Piney Guard Station

Amazing!

Perfect and everything was explained well and knew what I was getting into. Very permeative cabin. If they would install starlink there it would be a 5 star

We couldn’t go because there was not enough snow on the road so we could snowmobile in. They’re plowing the road For logging operations so now that really makes it impossible for people to use it especially on a low snow year. This happened last year too and even booking later in the season we still couldn’t go because of the plowing, impossible to

It was incredible. The Forest Service staff was coming out of the woods as we were going into them, and we chatted for a bit. They made sure we were prepared and had everything we needed for a safe snowshoe trip to the cabin.

Once at the cabin we found it fully stocked with wood, incredibly clean and organized, with plenty of equipment and a new stove for warmth. The staff even shoveled a pathway to the wood pile and to the outhouse for us so we didn't have to do it ourselves! Five star treatment!

The ONLY thing I might recommend is some sort of saw that might be usable by those who rent the cabin (a small chainsaw), as it is very hard to chop the knotty wood in order to restock the wood chest for the next renters. We did as much as we could, but the logs were frozen solid and sometimes frozen to each other. It was VERY hard to chop the wood into portions that would fit in the stove. Something to address this would be very welcome.

Otherwise, the cabin was safe, warm, and truly amazing.

The stuff of dreams.

Thank you so much for the work you do!

what a cool opportunity to stay in an old fire lookout tower in the national forest. there was plenty of firewood which made it easy to get warm quickly. The cabin was pretty dusty, not well swept and all of the surfaces and windows need a really good clearning - under the bunk beds looked like they hadn't been swept in months, the place in general should probably get a decent cleaning 1-2 times/month. I realize that each camper is responsible for cleaning up after their party, but you can't rely on every party to do the right thing or have the same level of standards.

A beautiful little cabin in the middle of the woods with incredible views of the surrounding forest and mountains. It's a single, small room with a bunk bed of single beds and two folding cots you can set up for a total of up to 4 people. I think that's a little crowded though and that it's perfect for 1-2 people. The supplies inside fluctuate (like the number of utensils/bowls/plates or how many spare CO2 canisters there are. So, I'd recommend bringing the complete list suggested on this website. It's either a 3 mile hike in on the forest service road carrying your gear, or you can drive in with a 4x4 car but beware it can get pretty muddy and rutted. I definitely plan to be back!

A beutiful and remote place!

Our second time to this cabin! Well maintained and well stocked. The road has been improved since the last time, but still requires high clearance 4x4, especially if it’s rained anytime recently. The bugs were more prevalent this time so don’t forget the bug spray!

It was an awesome trip! More challenging than expected for sure the walk due not used to snowshoes but totally worth it! Road was closed so walk was about 5.5 miles one way, snowshoes needed all the way back due storm, cabbin very nice and well equipped! Lots of wood, very nice views!

So long as FS 700 is open to the gravel/grooming lot, this is an easy 3 mile snowmobile or ski with little elevation change. The cabin is in good shape, no mice (huge surprise), and comfortable for 2, although it can fit 4 on portable cots. My only complaint is the firewood is very wet and huge and you will spend a lot of time splitting a hauling wood if you want to stay warm in below zero temps. The stove burns 2-3 logs per hour and must be fed every hour 24x7. But I guess that is part of the expierence.