Louella Cabin

Bring plenty of water. Our five gallon container leaked so we were short of dish washing water.
We loved the cabin- the stories that are written in the journals really get your imagination going- great story writing.
The fireplace was amazing after an all day hike in the clouds- we really appreciated the warmth of the fire.
We loved the quick proximity to Sequim so you can get anything you want within a very short distance.
A great place to hike- Tubal Cane- such an historic hike. We were up there for 7.5 hours. I have always wanted to hike that route but it was too far for a one day trek . Staying at the cabin allowed for a short drive to the trail head and a hike I got to experience. One more check on my bucket list!

Cozy cabin in a beautiful area. Walked the Dungeness spit to historic lighthouse the afternoon of arrival, explored the site where Glines Canyon dam was removed and looked for the site of the Elwha dam the second day, then hiked Mt. Townshend the day we drove home. Noticed many pear and apple trees between Palo Alto Rd. and back toward cabin - unsure of the history/ownership of this former orchard. Would return another time as it is a god jumping off point for area hikes, sightseeing etc.

The cabin is spartan but comfortable. It was a plus that lights and refrigeration are electric — we aren't big fans of LPG. The outdoor shelter is a welcome extra, with more dry space on wet days.

All-in-all an enjoyable one-night stay.

Rustic and homey, Louella was very much as described. One thing missing from the description but well documented in the cabin journal are the rats that live in the walls. The spring time is evidently when most active, so they actually woke me up at night with their wild parties and arguments. I didn't see them, but the noise was a bit much. Also, you are not away from residential properties in this cabin. Don't be surprised by sounds of the neighbor's lawnmower and the odd barking dog.

Another, simpler item, that the forest service could do: a heavy duty mop. The rough plywood plank floors have shredded the mop provided, making cleaning a challenge.

On the plus, so much great hiking just up the road, a sweet bunny living beneath the cabin. And the added perk of spending time in a building older than we typically ever experience.

We had a fun and interesting stay at Louella Cabin, grandparents with daughter and 12 year old grandson. I will say it could have been cleaner and more attention paid to details. The kitchen was stocked with dishes, silverware, and pots/pans, but very minimal. We were glad we bought what we needed to fix our meals. We just happened to have a 5 gallon bucket with us, which we left, as it made tossing the sink water so much easier. The most unique event occurred when we spotted a weasel dragging a dead rabbit, at least 3 times it's size and weight, across the road and under the porch. The next day it carried a big rodent and the 3rd day a mouse. Must have been some hungry babies! At night we heard squeaking and rustling, but no sign of critters in the house. At home we identified the animal as a Long-tailed Weasel with a black tip on tail. Besides the board games, the weasel was a big hit. During the day we went on hikes, Lower Dungeness and Grey Wolf, and a long bike ride up FS#28. A fire each night was enjoyed by all, cooking 2 meals on it. Picnic table and firepit were great. And the PortaPotty was nice and clean. All in all, we enjoyed our time at historic Louella Cabin!

Just what we'd hoped for, great!!

I loved the remote location and the photographic relics of the history in the cabin. It was a lovely place to stay.

Very cute little cabin, ideal getaway! (Don't be fooled by the first "crew" cabin on the road...)

We enjoyed our stay, highly recommend bring compostable paper plates, foil, and your own utensils and such. It’s a dry cabin, so the dishes and kitchen pots/pans are only as clean as the last person who washed them. We loved having no cell service and completely chilling out in the evening. The Dungeness Spit is an excellent outing, and so many trails and forest service roads to explore. We will be back!

We loved this cabin. The only downside is that the beds are very uncomfortable. Bring camping mats.
It was a peaceful two nights. We will definitely be coming back.