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Big Springs Warming Hut is located 22 miles south of West Yellowstone, Montana in beautiful Island Park at an elevation of approximately 6,300 feet. Lodgepole pines provide partial shade and summer wildflowers dot the landscape. Big Springs is nearby, making up the headwaters of Henry's Fork of the Snake River. A short trail leads to the springs, one of the country's largest. ATV trails are abundant in the Big Springs area. The charming and historic John Sack Cabin is nearby, noted for its unique location, construction and furnishings
The warming hut is fully enclosed, and has a concrete floor. Several picnic tables are inside along with a wood-burning stove for cool weather. Electrical outlets and overhead lighting is provided inside the building. Outside there are several more picnic tables and a central fire ring. A very large parking area is provided, with 20-amp electrical outlets on the edge. Please note that there is no water on site, but potable water is available at Big Springs Campground 2.5 miles away. A vault toilet is located adjacent to the warming hut. Firewood is available for purchase from the camp host at Big Springs Campground.
Island Park has outdoor activities for everyone. Hundreds of miles of hiking, biking, horse, and ATV trails crisscross the area. Island Park Reservoir and Henry's Lake are nearby, both offering boating, waterskiing, fishing, kayaking, and canoeing. Numerous additional small lakes and streams are scattered throughout Island Park. Yellowstone and Grand Teton National Parks are within a short drive, offering additional hiking and fishing, as well as outstanding scenery. The Island Park Rodeo is the first Saturday in August.
