Warm River Cabin is located less than 20 mi from Ashton, Idaho, at Warm River Springs. An Idaho fish and game hatchery operated here from the 1930s to the 1950s. The cabin was formerly the hatchery manager's house. It was constructed by the Civilian Conservation Corps (CCC) in 1938.
The cabin is open year-round and can be accessed by car in the warmer months. Snowmobiles and cross-country skis are required to access the cabin on a groomed trail from early December through mid-May. The trek from the nearest available parking at Bear Gulch Trailhead to the cabin is 6 mi. Guests should be prepared to bring much of their own gear and supplies to make their stay comfortable.
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The Warm River Cabin offers a serene location with breathtaking scenery, making it a great spot for outdoor activities like hiking and skiing. Many guests appreciated the cozy atmosphere and well-stocked amenities, as well as recent upgrades like new curtains and games. While there were some issues with privacy due to foot traffic and occasional animal intrusions, guests still enjoyed their stay and expressed a desire to return.
Cabin was great, plenty of room for everyone. Fire kept things cozy in the morning and evening, wood stove works well. We didn't use the kitchen wood stove, but it looks functional. We walked the trail, berries everywhere and watched deer feeding on the aquatic plants in the river. We didn't have much luck fishing. There were OHV, but they were usually quiet. Our trip was in early August. Would definitely do it again.
I really enjoyed this cabin very much. It is in such a beautiful place and the cabin itself is very nice. I loved the stoves; they kept the cabin warm on a cold night. I found it clean and well stocked. Thanks for this treasure.
I really enjoyed this cabin very much. It is in such a beautiful place and the cabin itself is very nice. I loved the stoves; they kept the cabin warm on a cold night. I found it clean and well stocked. Thanks for this treasure.
This is a beautiful area that is easy to get to. It was nice for one time but we won't be back. We've stayed in many FS cabins- I'm fine with no bathroom and no electricity but not having running water made things hard. I would recommend to people that if they rent this cabin to rent it during the week. We had visitors to the springs on the weekdays but on Saturday there were hoards of people and the only way they can get to the springs is by walking on the lawn in front of the cabin. It made me feel bad we were there and made the experience uncomfortable.
This is a beautiful area that is easy to get to. It was nice for one time but we won't be back. We've stayed in many FS cabins- I'm fine with no bathroom and no electricity but not having running water made things hard. I would recommend to people that if they rent this cabin to rent it during the week. We had visitors to the springs on the weekdays but on Saturday there were hoards of people and the only way they can get to the springs is by walking on the lawn in front of the cabin. It made me feel bad we were there and made the experience uncomfortable.
The cabin was a little dusty and smelled like the smoke from the CA fires. But otherwise, it was great. This is our third year in a row coming to the cabin and we love it. We'll definitely be back.
The cabin was a little dusty and smelled like the smoke from the CA fires. But otherwise, it was great. This is our third year in a row coming to the cabin and we love it. We'll definitely be back.
This is a quaint little cabin at the bottom of a ravine. Its very rustic and you cannot beat the scenery.I live it here! The beds are adequate and the water is cold! Be sure to bring some downloaded music or a stereo to listen to music. Many previous cabin mates have left basics such as napkins, candles, mosquito sprays, and plastic utensils still in their boxes for others to use. I cannot stress enough mosquito spray. They are tolerable but you WILL probably get bit (in the summer). Be sure to bring something to cover the windows if you don’t like being in a fishbowl. Bring sheets for the mattresses and blankets are more than adequate in the summer. Oh and the middle room, if it gets too humid aka leaving wet clothes/towels in there with you, the fire alarm goes off. We learned that the hard way a few times in the middle of the night. Bring your own air freshener for the bathroom! It gets cleaned once a weekish. Bring water shoes if you plan to wade in the water and you will enjoy it to the fullest. I recommend a canopy to go over the picnic table with a privacy wall to shield from all the visitors looking at the falls. Mice have been known to be around, (We had no incidents) so make sure you have place to store your dry food safely and INSIDE. There WILL be visitors asking how to rent and possibly if they could take a look at the cabin. So just be prepared for those that ignore the “Respect cabin renters privacy” signs. Its not frequent but it happens. If you have a good book or game you don’t use or play anymore, feel free to bring one and leave it. Others have kindly left some of these for other cabin people to enjoy as well. And lastly, always leave the place better then when you found it. Enjoy!
This is a quaint little cabin at the bottom of a ravine. Its very rustic and you cannot beat the scenery.I live it here! The beds are adequate and the water is cold! Be sure to bring some downloaded music or a stereo to listen to music. Many previous cabin mates have left basics such as napkins, candles, mosquito sprays, and plastic utensils still in their boxes for others to use. I cannot stress enough mosquito spray. They are tolerable but you WILL probably get bit (in the summer). Be sure to bring something to cover the windows if you don’t like being in a fishbowl. Bring sheets for the mattresses and blankets are more than adequate in the summer. Oh and the middle room, if it gets too humid aka leaving wet clothes/towels in there with you, the fire alarm goes off. We learned that the hard way a few times in the middle of the night. Bring your own air freshener for the bathroom! It gets cleaned once a weekish. Bring water shoes if you plan to wade in the water and you will enjoy it to the fullest. I recommend a canopy to go over the picnic table with a privacy wall to shield from all the visitors looking at the falls. Mice have been known to be around, (We had no incidents) so make sure you have place to store your dry food safely and INSIDE. There WILL be visitors asking how to rent and possibly if they could take a look at the cabin. So just be prepared for those that ignore the “Respect cabin renters privacy” signs. Its not frequent but it happens. If you have a good book or game you don’t use or play anymore, feel free to bring one and leave it. Others have kindly left some of these for other cabin people to enjoy as well. And lastly, always leave the place better then when you found it. Enjoy!
Beautiful location. Classic old FS Guard Station. A little musty inside, but the mattresses were surprisingly good. Plenty of firewood blocked up and ready for visitors. Not exactly private with a trailhead there and the only public toilet in miles. Didn't check to see if our cell phones worked.
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Location & Directions for Warm River Cabin
Ashton/Island Park Ranger District, Ashton, ID 83420 United States
From Ashton ID, travel east-northeast on Highway 47 (also known as the Mesa Fall Scenic Byway) for approximately 15 mi to the intersection of Highway 47 and Forest Road 150. Turn right onto Forest Road 150 and travel approximately 2.5 mi to the in...
From Ashton ID, travel east-northeast on Highway 47 (also known as the Mesa Fall Scenic Byway) for approximately 15 mi to the intersection of Highway 47 and Forest Road 150. Turn right onto Forest Road 150 and travel approximately 2.5 mi to the intersection of Forest Road 150 and Forest Road 154. Turn right onto Forest Road 154 and travel approximately 1 mi to the intersection of Forest Road 154 and Forest Road 367. Keep left on Forest Road 154 for approximately 1.5 mi to the cabin. The cabin is located across the bridge adjacent to Warm River Springs and Warm River.