for kids while at the cabin. Bring your bear spray - we saw a black bear within 1/2 mile of the cabin on our latest visit.
@KendallC313771 · Camped on May 16, 2021 at Campsite #1
Early season conditions prevented us from driving to the cabin. Hiked in the next even for a lovely dinner picnic
@KendallC519 · Camped on May 16, 2021 at Campsite #1
Early season conditions prevented us from driving to the cabin. Hiked in the next even for a lovely dinner picnic
@JedH938 · Camped on Feb 11, 2021 at Campsite #1
Previous renter left a good wood supply. Weather was sub-zero, so it took the stove awhile to heat up the cabin, but once warm, it was easy to keep it cozy.
@JedH7276305 · Camped on Feb 11, 2021 at Campsite #1
Previous renter left a good wood supply. Weather was sub-zero, so it took the stove awhile to heat up the cabin, but once warm, it was easy to keep it cozy.
@RebeccaH296 · Camped on Jan 12, 2020 at Campsite #1
We have stayed several times at Maxey and it's awesome!. This time we did find a shortage of tissue in the outhouse; fortunately we had brought extra supplies. While we were there some skiers with their dog stopped on the trail that runs through the meadow below and after a few minutes decided to make their way up to the cabin. They told us they didn't think anyone was there, although smoke was coming from the chimney. They asked if they could eat their lunch at the pic-nic table and they were friendly enough so we said no problem (what else were we going to say?). While they were there they used the outhouse, which put a dent in our meager supplies and may explain why the usual ample supply of tissue was lacking. I suspect skiers know it is there and use it regularly. Anyway, I don't know how to remedy this. It's not that we're antisocial; we just weren't expecting company and were enjoying our solitude..
@ElizabethS494 · Camped on Jan 10, 2020 at Campsite #1
This cabin is mediocre at best with blah vistas and basically no charm...
book elsewhere so we can live here all winter! To pick a high point in recent years...3am visit by a very vocal playful group of coyotes running ski trails, surrounding cabin, and hooting it up in snowy meadow...awesome.
book elsewhere so we can live here all winter! To pick a high point in recent years...3am visit by a very vocal playful group of coyotes running ski trails, surrounding cabin, and hooting it up in snowy meadow...awesome.
@AmandaF808 · Camped on Dec 3, 2019 at Campsite #1
Gorgeous location! The cabin was well equipped and it was clean upon our arrival. Gorgeous wrap around deck yo enjoy all the views.
@JeroenP652 · Camped on Aug 25, 2019 at Campsite #1
Excellent location for a weekend outdoors.
@hollyo245 · Camped on Aug 18, 2019 at Campsite #1
We had a fabulous time. As children my Grandfather owned this cabin and we spent years spending summers at the cabin.
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