Mccain Cabin

Bridger-Teton National Forest — riverside, fishing, hiking

Location: AFTON, WY, WY

Price: From $50 per night

Rating: 4 out of 5 (21 reviews)

Season: Year-round

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.

Cell coverage (FCC estimate): none signal. Actual signal may vary in remote areas.

Amenities: Fire Rings, Picnic Tables, Vault Toilets, Drinking Water, Electric Hookups, Fishing, Firewood for Sale

Availability alerts: Set a free cancellation alert at camperwatch.org/campground/mccain-cabin to be notified when sites open up.

Historic 1933 CCC-built rustic cabin popular year-round with impressive scenery, nearby trails, and meadows suitable for summer hiking and winter snowmobiling. Highly rated by campers (4.8/5) who praise the friendly hosts and clean facilities.

Wildlife alert: Bighorn Sheep present in the area

Insider tips for Mccain Cabin: Book early as this is a federal campground with only 1 site Winter access is by snowmobile only on groomed trail Hand pump water may be periodically disabled; verify water availability before arrival

Skip Mccain Cabin if: You need RV hookups—no hookups available. You require consistent trash pickup service. You need guaranteed on-site host presence.

Best time to visit Mccain Cabin: June-September — Summer season for hikers and horseback riders with nearby trails and open meadows. December-March — Winter season for snowmobile enthusiasts; winter access by groomed snowmobile trail only.

Nearby campgrounds: Deer Creek Cabin (Wy) (AFTON, WY), Station Creek Campground (SNAKE RIVER CANYON, WY), East Table Campground (Alpine, WY), Little Cottonwood Group (SNAKE RIVER CANYON, WY).

Cell Phone Coverage at Mccain Cabin

Cell signal at Mccain Cabin (AFTON, WY): none overall signal based on FCC broadband data.

Coverage data source: FCC Broadband Data Collection (BDC). Actual signal may vary due to terrain, tree cover, and distance from towers. Camper reports are more reliable than coverage maps in remote areas.

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AFTON, WY, WY★ 4 (21 reviews)From $50/nightFederal campground · book on Recreation.gov
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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.

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Verified facts

RIDB / Recreation.gov official database
Check-in2:00 PM
Check-out12:00 PM
SeasonYear-round
Stay limit14 days
Max RV100 ft
HookupsNo hookups.
PetsAllowed
CampfiresAllowed
Max/site6 people

Amenities

RIDB /facilities /campsites · owner-verified
Essentials
Fire RingsDrinking WaterFirewood for Sale
Recreation
Picnic TablesElectric Hookups
Family & Pets
Vault ToiletsFishing

Straight talk

CamperWatch intel · curated from camper reports

Known issues, each with the workaround. Read before you book.

Known issuesFederal campground — book early. No hookups at most sites. Seasonal operations.
Skip it if:✕ You need RV hookups—no hookups available✕ You require consistent trash pickup service✕ You need guaranteed on-site host presence

Insider tips & when to go

CamperWatch intel · hand-curated entry

Book early as this is a federal campground with only 1 site

Winter access is by snowmobile only on groomed trail

Hand pump water may be periodically disabled; verify water availability before arrival

Best: June-September

Summer season for hikers and horseback riders with nearby trails and open meadows

Best: December-March

Winter season for snowmobile enthusiasts; winter access by groomed snowmobile trail only

Things to do nearby

RIDB /activities /recareas + intel

Conditions today

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Cell signal

FCC BDC · quarterly dataset
T-Mobile
4G · 0%
Verizon
4G · 0%
AT&T
4G · 0%

FCC maps are theoretical — camper reports confirm signal.

Wildlife nearby

iNaturalist · research-grade · 8 km
Alert: Bighorn Sheep present in the area

Location

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307-886-5300· Bridger-Teton National Forest
Getting there →

From Afton, Wyoming, take Highway 89 north about 31 miles to Alpine. At Alpine, turn right (south) onto Greys River Road (Forest Road 10138) and travel about 8 miles to the junction with Little Greys River Road (Forest Road 10124). Turn left (northeast) onto Little Greys River Road and drive about 11 miles to Forest Road 10047. Turn left at that junction and continue another 2 miles. At fork, turn left and follow the road to the cabin, which will be in plain view. Access is along low-speed grave

Campground entrance

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Community

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Pro tips

  • Book on recreation.gov exactly 6 months ahead at 10am ET — Bridger-Teton National Forest fills fast in peak season.
  • Check current road conditions at Bridger-Teton National Forest before arrival — seasonal closures common.

Frequently asked questions

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How much does Mccain Cabin cost per night?+
Mccain Cabin costs $50 per night. Hookup options: No hookups.
What season is Mccain Cabin open?+
Mccain Cabin is open Year-round. Check-in is 2:00 PM, check-out is 12:00 PM.
Does Mccain Cabin have hookups?+
No hookups.
What is the maximum RV length at Mccain Cabin?+
Mccain Cabin can accommodate RVs up to 100 feet.
How do I make reservations at Mccain Cabin?+
Mccain Cabin is a federal campground — book 6 months ahead at Recreation.gov. Set a free CamperWatch cancellation alert to be notified the moment a site opens.
What is the cell service like at Mccain Cabin?+
According to FCC coverage maps, cell signal at Mccain Cabin is rated none. FCC maps show theoretical coverage — actual signal in remote or heavily forested areas may be weaker.
What season is Mccain Cabin open, and what are check-in times?+
Mccain Cabin is open Year-round. Check-in is 2:00 PM, check-out is 12:00 PM.
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National Weather Service — Live hourly forecast + active alerts
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Google Air Quality API — Live AQI at exact campground coordinates
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iNaturalist — Research-grade wildlife within 8km
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Google Pollen API — Today’s tree, grass & weed pollen forecast
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FCC Broadband Map — Verizon, AT&T, T-Mobile 4G/5G coverage data
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RIDB — ADA sites, hookups, toilets, pets, campfire rules, bear boxes, max RV, activities, contact, directions
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$50 /night★ 4 (21)
SeasonYear-round
Check-in2:00 PM
Check-out12:00 PM
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