This charming, over 100 year old cabin sits along the banks of the Gallatin River, making it the perfect fly fishing spot! With a seating area overlooking the water, the views don't get much better than this! Make sure to watch for rafters as they go by as this is a popular white-water rafting area.
As you enter the cabin, you'll find a cozy open-concept living/dining/kitchen area, complete with a beautiful decorative fireplace and lovely rustic cabin decor. The bathroom has everything you need for your stay, including a vintage claw-foot tub! From the living area, you enter the loft by way of a log ladder that leads to a comfy, cozy bedroom space with a full-sized bed. Have a peaceful night's rest as you listen to the comforting sounds of the river.
Originally a dude ranch, Karst Camp was established in 1901 by Pete Karst. It was the gateway to Yellowstone National Park for early tourists. The camp, known as Karst Stage Stop Inn, saw up to 600 tourists per summer with 25 guests cabins. In 1937, Pete built a towrope for skiers, which has since vanished, as well as a bar and brothel for local miners. Visitors can imagine the rugged conditions both residents and tourists must have had to endure to appreciate Yellowstone Country 100 years ago.
In the summer, you are just minutes from exceptional fly fishing, river rafting, golfing, hiking, mountain biking, horseback riding, ziplining and more. Plus, the West entrance of Yellowstone National Park is only about 45 minutes away while following the historic HWY 191 along the scenic Gallatin River. Don't miss the free concerts, farmer's markets, and weekly special events throughout the summer!
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Key Residence Features: Fantastic location on the Gallatin River | Historic Cabin
View and Location: Located on the banks of the Gallatin River | Gorgeous river views | Located directly off Highway 191/Gallatin Road | 35 Miles to Bozeman Airport | 10 Miles to Big Sky | 55 Miles to West Yellowstone
Bedroom Configuration: Bedroom 1: Double-Sized Bed | Upper Level Loft Additional Sleeping Area 1: Common Living Area | Sleeper Sofa | Main Level Additional Sleeping Area 2: Common Living Area | One Twin-sized bed | Main Level
Bathroom Configuration: Bathroom 1: Single Vanity | Vintage Clawfoot Tub | Toilet | Main Level
Kitchen Amenities and Supplies: Standard Coffee Machine | Toaster | Blender | Crockpot | Bakeware | Tea Kettle | Cooking Utensils | Basic Spices | Dishwasher | Microwave | Electric Range | Fridge | Freezer
Dining: Seating for 4 people
What We Provide: Stay Montana provides a complimentary starter kit of amenities to make your stay more comfortable Linens: Sheets | Pillows | Blankets | Comforters | Body Towels | Hand Towels Hygiene: 1 individual travel sized Bee Kind by Gilchrist & Soames soap, shampoo and conditioner per bathroom Household: 2 rolls of toilet paper per bathroom | 2 extra trash bags per can Kitchen: Salt and Pepper | 2 rolls of paper towels | 10 dishwasher tablets | 1 bottle liquid dish soap | 1 Sponge
Inside Amenities: Clawfoot Tub | Board Games | Cozy Loft
Air Conditioning: Please note, most homes in Montana do not have air conditioning. We encourage guests to open the windows at night to enjoy cooler evening temperatures and close them during the day (including curtains/blinds) to keep the cool air in. For your safety, please only open windows when you are present in the property. Additionally, most homes will have fans located in the bedroom closets.
Outdoor Amenities: Riverfront access to the Gallatin River | Outdoor Seating | Gas Grill
Communications: Wireless Internet (WIFI) - speeds cannot be guaranteed based upon weather or usage in the area | There is currently NO cell service at the cabin. Cell service is available in Big Sky (a 10 minute drive south of the cabin) or at the bridge across the river, just south of the cabin and about a two minute walk from the cabin | TV
Safety: Carbon monoxide detector | Smoke alarms | Fire extinguisher
Stay Montana Professional Cleaning Standards: Cleaning products (CDC approved) applied with microfiber cloths | Sheets and Towels are laundered by a commercial laundry facility (not in the home) | Professionally trained cleaning staff using personal protective equipment | Disinfection of high touch areas using a pressurized sprayer (or electrostatic sprayer) – counters, light switches, remotes, door handles | Individually packaged, eco-friendly shampoo, conditioner, and soap.
Included Services: Linens Provided | On-Call Maintenance | Concierge | 24-hour Emergency Line
Policies: No smoking | No pets allowed | Additional taxes and fees may apply | Minimum Age Requirement - 18 Years old | Required Vacation Rental Agreement to be signed by guest prior to arrival | No outside Fires during Fire Season on any outdoor fire pit | Mid-stay clean required every 36 days if booking long term
Property manager
Stay Montana
Languages
English
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Property amenities
Internet
Available in the house: Free WiFi
Parking and transportation
Parking on site
Kitchen
Blender
Coffee/tea maker
Cookware, dishware, and utensils
Dishwasher
Freezer
Microwave
Oven
Paper towels
Refrigerator
Spices
Stovetop
Toaster
Bedrooms
Bedroom
Bedsheets provided
Sofa bed
Bathroom
1 bathroom
Bathtub or shower
Hair dryer
Shampoo
Soap
Toilet paper
Towels provided
Living spaces
Separate dining area
Entertainment
Games
TV with cable/satellite channels
Outdoor areas
Barbecue grill
Firepit
Patio
Laundry
Laundry detergent
Laundry facilities
Comfort
Heating
Pets
No pets allowed
Suitability/Accessibility
Smoke-free property
Services and conveniences
Concierge services
Housekeeping (on request)
Location highlights
In a rural location
In the mountains
On a river
On the waterfront
Things to do
Birdwatching nearby
Ecotours nearby
Fishing nearby
Golfing nearby
Hiking/biking trails nearby
Horseback riding nearby
Kayaking nearby
Mountain biking nearby
Mountain climbing nearby
Rafting nearby
Swimming nearby
Wildlife walks nearby
Safety features
Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
Fire extinguisher
General
Eco-friendly toiletries
Housekeeping (on request)
Unit size: 400 square feet
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Brand new cabin on Gallatin River w/ access to fly fishing
Brand new cabin on Gallatin River w/ access to fly fishing
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Pets
Pets not allowed
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
Important information
You need to know
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
Property is also known as
518476
About the neighborhood
MT, Gallatin Gateway
What's nearby
Big Sky Community Park - 15 min drive - 19.5 km
Big Sky Town Center - 16 min drive - 21.2 km
Big Sky Golf Course - 16 min drive - 20.5 km
Ousel Falls Park - 20 min drive - 24.3 km
Big Sky Resort - 26 min drive - 27.1 km
Getting around
Bozeman Yellowstone Intl. Airport (BZN) - 44 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Is Waterfront Gallatin River access w/fire pit - Historic Fly Fishing Cabin pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much does it cost to stay at Waterfront Gallatin River access w/fire pit - Historic Fly Fishing Cabin?
As of Jun 18, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Waterfront Gallatin River access w/fire pit - Historic Fly Fishing Cabin on Jul 8, 2025 start from ¥25,442, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.
What time is check-in at Waterfront Gallatin River access w/fire pit - Historic Fly Fishing Cabin?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Waterfront Gallatin River access w/fire pit - Historic Fly Fishing Cabin?
Check-out is at 10:00 AM.
Where is Waterfront Gallatin River access w/fire pit - Historic Fly Fishing Cabin located?
Situated on the waterfront, this vacation home is steps from Gallatin National Forest and Gallatin River. Soldiers Chapel and Big Sky Chapel are also within 12 mi (20 km).
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10/10
What a great little cabin on the river! Firepit next to the river was absolutely amazing. Clean, amenities, everything was great. Highly recommend staying here!
Abram M.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024
10/10
This place was great. My wife and I had never been to Montana and didn’t really know the best places to stay, but when we came across this cabin we knew immediately that this is where we wanted to stay. The location is great, within 10-15 minutes of BigSky around an hour and a half to Yellowstone and Lewis and Clark State Park. It was the perfect size for the two us, staying for a week. If we come back to Montana, we will definitely be staying here again.
Colton C.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024
8/10
Loved the cabin! The loft was a wonderful place to sleep, the views were beautiful out back. The front, not so much. We’re assuming the mess of digging in the front is bringing a new cabin. We started out with no coffee pot but we asked for one and one was delivered very quickly. The staging of the cabin on the website was very beautifully decorated with rugs, pillows, bedspreads, chairs, end tables and lamps. But we just got the bare bones. Overall the cabin was centrally located and hope to come back soon.
Kimberly M.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023
8/10
We had a great and relaxing four night stay in our cabin. The cabin was neat and rustic, with all the necessary amenities to be comfortable during September. There was a small amount of construction/landscaping that went on one morning, but the workers were friendly and we were staying during the work week. Such a cool location.
Clay O.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023
8/10
The view and sounds from the riverside porch were amazing. We enjoyed the bonfire pit and river. The lawn furniture could use updating. The adults were 6'3 and this furniture wasn't sufficient. However, the cabin was clean and the location was perfect for the trails we planned to hike and day trips to Big Sky. The windows did not have screens so we could not open the windows in the evening. We would stay here again simply for the views, cleanliness and ease easy access to everything.