We visited this lodge the beginning of November. It was beautiful. Though it is paramount that one has wood. The lovely building is large and only has a wood stove for heat-there are two fireplaces, though truly gaining radiant warmth is not so beneficial from the fireplaces. I think the forest service needs to sincerely understand -especially in the winter-without warmth one could truly be harmed. Perhaps once the winter season opened the wood situation improved-as in is there enough? where is it (it was obvious without snow, but covered in snow?); we brought an ax, thank goodness there was a maul; hopefully the stove continues to work correctly and safely. If you have the option bring a chainsaw.Hopefully you can find some perfect standing dead trees nearby. I am thrilled this lodge is open for reservations though the price should come with enough wood. Enjoy!! Bring plenty of flashlights and blankets/sleeping bags. It is truly special and spectacular-but cold!

We visited this lodge the beginning of November. It was beautiful. Though it is paramount that one has wood. The lovely building is large and only has a wood stove for heat-there are two fireplaces, though truly gaining radiant warmth is not so beneficial from the fireplaces. I think the forest service needs to sincerely understand -especially in the winter-without warmth one could truly be harmed. Perhaps once the winter season opened the wood situation improved-as in is there enough? where is it (it was obvious without snow, but covered in snow?); we brought an ax, thank goodness there was a maul; hopefully the stove continues to work correctly and safely. If you have the option bring a chainsaw.Hopefully you can find some perfect standing dead trees nearby. I am thrilled this lodge is open for reservations though the price should come with enough wood. Enjoy!! Bring plenty of flashlights and blankets/sleeping bags. It is truly special and spectacular-but cold!