About Portal Bunkhouse
Number of accommodations: 1
Seasonal information
2026 Season availability
Open year round
This campground is open year round, providing flexibility for your stay.
Campground Amenities
Most popular amenities
Power Service
Water Hookup
Electric Hookup
Kitchen
RV Utilities and Hookups
- Power Service
- Water Hookup
- Electric Hookup
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- Cell Reception
Cabin Interior
- Kitchen
- Heating
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PORTAL BUNKHOUSE, Loop: PORTAL BUNKHOUSE
Site Details
Reviews (222)
What Guests Are Saying
Portal Bunkhouse offers a beautiful location with access to stunning views, hiking, and birding opportunities, making it an appealing choice for nature lovers. Guests appreciate the well-stocked kitchen and comfortable accommodations, although some have noted issues with mice and uncomfortable beds. While there have been concerns regarding maintenance and communication, many guests still enjoyed their stay and highlighted the charm of the rustic cabin experience.
What Guests Are Saying
Portal Bunkhouse offers a beautiful location with access to stunning views, hiking, and birding opportunities, making it an appealing choice for nature lovers. Guests appreciate the well-stocked kitchen and comfortable accommodations, although some have noted issues with mice and uncomfortable beds. While there have been concerns regarding maintenance and communication, many guests still enjoyed their stay and highlighted the charm of the rustic cabin experience.
Review Summary
Fay D
VerifiedApril 9, 2020 • Stayed at: PORTAL BUNKHOUSE, Loop: PORTAL BUNKHOUSE
Feeling a little sad and lonely over Thanksgiving, I decided that I wanted an adventure and man did I get one! The cabin itself is absolutely lovely. The beds are comfy enough and I was really impressed by the nice dishes and pans. Much better then I was expecting for a rental.
That said, only the day of my arrival was dry. That evening it started to rain and when it rains in the canyon it RAINS. The cute little babbling brook behind the cabin went dry and a full river of water appeared in the wash across the road from the cabin. Despite the flooding, it wasn't raining too bad so I was still able to go out and hike a bit. Rocks were slippery, but by being careful you could still get out. It didn't stop raining though and that meant it didn't stop flooding. Even the roads leading out of Portal started to flood and with that I decided to bail a day early. The last road out of town was starting to flood at that point. I had to stop the car and walk the road to make sure my car would make it through, but it was only a few inches deep.
You'd think that such an experience would make me never want to come back, but the opposite it true. This is my new favorite area and I'll definitely be back. I hope to be back in the spring to do some bird watching as they come back to the area. And I would for sure rent the cabin again, especially if I can manage to swing it when there's not as much rain!
10/10 would absolutely have an adventure there again.
Fay D
VerifiedApril 9, 2020 • Stayed at: PORTAL BUNKHOUSE, Loop: PORTAL BUNKHOUSE
Feeling a little sad and lonely over Thanksgiving, I decided that I wanted an adventure and man did I get one! The cabin itself is absolutely lovely. The beds are comfy enough and I was really impressed by the nice dishes and pans. Much better then I was expecting for a rental.
That said, only the day of my arrival was dry. That evening it started to rain and when it rains in the canyon it RAINS. The cute little babbling brook behind the cabin went dry and a full river of water appeared in the wash across the road from the cabin. Despite the flooding, it wasn't raining too bad so I was still able to go out and hike a bit. Rocks were slippery, but by being careful you could still get out. It didn't stop raining though and that meant it didn't stop flooding. Even the roads leading out of Portal started to flood and with that I decided to bail a day early. The last road out of town was starting to flood at that point. I had to stop the car and walk the road to make sure my car would make it through, but it was only a few inches deep.
You'd think that such an experience would make me never want to come back, but the opposite it true. This is my new favorite area and I'll definitely be back. I hope to be back in the spring to do some bird watching as they come back to the area. And I would for sure rent the cabin again, especially if I can manage to swing it when there's not as much rain!
10/10 would absolutely have an adventure there again.
Fay D
VerifiedApril 9, 2020 • Stayed at: PORTAL BUNKHOUSE, Loop: PORTAL BUNKHOUSE
Feeling a little sad and lonely over Thanksgiving, I decided that I wanted an adventure and man did I get one! The cabin itself is absolutely lovely. The beds are comfy enough and I was really impressed by the nice dishes and pans. Much better then I was expecting for a rental.
That said, only the day of my arrival was dry. That evening it started to rain and when it rains in the canyon it RAINS. The cute little babbling brook behind the cabin went dry and a full river of water appeared in the wash across the road from the cabin. Despite the flooding, it wasn't raining too bad so I was still able to go out and hike a bit. Rocks were slippery, but by being careful you could still get out. It didn't stop raining though and that meant it didn't stop flooding. Even the roads leading out of Portal started to flood and with that I decided to bail a day early. The last road out of town was starting to flood at that point. I had to stop the car and walk the road to make sure my car would make it through, but it was only a few inches deep.
You'd think that such an experience would make me never want to come back, but the opposite it true. This is my new favorite area and I'll definitely be back. I hope to be back in the spring to do some bird watching as they come back to the area. And I would for sure rent the cabin again, especially if I can manage to swing it when there's not as much rain!
10/10 would absolutely have an adventure there again.
Laurie A
VerifiedJanuary 24, 2020 • Stayed at: PORTAL BUNKHOUSE, Loop: PORTAL BUNKHOUSE
The cabin was a fantastic place to stay. Had everything we needed and location could not be better. Tons of hiking in the area and the scenery is to die for! Only two gigs; better heating would be good and replace the mattresses. Other than that I would stay there again. Thank you!
Ralph S
VerifiedJanuary 24, 2020 • Stayed at: PORTAL BUNKHOUSE, Loop: PORTAL BUNKHOUSE
This was so awesome we will definitely be doing it again.
Laurie A
VerifiedJanuary 24, 2020 • Stayed at: PORTAL BUNKHOUSE, Loop: PORTAL BUNKHOUSE
The cabin was a fantastic place to stay. Had everything we needed and location could not be better. Tons of hiking in the area and the scenery is to die for! Only two gigs; better heating would be good and replace the mattresses. Other than that I would stay there again. Thank you!
Ralph S
VerifiedJanuary 24, 2020 • Stayed at: PORTAL BUNKHOUSE, Loop: PORTAL BUNKHOUSE
This was so awesome we will definitely be doing it again.
Laurie A
VerifiedJanuary 24, 2020 • Stayed at: PORTAL BUNKHOUSE, Loop: PORTAL BUNKHOUSE
The cabin was a fantastic place to stay. Had everything we needed and location could not be better. Tons of hiking in the area and the scenery is to die for! Only two gigs; better heating would be good and replace the mattresses. Other than that I would stay there again. Thank you!
Ralph S
VerifiedJanuary 24, 2020 • Stayed at: PORTAL BUNKHOUSE, Loop: PORTAL BUNKHOUSE
This was so awesome we will definitely be doing it again.
Ilja F
VerifiedJanuary 15, 2020 • Stayed at: PORTAL BUNKHOUSE, Loop: PORTAL BUNKHOUSE
Cozy apartment in a very good location. It may be hot inside since there is no conditioner.
Location Portal Bunkhouse
Address:
Douglas Ranger District, 1192 W Saddleview Road
Douglas, AZ, 85607
United States
From Tucson, take I-10 east for 139 miles to Road Forks, NM. Turn right (south) on US 80 and drive 28 miles to Portal Road. Turn right (west) and drive 7 miles through the town of Portal. Turn left on Forest Road 42 for approximately 1 mile. The Bunkhouse is the rock masonry building just past the Visitor Information Center.
The nearest major road access is via I-10, located approximately 139 miles to the west in Tucson. From I-10, travelers can take US 80 south for 28 miles to reach Portal.
Latitude & Longitude: 31.8986 / -109.162
Elevation: 1508 feet
Policies & Rules
Arrival & departure
- Cell phone coverage may be unreliable inside the cabin.
Cancellation policy
- Reservation fees are non-refundable. For campsites, cabins, lookouts, yurts, group sites, and similar stays, we charge a reservation service fee of $8.
- Standard cancellations usually have a $10 cancellation fee. Customers can generally cancel before the check-in date online.
- Late cancellation rules differ by stay type.
- Individual campsites: cancelling after 12:00am local time the day before arrival usually means a $10 cancellation fee plus forfeiting the first night's fee.
- Cabins, lookouts, and yurts: cancelling less than 14 days before arrival usually means a $10 cancellation fee plus forfeiting the first night's fee.
- One-night reservations: a late cancellation usually forfeits the full amount paid, up to the total original reservation cost.
- Modifications are allowed before the cut-off window, but fees depend on the change. Changing to dates completely outside the original reservation dates may trigger a $10 change fee. Extending or shortening a stay that still includes original dates usually has no change fee, though refunds may depend on timing and facility rules. Switching to the same type of campsite for the same dates usually has no change fee, but price differences are charged or refunded.
- Early departures may or may not be refunded. At certain facilities, partial refunds may be possible if staff can mark the site available for other visitors. No refund is given for a night if the early departure is requested after that day's check-out time.
- Security deposits are separate. Security deposits may be refunded to the original payment method if the facility is left in acceptable condition, as determined by the property.
Pets
- No pets allowed inside or outside the cabin.
General
- Pets are NOT permitted inside or outside the cabin.
- Unfortunately, due to a history of pet owners inadequately cleaning up after their pets, pets are no longer allowed.
- Forest Service staff have limited time to complete weekly cabin cleaning.
- Cleaning service is not cost effective due to the rural location of the cabins.
- Eliminating the need to vacuum pet hair, neutralize odors, and pick up poop frees up staff time to cleaning cabin amenities and address repair needs.
- Access to the bunkhouse is via a driveway on the west side of the facility, accessible by passenger car.
- Access to the cabin is a combination lock located on the left-side front door.
- The combination for the lock is provided once a reservation is made.
- A cabin manual with information about the facilities, well as area recreational information, is located inside the cabin.
- Cleaning service is NOT provided.
- Before leaving, renters are expected to clean the cabin; this includes washing dishes, sweeping floors, wiping down countertops, cleaning the bathroom & shower, and removing ALL trash.
- The house is located in a desert environment; please be aware that scorpions, snakes, and other insects may be present at any time.
- Off-highway vehicles are only allowed on designated roads and trails.
Vehicles & parking
- Bunkhouse access is via a driveway on the west side, suitable for passenger cars.
Safety & rules
- Renters must clean the cabin before leaving; no cleaning service is provided.
- Smoking is not allowed in the cabin.
Amenities
- Guests must bring their own supplies, including food and linens.
Utilities
- Only toilet paper should be flushed to avoid plumbing issues.
Wildlife & food storage
- Maintain cleanliness to prevent wildlife issues.
Fees & deposits
- No Golden Age Discounts are accepted at this cabin.
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Last updated: June 3, 2026
