The immediate area around the cabin and the surrounding valley along Trapper Creek is an old growth forest. Nearby there is access to hiking trails in the Trapper Creek Wilderness and trails in the Gifford Pinchot National Forest.

It was peaceful, clean, well kept, and a lovely experience I'd recommend.

We (4 adults + 2 kiddos) had a great time at this lovely cabin. We brought plenty of drinking water and filled up jugs at the stream for washing dishes. No fridge is colder than a NFS propane fridge! Plenty of pots & pans for cooking (too many for the cabinet), knives in need of sharpening (but that's to be expected), and enough plates/bowl to get by. If you are particular about mugs, bring your own (or fight over the one big one). We always camp with our gooseneck kettle, so coffee service was on point. We used one of the futons, in addition to all the beds upstairs, and found it fine. The nearby stream is perfect for summer exploration and cold soaking and in early July there were tons of berries (salmonberries, huckleberries, teeny tiny strawberries, trailing blackberries, blackcap raspberries). Huge, gorgeous trees nearby, and deep deep quiet at night.

Had a great time, was a clean cozy experience. Definitely plan on going back

Love staying at the guard station! The gas inset in the fireplace is a nice update.

Great cabin, disappointed that the head was shut off, it did get a little chilly one night.

If I had to make one improvement, which is unlikely because the entire stay was 5 star, it would be the beds. The mattresses are very old, with little support. So make allowances for that. We appreciate the the forest service has kept this cabin available to the public. It's worth every penny.

What a hidden little gem! There's a few things that aren't really updated on the description. - There IS a working fridge. It's gas powered, and keeps ice frozen and foods cold. - The fireplace is a GAS fireplace now, not a wood fireplace. So don't worry about bringing wood. - Super quiet, and far enough away from the campground that realistically the pit toilet is private for the cabin. We loved staying here. Make sure to bring your food in mouse-proof containers, and wash the pans/bowls/plates BEFORE using them. The mice go wherever they please I think.

Fantastic. A home stood still in time. In the forest. Was prepared for much more ‘roughin it’ but home was well stocked and functioning. Easy peesy gas lanterns and stovetop and refrigerator! Definitely read the codex of guest logs, scary stories, and history of the cabin.

Tucked away in old growth trees, this is a true gem in the Gifford Pinchot. So cozy and rustic. Already booked another stay!