Muddy Guard Cabin
Bighorn National Forest — fishing, hiking
Location: BUFFALO, WY, WY
Price: From $40 per night
Rating: 4.7 out of 5 (38 reviews)
Season: May through October
Muddy Guard Cabin dates back to the late 1930s and offers views of wildflower-topped meadows and snow-capped mountains. Originally used as a Forest Service guard station, the quaint cabin appeals to those looking for a peaceful getaway with hiking, horseback riding and fishing. Winter access is possible, but only by cross country skis, snowmobiles or snowshoes along a 200-yard stretch of road.Fishing in Muddy Creek is enjoyable and various trails for hiking and mountain biking can be found in th
Cell coverage (FCC estimate): none signal. Actual signal may vary in remote areas.
Amenities: Fire Rings, Picnic Tables, Drinking Water, Electric Hookups, Fishing, Firewood for Sale
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Historic 1930s Forest Service guard cabin offering peaceful getaway with views of wildflower meadows and snow-capped mountains. Popular for hiking, fishing, and horseback riding with a 4.8/5 rating from verified campers.
Wildlife alert: Moose, Pronghorn, White-tailed Deer, Yellow-bellied Marmot, American Three-toed Woodpecker, Mountain Bluebird, Canada Jay, and Wild Turkey present in the area
Insider tips for Muddy Guard Cabin: Book early — this is a popular federal campground with limited availability Winter access possible via cross-country skis, snowmobiles, or snowshoes for 200-yard stretch Fishing available in Muddy Creek on-site
Skip Muddy Guard Cabin if: Expecting full hookups — no hookups available. Need reliable pre-arrival cleaning — previous renter cleanliness varies. Visiting outside May-October — seasonal operations only.
Best time to visit Muddy Guard Cabin: May-October — Official operating season for the campground.
Nearby campgrounds: Lost Cabin Campground (Worland, WY), Pole Creek Cabin (Buffalo, WY), Sheep Mountain Fire Lookout (Buffalo, WY), Doyle Creek Campground (Worland, WY).
Cell Phone Coverage at Muddy Guard Cabin
Cell signal at Muddy Guard Cabin (BUFFALO, 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.
Muddy Guard Cabin dates back to the late 1930s and offers views of wildflower-topped meadows and snow-capped mountains. Originally used as a Forest Service guard station, the quaint cabin appeals to those looking for a peaceful getaway with hiking, horseback riding and fishing. Winter access is possible, but only by cross country skis, snowmobiles or snowshoes along a 200-yard stretch of road.Fishing in Muddy Creek is enjoyable and various trails for hiking and mountain biking can be found in the area.
Verified facts
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Insider tips & when to go
CamperWatch intel · hand-curated entryBook early
this is a popular federal campground with limited availability
Winter access possible via cross-country skis, snowmobiles, or snowshoes for 200-yard stretch
Fishing available in Muddy Creek on-site
Official operating season for the campground
Things to do nearby
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Wildlife nearby
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Getting there →
From Buffalo, Wyoming, take Wyoming State Highway 16 west 24 miles. Turn left on Crazy Woman Road (FSR 33), travel 400 feet, turn right on Forest Service Road 473. Visitors will use a gate to access the cabin. Please keep the gate closed.
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- Book on recreation.gov exactly 6 months ahead at 10am ET — Bighorn National Forest fills fast in peak season.
- Check current road conditions at Bighorn National Forest before arrival — seasonal closures common.
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