Warm River Cabin

$50.00/night

ASHTON/ISLAND PARK RANGER DISTRICT
ASHTON, ID 83420

Overview

Warm River Cabin is located less than 20 miles from Ashton, Idaho, at Warm River Springs. An Idaho fish and game hatchery operated here from the 1930s to the 1950s. The cabin was formerly the hatchery manager's house. It was constructed by the Civilian Conservation Corps (CCC) in 1938.
The cabin is open year-round and can be accessed by car in the warmer months. Snowmobiles and cross-country skis are required to access the cabin on a groomed trail from early December through mid-May. The trek from the nearest available parking at Bear Gulch Trailhead to the cabin is 6 miles. Guests should be prepared to bring much of their own gear and supplies to make their stay comfortable.

Recreation

Hikers, horseback riders and mountain bikers can use the nearby trails. Off-road vehicle enthusiasts, snowmobilers and cross-country skiers can find trails within 10 miles Visitors can find an abundance of berries ripe for picking in late summer. The Warm River is excellent for trout fishing and wading. Game and game bird hunting is available in season.

Facilities

This charming cabin can accommodate a maximum of 12 people. It offers six sets of bunkbeds with mattresses, a dining area with a table and benches, a wood stove for cooking and for heating, storage cabinets and firewood. There is a new wood stove located in the living room with available seating as well. A picnic table, campfire ring and vault toilet are located outside the cabin.

Natural Features

The cabin is named after the adjacent Warm River Springs, which is the source of the Warm River. The dwelling sits at an elevation of 6,000 feet in an open, grassy area flanked by a conifer forest. Moose and bears are sometimes seen in this area

Nearby Attractions

The cabin is a short distance from the Mesa Falls Scenic Byway. The star attraction of this 29-mile sightseeing drive is Mesa Falls, which is divided into the 114-foot Upper Falls and the 65-foot Lower Falls. This is the only major waterfall in Idaho that isn't used for hydroelectric or irrigation purposes.

Camp site features

Across 1 camp site:

Fire pit: all 1 sites
Longest RV: 4 ft
Largest party: 12 people

Directions

From Ashton ID, travel east-northeast on Highway 47 (also known as the Mesa Fall Scenic Byway) for approximately 15 miles to the intersection of Highway 47 and Forest Road 150. Turn right onto Forest Road 150 and travel approximately 2.5 miles to the intersection of Forest Road 150 and Forest Road 154. Turn right onto Forest Road 154 and travel approximately 1.0 mile to the intersection of Forest Road 154 and Forest Road 367. Keep left on Forest Road 154 for approximately 1.5 miles to the cabin. The cabin is located across the bridge adjacent to Warm River Springs and Warm River.

Stay Limit

Check in from 2 PM, check out by 12 PM.

Reviews

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Carl D

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Reviewed a month ago

The wood stove kept the cabin warm, with very little wood. The dry firewood provided by the forest service was critical and very much appreciated. Two suggestions:" install hand sanitizer and open up the sink for drainage

Mandy W

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Reviewed a month ago

It was so beautiful and quiet. Had a few people come through camp but not bad. The cabin was cozy and I loved the fireplace and they made sure you had firewood and an axe if needed. Will go again

matt N

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Reviewed 2 months ago

This time the cabin was left a lot cleaner. only saw one mouse, we didn't have as many people walking through although one group did try to go through our things, they stopped when I approached them. the cabin is older but great for larger groups, the area is hard to beat. beautiful views, great hike, not amazing fishing but you can give it a try, and dark skies for those who love to star gaze!

Hannah R

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Reviewed 3 months ago

While we were renting this cabin, there were people walking all over and around the property. When I told some of them that we were renting that property and asked them to give us space, one lady told me that she wasn’t going into the cabin and that it was public land and that they could walk wherever they wanted around it. So incredibly RUDE!! Maybe there needs to be a fenced off portion to allow for a semblance of privacy? Also, some animal got into the house through the cabinets in the kitchen and ate through a bag of food we had in a crate and shredded some papers in another crate. Thankfully it didn’t go into any of the bedrooms where people were sleeping. Unsettling to wake up to, however. The surrounding scenery is breathtaking and I would go back if I had my camper or even a tent to stay in.

Tracy F

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Reviewed 4 months ago

We spent 5 nights here, over the 4th of July. We loved it! The cabin was in great shape, lots of firewood in the basement. Loved the areas, had some great hikes and seen lots of Deer in the water during the nights and mornings. We did get a lot of visitors, which was expected being it a holiday weekend, but everyone was super nice.

Betsy M

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Reviewed 7 months ago

Cute cabin that meets all basic needs. Serene location. Be bear aware for sure and bring plenty of water.

Availability

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Reserve

Popularity: Very quiet

Busiest in November, when about 8% of guest capacity is reserved. Based on 4 years of reservations.