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Reviews (25)
What Guests Are Saying
Peterson Prairie Cabin is a clean, well-organized facility with great amenities, including running water and a well-equipped kitchen, making it a fantastic value. Despite a low snow year, guests appreciated the cabin's charm and the new propane refrigerator. Some challenges with snow preparation were noted, but overall, many guests expressed a desire to return.
What Guests Are Saying
Peterson Prairie Cabin is a clean, well-organized facility with great amenities, including running water and a well-equipped kitchen, making it a fantastic value. Despite a low snow year, guests appreciated the cabin's charm and the new propane refrigerator. Some challenges with snow preparation were noted, but overall, many guests expressed a desire to return.
Review Summary
Jonathan G
VerifiedJanuary 29, 2020 • Stayed at: 001, Loop: AREA PETERSON PRAIRIE GUARD STATION
Everything was up to speed aside from the rodents. There were live rodents in the trash can when we arrived. In the middle of the night they were everywhere. I know it in the middle of nature but I would appreciate a rodent free stay. A credit for our stay, or a credit towards a different cabin would be a nice gesture. Thank you.
Heather L
VerifiedJanuary 25, 2020 • Stayed at: 001, Loop: AREA PETERSON PRAIRIE GUARD STATION
There were definitely mice. Bring lots of wipes to sanitize the kitchen every morning. And bring some paper to start a fire. Otherwise everything was great. We would have brought snow if we had the ability. Crazy weather.
Daniel J
VerifiedJanuary 25, 2020 • Stayed at: 001, Loop: AREA PETERSON PRAIRIE GUARD STATION
With just two wall-mounted propane lamps on the lower floor level, there is not all that much light in the cabin at night in late fall. A number of battery-powered lanterns were provided, however it might not be a bad idea to bring your own favorite lighting. The hallway propane lamp tended to be a bit difficult to light. The gas stove was fine, and the full-size gas refrigerator was excellent. There is no running water, but used water can be dumped into the kitchen sink to drain away outside. The bookcase has a number of nice adventure and children's books. The cabin is wired with electric lights, presumably usable if the house is plugged into a generator (bring your own). Mouse/rat bait was seen, although there was no sign of rodents. It is not clear how toxic the closed-up-during-the-winter cabin may be due to any inside use of insecticides (per your own sensitivities). No doubt a fabulous place to stay when the weather is nice and the windows can be left open.
John H
VerifiedJanuary 15, 2020 • Stayed at: 001, Loop: AREA PETERSON PRAIRIE GUARD STATION
This is a well appointed cabin and conveniently located to lava fields, Goose Lake (although this particular lake is drying up), the ice caves, Trout Lake and BZ Corner (if you like to raft).
Nathalie H
VerifiedDecember 18, 2019 • Stayed at: 001, Loop: AREA PETERSON PRAIRIE GUARD STATION
We had a wonderful time at the cabin. It was snug, comfortable, and equipped with everything we needed (including a refrigerator, which hadn't been clear from the web page). In fact, we had such a lovely time that we modeled our annual gingerbread house after the cabin--I'd include a picture here if I could!
Location Peterson Prairie Cabin
Address:
2455 Hwy 141
Trout Lake, WA, 98650
United States
From Vancouver take Highway 14 East to Highway 141, then go North to Trout Lake WA. Peterson Prairie Cabin is located 7 miles from Trout Lake, Washington, along Forest Road 24. At Trout Lake go 4 Miles past the Mt. Adams Ranger Station at the end of Highway 141. Continue West on Forest Road 24 for 2.5 miles, the site will be on your left. During the snow-free months (typically June-October), guest can drive directly to the cabin. The road to the cabin is closed to wheeled vehicles December through April. Cabin renters park their vehicles at the Atkisson Sno-Park and ski, snowshoe or snowmobile an 2.5 miles to the cabin. A Washington Sno-Park permit is required December 1 through April 1 for each parked vehicle.
Guests may call the Mt. Adams Ranger District at (509) 395- 3400 to obtain current conditions close to their reservation date. Refunds will not be given due to limited access caused by snow.
Latitude & Longitude: 45.9696 / -121.66
Elevation: 911 feet
Policies & Rules
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No potable water at this site October through Mid-June. |
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Entry to the cabin is by a combination lock; the combination is given in your confirmation letter |
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In the event of a heavy snowfall, guests may not be able to access the Cabin or could get stranded; the road from the Sno-Park to the cabin is not plowed; those with existing reservations are advised to check weather conditions close to their reservation date and plan accordingly; refund requests will be honored if the Sno-Park is inaccessible. Please know that in the winter months, access to the cabin is on skis, snowmobiles, snowshoes or other legal over the snow equipment. |
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During the winter months, the weather can change abruptly; guests should come prepared with extra provisions for an extended stay in case the weather delays their departure; two feet of snow falling overnight is not uncommon |
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Please contact the Ranger District at (509) 395-3400 prior to arriving at the cabin to check on any restrictions or conditions, such as fire or road closures, weather or storms that may affect the quality of your visit |
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Pets are not allowed at this facility |
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Camping is prohibited at the cabin |
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Pack out all food and garbage and clean the facility before you leave |
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Doors and windows should be locked and all personal items removed upon departure |
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The cabin is a non-smoking facility |
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Learn more about Gifford-Pinchot National Forest. |
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Don't Move Firewood: Please protect Pacific Northwest forests by preventing the spread of invasive species. Firewood can carry insects and diseases that can threaten the health of our western forests. You can make a difference by obtaining and burning your firewood near your camping destination. Visit Dontmovefirewood.org for further information. |
