About Tamarack Cabin
Number of accommodations: 1
Nearby Activities & Attractions
Birding
Hiking
Seasonal information
2026 Season availability
Campground Amenities
Most popular amenities
Parking
Pet friendly
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- Pet friendly
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001, Loop: AREA TAMARACK LOOKOUT CABIN
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Reviews (69)
What Guests Are Saying
Guests consistently praise Tamarack Cabin for its cleanliness, beautiful views, and well-maintained facilities. Many enjoyed their stays despite varying weather conditions, with the cabin providing a cozy and enjoyable experience for hikes and games. However, some noted that access to the cabin can be challenging for regular vehicles due to rough terrain and occasional noise from visitors.
What Guests Are Saying
Guests consistently praise Tamarack Cabin for its cleanliness, beautiful views, and well-maintained facilities. Many enjoyed their stays despite varying weather conditions, with the cabin providing a cozy and enjoyable experience for hikes and games. However, some noted that access to the cabin can be challenging for regular vehicles due to rough terrain and occasional noise from visitors.
Review Summary
Victoria h
VerifiedJuly 27, 2023 • Stayed at: 001, Loop: AREA TAMARACK LOOKOUT CABIN
Such an amazing cabin with an incredible view! We were able to drive up in my Honda HRV without any issues and enjoyed the solitude. We climbed the tower and talked with Sarah, who is an amazing human being. My only complaint is I didn’t book it for longer than one night!
Victoria h
VerifiedJuly 27, 2023 • Stayed at: 001, Loop: AREA TAMARACK LOOKOUT CABIN
Such an amazing cabin with an incredible view! We were able to drive up in my Honda HRV without any issues and enjoyed the solitude. We climbed the tower and talked with Sarah, who is an amazing human being. My only complaint is I didn’t book it for longer than one night!
Victoria h
VerifiedJuly 27, 2023 • Stayed at: 001, Loop: AREA TAMARACK LOOKOUT CABIN
Such an amazing cabin with an incredible view! We were able to drive up in my Honda HRV without any issues and enjoyed the solitude. We climbed the tower and talked with Sarah, who is an amazing human being. My only complaint is I didn’t book it for longer than one night!
Rod A
VerifiedJune 24, 2023 • Stayed at: 001, Loop: AREA TAMARACK LOOKOUT CABIN
Cabin was spotless! Great job preparing for us! And there were new utensils and tableware. Jody came the next day and cleaned the pit toilet cleaner than we've ever seen it. And air fresheners too! The new tower firewatch is great! Great personality! Tip: Plan ahead for lack of local water availability. Our best of 5 visits to Tamarack to date.
Rod A
VerifiedJune 24, 2023 • Stayed at: 001, Loop: AREA TAMARACK LOOKOUT CABIN
Cabin was spotless! Great job preparing for us! And there were new utensils and tableware. Jody came the next day and cleaned the pit toilet cleaner than we've ever seen it. And air fresheners too! The new tower firewatch is great! Great personality! Tip: Plan ahead for lack of local water availability. Our best of 5 visits to Tamarack to date.
Rod A
VerifiedJune 24, 2023 • Stayed at: 001, Loop: AREA TAMARACK LOOKOUT CABIN
Cabin was spotless! Great job preparing for us! And there were new utensils and tableware. Jody came the next day and cleaned the pit toilet cleaner than we've ever seen it. And air fresheners too! The new tower firewatch is great! Great personality! Tip: Plan ahead for lack of local water availability. Our best of 5 visits to Tamarack to date.
Suzette G
VerifiedJune 13, 2023 • Stayed at: 001, Loop: AREA TAMARACK LOOKOUT CABIN
This is the place for rest and relaxation. We stayed for two nights and didn’t travel away from our little piece of heaven other than to take walks and ride our bikes on the roads near the cabin. The wild flowers were in bloom, and we spent a lot of time reading. Remember, it is a cabin in the woods, so there are insects and mice. We didn’t have any problems but keep your food packed up at night.
Suzette G
VerifiedJune 13, 2023 • Stayed at: 001, Loop: AREA TAMARACK LOOKOUT CABIN
This is the place for rest and relaxation. We stayed for two nights and didn’t travel away from our little piece of heaven other than to take walks and ride our bikes on the roads near the cabin. The wild flowers were in bloom, and we spent a lot of time reading. Remember, it is a cabin in the woods, so there are insects and mice. We didn’t have any problems but keep your food packed up at night.
Suzette G
VerifiedJune 13, 2023 • Stayed at: 001, Loop: AREA TAMARACK LOOKOUT CABIN
This is the place for rest and relaxation. We stayed for two nights and didn’t travel away from our little piece of heaven other than to take walks and ride our bikes on the roads near the cabin. The wild flowers were in bloom, and we spent a lot of time reading. Remember, it is a cabin in the woods, so there are insects and mice. We didn’t have any problems but keep your food packed up at night.
GAIL K
VerifiedJune 24, 2022 • Stayed at: 001, Loop: AREA TAMARACK LOOKOUT CABIN
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Location Tamarack Cabin
Address:
P.O Box 7
Heppner, OR, 97836
United States
From Lexington, OR, take Highway 74/207 east to Heppner. Continue south, on Highway 207. At the junction in Heppner, bear right to continue south on Highway 207 for 39 miles through Heppner, Ruggs, Hardman and past Anson Wright County Park to the junction of Highway 207 and Forest Road 24 (0.1 miles past the Bull Prairie Campground turn-off). Turn left (east) on FR 24 (a gravel road) and travel 6.5 miles to FR 2407. Turn right (south) on FR 2407 and travel 1.5 miles to FR 040. Travel a half-mile on FR 40 to the cabin, which is on the right before the helipad. A high-clearance vehicle is recommended for access as the last mile to the cabin is very steep and rocky.
Latitude & Longitude: 44.8734 / -119.662
Elevation: 1517 feet
Policies & Rules
Arrival & departure
Check in time
2PM
Check out time
11AM
- Access the cabin using a combination lock; details will be in your reservation confirmation.
- Contact the Heppner Ranger District before arrival to check on weather, fire conditions, and road access.
- For more information on road conditions, contact the Heppner Ranger District Recreation Department.
Cancellation policy
- Reservation fees are non-refundable. For campsites, cabins, lookouts, yurts, group sites, and similar stays, we charge a reservation service fee of $8.
- Standard cancellations usually have a $10 cancellation fee. Customers can generally cancel before the check-in date online.
- Late cancellation rules differ by stay type.
- Individual campsites: cancelling after 12:00am local time the day before arrival usually means a $10 cancellation fee plus forfeiting the first night's fee.
- Cabins, lookouts, and yurts: cancelling less than 14 days before arrival usually means a $10 cancellation fee plus forfeiting the first night's fee.
- One-night reservations: a late cancellation usually forfeits the full amount paid, up to the total original reservation cost.
- Modifications are allowed before the cut-off window, but fees depend on the change. Changing to dates completely outside the original reservation dates may trigger a $10 change fee. Extending or shortening a stay that still includes original dates usually has no change fee, though refunds may depend on timing and facility rules. Switching to the same type of campsite for the same dates usually has no change fee, but price differences are charged or refunded.
- Early departures may or may not be refunded. At certain facilities, partial refunds may be possible if staff can mark the site available for other visitors. No refund is given for a night if the early departure is requested after that day's check-out time.
- Security deposits are separate. Security deposits may be refunded to the original payment method if the facility is left in acceptable condition, as determined by the property.
Amenities
- The cabin includes a small refrigerator; consider bringing a cooler for longer stays and ice can be purchased nearby.
Safety & rules
- Exercise caution in this high cliff area, particularly around children.
- Bring garbage bags as this facility follows a 'pack in-pack out' policy.
Vehicles & parking
- A high clearance vehicle is recommended for the steep and rocky last mile to the cabin.
Fires & fuel
- Campfires are usually not allowed from July to September; confirm with the Ranger District for current restrictions.
- Do not move firewood to protect local forests from invasive species; obtain firewood near your camping location.
Pets
- Pets are allowed, but horses and other livestock are prohibited.
General
- For current fire restrictions and closures, click here.
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Last updated: June 4, 2026
