Mckeever Cabin

Cabin was Awesome. Didn't need snowshoes or skis on trail coming in. Having cut wood for fireplace was great! Cabin stayed warm and toasty. Will definitely be coming back.

We had an amazing time at Mckeever cabin and it exceeded our expectations! The woodstove kept us very warm during winter camping and the cross country ski trails were very well groomed.

The cabin is very dark inside, even on sunny days. Bring extra lights or bright lanterns. The mattresses are more like a box spring. Not very comfortable to sleep on, an additional pad would be helpful for a good nights sleep. On a good note, the mouse problem seems to be corrected, not a single sighting!!

The cabin itself was in good shape, and in a great location on the lake. Wood was well stocked. I do wish that you could use the access road to drive right up to the cabin (4wd could easily make it), but I suppose I understand their reasoning for it.

Unfortunately, the cabin has a mice problem. My friend and I observed at least 5 mice within the wood bin, climbing on the counters, and inbetween the panneling and the roof. I understand this is kind of the risk you take with a rustic cabin, and I am not at all upset with the Forest Service. Nothing you can really do. Increase their funding! But it is unnerving when mice are crawling around your head on the window sills in the middle of the night. Hopefully this gets taken care of before it becomes an even bigger issue.

We've stayed twice at McKeever now and enjoyed the quiet and natural surroundings. The cabin is cozy and always clean and stocked with wood. We do recommend another sign at the summer parking area for those headed in during winter directing you toward the cabin since Google maps has it marked wrong. (go left through the gate!) Was a great location to enjoy skiing/snowshoeing, and we also got out to visit some waterfalls and the Eben ice caves.

idyllic rustic cabin set away from traffic and noise. Not having electricity is a small challenge but also a joy to have time to live the simple life. Too simple, however, is not having a chair with a back - only stools. How hard would it be to add a couple of folding chairs?

We had a great time! My only complaint would be signage. It was difficult to navigate from the parking lot to the cabin. Specifically, a "cabin this way" sign at the foreboding gate would have been immensely helpful and would have prevented us from having to back track in the dark. That being said I will plan on using it again.

McKeever cabin is a a great place to get away for a weekend or a few days and unplug. The location is great for skiing and snowshoeing. The cabin is cozy and there was a nice supply of firewood for the stove. We hope to return again.

If you are thinking about making a visit to this cabin do not delay! You will be so glad you did. The road leading in had monster size puddles that my small car could just barely handle, so depending on the weather I think having 4-wheel drive would be good. The short hike in from the parking lot means not overpacking since it's a 7-10 minute walk. No bad though, and so short enough to make a few trips if you want to bring in some creature comforts. The beds had padding on them, and so no need for sleeping pad. I would recommend a lantern to hang up over the table for the evening if you want to read or write. The lake is beautiful and pristine, and the trails surrounding the cabin looked wonderful. I didn't get to explore because the two days I was there, a rare early-October winter storm hit the Upper Peninsula meaning it rained and snowed the two days I was there. Still, I had such an incredible time just cozied up by the fire, listening to the rain, the crackle of the fire, the quiet... Very peaceful. A special place.

Excellent getaway! Fishing is spotty but there are huge muskies in the lake. Beautiful surroundings, great trails. The cabin is basic but very nice. The water pump needs replacing. Carrying drinking water in is much easier than using the pump.