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About Fernow Cabin
Seasonal information
2026 Season availability
Campground Amenities
Most popular amenities
Pet friendly
Kitchen
Pets and Policies
- Pet friendly
Cabin Interior
- Kitchen
001, Loop: FERNOW
- 8 guests
Site Details
Reviews (61)
What Guests Are Saying
Fernow Cabin offers a clean, well-stocked space in a serene and beautiful setting, perfect for enjoying nature and quality time with family or friends. Guests appreciated the cabin's privacy, spaciousness, and dog-friendly environment, along with fun amenities like a grill, fire pit, and a rope swing. While the access road is bumpy, it remains manageable, and the cabin's charming features and nearby hiking opportunities enhance the overall experience.
What Guests Are Saying
Fernow Cabin offers a clean, well-stocked space in a serene and beautiful setting, perfect for enjoying nature and quality time with family or friends. Guests appreciated the cabin's privacy, spaciousness, and dog-friendly environment, along with fun amenities like a grill, fire pit, and a rope swing. While the access road is bumpy, it remains manageable, and the cabin's charming features and nearby hiking opportunities enhance the overall experience.
Review Summary
Angelo L
VerifiedJune 16, 2022 • Stayed at: 001, Loop: FERNOW
Cozy cabin in a great secluded location.
Robert E
VerifiedNovember 14, 2021 • Stayed at: 001, Loop: FERNOW
Everything about the cabin wells above expectations. Just make sure there is plenty of firewood (we brought extra) and that you keep food and drinks (powdered) in a mouse proof container.
Robert E
VerifiedNovember 14, 2021 • Stayed at: 001, Loop: FERNOW
Everything about the cabin wells above expectations. Just make sure there is plenty of firewood (we brought extra) and that you keep food and drinks (powdered) in a mouse proof container.
Alicia M
VerifiedSeptember 19, 2021 • Stayed at: 001, Loop: FERNOW
We love this cabin very much. Everything was super clean and exactly as described. The coffee pot is actually a broken stove-top percolator so I'd recommend bringing your own system (French Press or over the mug drip system). There was a lot of vehicular traffic on the road, mostly hunters, so we opted to hike along the road that goes out the back of the cabin, which was beautiful. We only saw one car on the back road. Be sure to bring your food in a large plastic tub to secure in the evenings as there was obviously some rodents snooping about at night.
Alicia M
VerifiedSeptember 19, 2021 • Stayed at: 001, Loop: FERNOW
We love this cabin very much. Everything was super clean and exactly as described. The coffee pot is actually a broken stove-top percolator so I'd recommend bringing your own system (French Press or over the mug drip system). There was a lot of vehicular traffic on the road, mostly hunters, so we opted to hike along the road that goes out the back of the cabin, which was beautiful. We only saw one car on the back road. Be sure to bring your food in a large plastic tub to secure in the evenings as there was obviously some rodents snooping about at night.
Janna B
VerifiedSeptember 7, 2021 • Stayed at: 001, Loop: FERNOW
The cabin was clean and it was a delight to actually have hot water and a shower available. The amenities include firewood which was nicely stacked and dry. The recent addition of solar light made the evenings more enjoyable.
The cabin is behind locked gates at both ends adding to a sense of security since cell coverage is not available.
Nice hikes up on the ridge and a wonderful corrals at the far end of the road/track.
Janna B
VerifiedSeptember 7, 2021 • Stayed at: 001, Loop: FERNOW
The cabin was clean and it was a delight to actually have hot water and a shower available. The amenities include firewood which was nicely stacked and dry. The recent addition of solar light made the evenings more enjoyable.
The cabin is behind locked gates at both ends adding to a sense of security since cell coverage is not available.
Nice hikes up on the ridge and a wonderful corrals at the far end of the road/track.
Stacy W
VerifiedJuly 26, 2020 • Stayed at: 001, Loop: FERNOW
We loved our time at the cabin. It makes a great base camp for exploring the area on our mountain bikes.
Stacy W
VerifiedJuly 26, 2020 • Stayed at: 001, Loop: FERNOW
We loved our time at the cabin. It makes a great base camp for exploring the area on our mountain bikes.
dustin h
VerifiedJanuary 25, 2020 • Stayed at: 001, Loop: FERNOW
Love the cabin but the stack for the furnace leaks smoke INTO the cabin. We were smoked out and couldn't stay there. I hope they fix it.
Location & Directions for Fernow Cabin
5075 N. Hwy 89, Flagstaff, AZ 86004 United States
Elevation: 2,074 ft
Getting There
<p>Fernow Cabin is located approximately 20 mi south of Flagstaff on Forest Road 231. High-clearance vehicles are recommended. Roads are not maintained for passenger cars. From Phoenix, travel north on Interstate 17 to the junction with Interstat...
Fernow Cabin is located approximately 20 mi south of Flagstaff on Forest Road 231. High-clearance vehicles are recommended. Roads are not maintained for passenger cars. From Phoenix, travel north on Interstate 17 to the junction with Interstate 40 in Flagstaff. Go west on Interstate 40. Turn right at the Flagstaff Ranch Road exit and continue to the stop sign. Turn right onto historic U.S. Route 66. Turn right at the Woody Mountain Campground, onto Forest Road 231 (Woody Mountain Road) and continue for 21 mi. At Forest Road 231A, continue along Forest Road 231 for less than a mile, taking the second right, onto Forest Road 231E/Fernow Draw. The cabin is a quater-mile further on Forest Road 231E.
From Flagstaff, take Milton Road south and turn right onto historic U.S. Route 66. Turn left onto Forest Road 231/Woody Mountain Road at the Woody Mountain Campground. Stay on Forest Road 231 for 21 mi. At Forest Road 231A, continue along Forest Road 231 for less than a mile, taking the second right, onto Forest Road 231E/Fernow Draw. The cabin is a quarter-mile further on Forest Road 231E.
Policies & Rules
General
- Lock code for entrance gate and front door are included in the reservation confirmation letter; key to the toilet is in the cabin near the refrigerator
- No Walk-Up rental allowed. Reservations only, minimum of one day in advance of arrival.
- Electricity is NOT available. There are no electrical outlets in the cabin.
- Guests must bring their own water before mid-May and after mid-October
- Cell phone service is limited to non-existent in the area
- Suitable for 8 people; any group size over 8 people requires prior approval from Forest Service
- The cabin is closed to reservations mid-week for weekly maintenance and may be closed periodically for longer maintenance projects.
- Don't Move Firewood: Prevent the spread of tree-killing pests by obtaining firewood near your destination and burning it on-site. For more information visit dontmovefirewood.org.
- Be Fire Aware! Fire restrictions may be in effect during spring and summer months. Extinquish campfires completely and keep the fire inside the ring provided.
- Pets are allowed, provided that you clean up after your pet including pet hair on furniture. PETS CANNOT BE LEFT UNATTENDED AT THE CABIN
- High clearance vehicle recomended. Roads not maintained for passenger cars.
- Cabins are in high demand during peak season. Our volunteer staff restocks the cabin once per week. Renters are required to leave the cabin clean and in excellent condition for use by following renters.
- Firewood is provided for heating the cabin during cooler months. Guests should bring their own wood for outdoor campfires (allowed only in metal firepit).
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Last updated: October 18, 2026
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