Peavy Cabin was built in 1934 by Dr. George Wilcox Peavy, Dean of the School of Forestry at Oregon Agricultural College (later Oregon State University). The facility was used as his outdoor laboratory to instruct forestry students.
The cabin was then turned over to the Forest Service and used as a guard station. Several restoration projects have kept the integrity and charm of this historic structure, which is now recorded in the Heritage Resource Inventory as a historic site.
This cabin is available from July 1 until October 31 and is accessible via an unpaved road. High clearance and 4-wheel drive vehicles are recommended. Guests must bring some of their own supplies; however, Peavy Cabin does offers few modern conveniences to make for a comfortable stay.
Activities & Attractions
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Hiking
Year-round
Horseback Riding
Year-round
Year-round
Hiking
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Horseback Riding
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Peavy Cabin offers a magnificent and peaceful retreat, well-maintained with clean facilities and thoughtful amenities like drinking water and ice upon arrival. Guests appreciate the charming natural surroundings, enjoying activities like biking and experiencing the serene ambiance during their stay. While the fire pit could use some ash removal, it remains usable, contributing to a relaxing experience overall.
Very nice cabin located in a secluded valley near the Elkhorn Crest. You can either head up to Anthony Lake and the Elkhorn Crest area or explore sections of the North Fork John Day River (many opportunities to hike and fish in both areas). Excellent fall foliage in October. The new central heating is nice to have early in the morning to get out of bed.
Very nice cabin located in a secluded valley near the Elkhorn Crest. You can either head up to Anthony Lake and the Elkhorn Crest area or explore sections of the North Fork John Day River (many opportunities to hike and fish in both areas). Excellent fall foliage in October. The new central heating is nice to have early in the morning to get out of bed.
The cabin and environs were so clean and beautiful. The new gas heater was a luxury! We were having a great time and then the smoke rolled in. Too smokey for us so we left two days early. We will be back!
The cabin and environs were so clean and beautiful. The new gas heater was a luxury! We were having a great time and then the smoke rolled in. Too smokey for us so we left two days early. We will be back!
Nice and secluded but easily within reach of the North Fork John Day River and Anthony Lakes / Elkhorn Crest areas. Cabin is well maintained and appliances work very well.
Nice and secluded but easily within reach of the North Fork John Day River and Anthony Lakes / Elkhorn Crest areas. Cabin is well maintained and appliances work very well.
North of Baker City, take U.S. Hwy 30 (Elkhorn Drive Scenic Byway) to Haines. At Haines, turn west on County Rd 1146, staying with the Scenic Byway to Anthony Lakes. Continue on the Scenic Byway (now Forest Service Road 73) past the Elkhorn Summit...
North of Baker City, take U.S. Hwy 30 (Elkhorn Drive Scenic Byway) to Haines. At Haines, turn west on County Rd 1146, staying with the Scenic Byway to Anthony Lakes. Continue on the Scenic Byway (now Forest Service Road 73) past the Elkhorn Summit for approximately 8 mi. Turn left (east) on FSR 380 and travel approximately 3 mi to the end of the road to Peavy Cabin.
South of Baker City, take State Hwy 7 to the Sumpter Junction. Turn right and follow the Elkhorn Drive Scenic Byway through Sumpter and on to Granite. From Granite, proceed north for approximately 7 mi on FSR 73 (Scenic Byway) to North Fork John Day Campground. Turn east. Continue approximately 5 mi on the Scenic Byway, turn right on FSR 380 and go 3 mi to Peavy Cabin.
CAUTION: FSR 380 is a native surface road and is not intended or suitable for low clearance passenger vehicles. Four-wheel drive and high clearance vehicles are strongly recommended. In spring, when the snow is melting and during rainy weather, road conditions can be hazardous due to washouts and possibly high water on the road.
Please ask for current road conditions prior to driving the road. FSR 73 is closed in the winter from Anthony Lakes Ski area to Granite.
Peavy Cabin is accessible via U.S. Hwy 30 (Elkhorn Drive Scenic Byway) and State Hwy 7, both of which are within reasonable driving distance.
Policies & Rules
Arrival & departure
Check in time
1PM
Check out time
11AM
General
Entry to the cabin is by combination lock; You will recieve a confirmation Email with the combination to the cabin. Email [email protected] for any questions.
Guests need to supply their own drinking water
No smoking inside of the cabin
Cabin stay duration is limited to 7 days.
Pets are welcome but must remain outside
Hay brought in must be certified weed free
Out-of-state horses must have a current Coggins test
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