Jumpup Cabin

$60.00/night

Show on map 928-643-8188 melissamrobinson@fs.fed.us

430 S Main St, PO Box 248
Fredonia, AZ 86022

Notice

The North Kaibab Ranger District and Grand Canyon North Rim were significantly affected by the Dragon Bravo and White Sage fires in 2025, and certain areas remain closed. Visitors should check the status of closures on Forest Service lands at https://www.fs.usda.gov/r03/kaibab/alerts and on the Grand Canyon North Rim at https://www.nps.gov/grca/index.htm. Use extreme caution when entering burned areas

Jan 21, 2026 – Dec 1, 2026

Overview

Since the 1900s, Jumpup cabin has been used by ranchers as well as the Forest Service, and is listed on the National Register of Historic Places. The site consists of a historic two-room cabin, shed and composting toilet.

Recreation

Jumpup cabin is located at the trailhead for the Ranger trail, a 17-mile wilderness trail that winds through Kanab Creek. Hiking this area is very popular in the spring and fall months, but is discouraged during the hottest summer months. Water is scarce and some route-finding is required.

Facilities

Jumpup cabin is a rustic log structure with an open concept, divided into two distinct areas. A main living and cooking area which has a table and chairs, wood burning stove (the sole source of heat) and a small kitchenette with a wash tub. There is no electricity, running water or propane. Lanterns and cooking supplies are provided. The second room is a bunk room with two sets of double-over-double bunk beds. Guests will need to bring their own linens or sleeping bags. Guests must also provide their own water and fire wood. Outside there is an open air composting toilet, a fire ring and a picnic table. This site is a pack-it-out site. Guests should be prepared to do light cleaning prior to leaving to help prevent rodent issues.

Natural Features

With a panoramic view of Kanab Creek Wilderness, the cabin sits on the edge of Jumpup canyon. From the front door you take in a wide open expanse of red rock descending into canyon walls below, lined with juniper, pinyon, yuccas, sage and cliffrose. With an elevation of 5,500 feet and a predominantly southern exposure, this site is hotter and drier than many other areas in the forest. There is no water at the cabin site, but a short .25-mile hike down the Ranger trail will take you to Lower Jumpup spring, a perennial spring configured to a holding tank.

Nearby Attractions

Located 2 hours from the North Rim of Grand Canyon National Park, 2.5 hours from Zion National Park, and 2 hours from the scenic gateway community of Kanab, Utah, the Kaibab National Forest is situated ideally for traveling throughout the grand circle.

Contact Info

For facility specific information, please call (928) 643-7395.

Camp site features

Across 1 camp site:

Fire pit: all 1 sites
Picnic table: all 1 sites
Longest RV: 20 ft
Largest party: 8 people

Directions

From Fredonia: Travel on 89a towards Jacob Lake approx. 2 miles then turn right on FR22. Continue to the intersection of Forest Road 447. Turn right on Forest Road 447 and continue for approximately four (4) to the junction of Forest Road 234. Turn right onto Forest Road 427 and continue for a quarter mile (.25) miles to the junction of Forest Road 234. Turn left on Forest Road 234 and continue for approximately nine (9) miles to the junction of Forest Road 423. This route is long and windy, be patient. Turn left onto Forest Road 423 and continue for one (1) mile to Jumpup cabin.

Stay Limit

Check in from 2 PM, check out by 11 AM.

Reviews

6 reviews

5 stars

4 stars

Paul E

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Reviewed 24 days ago

Thank you to the Forest Service for maintaining this cabin and making it available to the public. It is a remote and scenic area. We appreciated the kitchenware, table, and chairs. We brought a canopy for the cement picnic table just outside the door which added additional eating and "living" space. Rodent visitors each night, .

Monica L

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Reviewed a month ago

A remote historical cabin on the edge of Jumpup Canyon. The bunk beds were comfortable enough, but very closely stacked. To fit 8 people means 2 people per full sized bed with little head room. In good weather, sleeping outside could be an option. Like most FS cabins, beware of rodents. Great views of the night sky.

Dainan M

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Reviewed 6 months ago

Absolutely amazing and unique experience. There was a mouse in the cabin but he didn’t bother me, and be advised it is a trailhead for overnight backpacking so you’ll see cars parked and people come and going. Totally awesome though

Rachel D

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Reviewed a year ago

Beautiful area. Cabin is very clean.

Rebecca S

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Reviewed a year ago

I love staying at Jump-up Cabin and hiking the nearby canyons. It's a perfect place to enjoy a weekend of solitude or to begin a backpacking trip. Although there is a separate room with bunk beds (2), in the cooler autumn months, I have taken a cot and placed it near the woodstove to warm the cabin at night. On this last trip in early October, I was happy to see that the outdoor trash receptacle, meant for ashes but often filled with garbage, was gone. Either thoughtful guests or the caretaker had left firewood and water. The outdoor "restroom with a view" was clean and odorless, and the cabin was tidy . There were a few mouse visitors but they vanished before dawn. Thank you to the Forest Service for maintaining the cabin and making it available for guests. We have been visiting this peaceful retreat for 15 years, since before the cabin became a rental. Be sure to take your own firewood and water (there is an outdoor firepit but be aware of local fire restrictions). The upper spring is available but it is a half-mile hike uphill to bring water back (and you need to purify it). Additionally, stay mindful of the weather and road conditions, as the roads may become impassable with rain or snow.

Martin V

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Reviewed 2 years ago

Pease pack out your own garbage from your stay. The can outside was full of all kinds of trash-possibly from day users, but most looked to be from folks staying at the cabin. The USFS is pretty clear on this, with signage at the cabin and info. when you book the cabin.

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Mar 1, 2026 – Nov 30, 2026

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