Wolf Run Cabin

The feel

Inside there is a woodstove, a table and a bench, and an outhouse stands near the cabin and shed.

It is primarily a winter use cabin, part of more than 250 miles of groomed winter trails linking 12 public-use cabins. Snowmobiling, snowshoeing and cross-country skiing are the usual ways in. The original cabin and the Windy Creek bridge burned in the 2005 wildfires and were replaced with larger structures in 2006.

What to expect

Layout and setting

One cabin that sleeps up to 8, comfortably 6, with a woodstove, table and bench. Sits in the Windy Creek drainage with views of the White Mountains.

Check-in and stay

Check-in and checkout are both at 12:00 PM.

Crowds and best time

Winter is the main season for this cabin.

Fees and reservations

$42/night. Reservable through recreation.gov up to 30 days out.

Dogs

Pets are allowed.

Bathrooms and water

An outhouse stands near the cabin. There is no running water, so bring your own.

Season and access

Primarily winter use; ATVs are not permitted May 1 to October 14. From the Colorado Creek Trailhead at milepost 57 on the Elliott Highway, the Colorado Creek and Windy Creek trails run 22 miles to the cabin. From Windy Gap Cabin via the Windy Creek Trail it is 9 miles.

Mingo says

Plan this as a winter trip on snowmobile, snowshoes or skis. Summer is not the season for this one.

Before you go

• Reserve on recreation.gov, up to 30 days ahead, at $42/night.
• Start from the Colorado Creek Trailhead at milepost 57 on the Elliott Highway, reached by the Steese Highway to Fox and then the Elliott Highway.
• Bring your own water and plan around the 12:00 PM check-in and checkout.

Written October 2026. Sources are listed at the end of this page.