About Portal Ccc House
Number of accommodations: 1
Nearby Activities & Attractions
Birding
Hiking
Seasonal information
2026 Season availability
Open year round
This campground is open year round, providing flexibility for your stay.
Portal CCC House, Loop: PORTAL CCC HOUSE
Site Details
Reviews (113)
What Guests Are Saying
The Portal CCC House offers a beautiful setting with excellent hiking opportunities and a well-stocked kitchen, making it a great base for outdoor enthusiasts. Guests appreciate the clean and comfortable accommodations, often highlighting the charm of the cabin and the stunning views. However, some concerns include the presence of packrats and mice, as well as a lack of comfortable seating and certain amenities, like a working grill. Overall, it remains a beloved choice for its rustic beauty and location.
What Guests Are Saying
The Portal CCC House offers a beautiful setting with excellent hiking opportunities and a well-stocked kitchen, making it a great base for outdoor enthusiasts. Guests appreciate the clean and comfortable accommodations, often highlighting the charm of the cabin and the stunning views. However, some concerns include the presence of packrats and mice, as well as a lack of comfortable seating and certain amenities, like a working grill. Overall, it remains a beloved choice for its rustic beauty and location.
Review Summary
Patricia M
VerifiedSeptember 19, 2025 • Stayed at: Portal CCC House, Loop: PORTAL CCC HOUSE
The view was amazing and beds were comfortable. However, the lack of living room furniture made for an uncomfortable stay. The listed, and pictured, futon was not present. The only seats were 4 hard, oak and 2 metal porch chairs. The beds were not the same as pictured. A queen in one room and a full and twin in the second room, not the bunks shown.
The access to strong wifi from the cabin was unexpected. It was available when the nearby Visitor Center was open, and even for a bit longer at times.
Patricia M
VerifiedSeptember 19, 2025 • Stayed at: Portal CCC House, Loop: PORTAL CCC HOUSE
The view was amazing and beds were comfortable. However, the lack of living room furniture made for an uncomfortable stay. The listed, and pictured, futon was not present. The only seats were 4 hard, oak and 2 metal porch chairs. The beds were not the same as pictured. A queen in one room and a full and twin in the second room, not the bunks shown.
The access to strong wifi from the cabin was unexpected. It was available when the nearby Visitor Center was open, and even for a bit longer at times.
Jim C
VerifiedAugust 11, 2025 • Stayed at: Portal CCC House, Loop: PORTAL CCC HOUSE
The accommodations were basic, but just as advertised. We were completely happy. Some of the previous guest had left miscellaneous things like salt and pepper, paper towels, dish, detergent, etc. wonderful experience!
Jim C
VerifiedAugust 11, 2025 • Stayed at: Portal CCC House, Loop: PORTAL CCC HOUSE
The accommodations were basic, but just as advertised. We were completely happy. Some of the previous guest had left miscellaneous things like salt and pepper, paper towels, dish, detergent, etc. wonderful experience!
Ira R
VerifiedMay 29, 2025 • Stayed at: Portal CCC House, Loop: PORTAL CCC HOUSE
Beautiful place for nature lovers!!
Ira R
VerifiedMay 29, 2025 • Stayed at: Portal CCC House, Loop: PORTAL CCC HOUSE
Beautiful place for nature lovers!!
Jill P
VerifiedApril 15, 2025 • Stayed at: Portal CCC House, Loop: PORTAL CCC HOUSE
The CCC house was perfect for us. It has two Queen beds and one single, all comfortable (you bring all bedding and pillows). The kitchen had more amenities than I was expecting but no can opener. You might wasn’t to bring your food if you are thinking about preparing any meals. There are a couple of very small stores with limited choices. It’s a magical place and I feel lucky we were able to soak it all in for a few days!
Jill P
VerifiedApril 15, 2025 • Stayed at: Portal CCC House, Loop: PORTAL CCC HOUSE
The CCC house was perfect for us. It has two Queen beds and one single, all comfortable (you bring all bedding and pillows). The kitchen had more amenities than I was expecting but no can opener. You might wasn’t to bring your food if you are thinking about preparing any meals. There are a couple of very small stores with limited choices. It’s a magical place and I feel lucky we were able to soak it all in for a few days!
Laurie K
VerifiedMarch 11, 2025 • Stayed at: Portal CCC House, Loop: PORTAL CCC HOUSE
We loved Portal and staying at the CCC house. It was fun exploring and using the cabin as a base. We were impressed by how well stocked the cabin was and that there was hot water!!! The microwave was broken but everything else worked fine.
Laurie K
VerifiedMarch 11, 2025 • Stayed at: Portal CCC House, Loop: PORTAL CCC HOUSE
We loved Portal and staying at the CCC house. It was fun exploring and using the cabin as a base. We were impressed by how well stocked the cabin was and that there was hot water!!! The microwave was broken but everything else worked fine.
Location Portal Ccc House
Address:
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 to the town of Portal. Turn left on Forest Road 42 into Cave Creek Canyon; the signed gate to the Portal CCC House is approximately 0.9 miles on the right.
The campground is accessible via I-10, approximately 139 miles from Tucson to Road Forks, NM, followed by US 80 south for 28 miles to Portal Road.
Latitude & Longitude: 31.9009 / -109.161
Elevation: 1506 feet
Policies & Rules
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 cabin is via a driveway on the east side of the facility, accessible by passenger car. The house key is located in a lock box on the front door nearest to the parking area. The combination for the lock box is provided once a reservation is made.
- A cabin manual is located inside the cabin to answer specific questions during your stay as well as provide you with information on recreation opportunities in the area.
- 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.
- Guests MUST provide some of their own supplies including: food, sleeping bags, linens, pillows, towels, dish soap, matches, a first aid kit, toilet paper and garbage bags.
- Please do NOT flush anything but toilet paper to prevent clogs or damage to the septic system.
- Keep the building and grounds clean to deter squirrel, rodents, bears, and other wildlife from the area.
- Cell phone coverage is usually available in the area, but may be unreliable in the cabin.
- 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.
- The cabin is a no-smoking facility.
- Access is subject to weather conditions.
- This cabin does not honor Golden Age Discounts.
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Last updated: June 3, 2026
