Kendrick Cabin offers groups of up to 10 people the chance to experience spectacular mountain views, numerous hiking and mountain biking trails, and several cultural and historic attractions of the Southwest region. The rustic, three-bedroom masonry and wood cabin is a retired U.S. Forest Service fire guard station constructed in the 1960s. It lies just minutes from downtown Flagstaff and about an hour from the world-famous Grand Canyon National Park.
Kendrick Cabin is located approximately 22 mi north of Flagstaff. The site is open from mid-April to mid-November. There is no electricity available and running water is provided only during peak season. All roads are suitable for a sedan except during winter months. Guests are responsible for their own travel arrangements and safety, and must bring several of their own amenities.
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Kendrick Cabin is a well-equipped, clean, and inviting retreat with comfortable beds, a variety of kitchen supplies, and enjoyable amenities like games and a telescope for wildlife viewing. Guests appreciated the cool July nights and the upgraded cleaning, making for a pleasant arrival experience. While there are minor issues such as a small refrigerator and some dust, the overall experience is praised, with many expressing a desire to return for hiking in the area.
Kendrick Cabin is well equipped with kitchen supplies, good mattresses on all five beds, and comfortable futon-sofas in the living room. Cleaning supplies cover any possible needs, paper goods are supplied also. There are games for rainy days. July nights were wonderfully cool for sleeping. The solar indoor lighting is great. The refrigerator is small, but it kept everything cold; the freezer works well. Plenty of hot water, used sparingly.
Wind howling through the poor fitting back door. Very dusty…and the one futon is pretty beat. Reccomend bring fitted sheets to cover both of them. Bed is very good, didn’t do upstairs. We will go back as day hiking is endless around there.
Loved my time at this cabin. The dogs were so happy they refused to leave. I only stayed one night, but once I arrived I wanted to stay longer, unfortunately it was already booked. Great views of sunrise and sunset, totally secluded with very easy check-in, check-out.
From Interstate 17 or Interstate 40 in Flagstaff, follow signs to Highway 180 toward the Grand Canyon. From Flagstaff, drive approximately 20 mi north on Fort Valley Road/Highway 180 and look for the Watchable Wildlife Trail on the left and a road...
From Interstate 17 or Interstate 40 in Flagstaff, follow signs to Highway 180 toward the Grand Canyon. From Flagstaff, drive approximately 20 mi north on Fort Valley Road/Highway 180 and look for the Watchable Wildlife Trail on the left and a roadside chapel on the right. Continue less than a mile past the chapel and turn right onto Forest Road 514. Go exactly one mile and turn left at sign for Kendrick Cabin. You will see a sign "Road Closed, Forest Service Administrative Site" as soon as you turn left. The cabin is a half-mile further at the end of this road.
Kendrick Cabin is accessible from Interstate 17 and Interstate 40 in Flagstaff. From these interstates, it is approximately 20 miles north on Highway 180.
The closest entrance is: Desert View Entrance Station
Approximate drive: 52.1 mi · over 1 hr (89 min)
Policies & Rules
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*Check in time is 2:00 pm, check out time is 11:00 am. The cabin is cleaned regularly but not between every reservation.
No Walk-up rental allowed. Reservation only minimum of 1 day in advance of arrival.
Water is supplied from mid-May to mid-October, however water may be shut down earlier based on local weather. Outside these times, guests must bring their own potable water.
Suitable for groups of up to 10 people; any group size over 10 people requires prior approval from the Forest Service
A combination code to access the cabin will be emailed with reservation confirmation letter
Electricity is NOT available. There are no electrical outlets in the cabin.
There is limited to non-existent cell phone coverage at the cabin
The cabin is closed to reservations on Wednesdays for weekly maintenance, and may be closed periodically for longer maintenance projects.
Please take all trash with you including food items. Please clean up after your pet including pet hair on furtiture. No horse facilities at this cabin.
Cabins are in high demand with essentially no vacancy during the peak season; please keep the cabin neat and clean for the next renters and report any damage.
Be Fire Aware! Fire restrictions may be in effect during spring and summer months. Please extinguish all campfires completely and limit the size. Re-think fires on windy days.
Water is hauled from Flagstaff, so water conservation is critical. Please turn off water when not in use and limit time in showers.
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.
Pets are allowed, provided that you clean up after your pet including pet hair on furniture. PETS CANNOT BE LEFT UNATTENDED AT THE CABIN.
Firewood is provided for heating the cabin during cooler months. Guests should bring their own wood for outdoor campfires (allowed only in metal firepit).
