Aspen Cabin
Closed for the season. The cabin is available for reservations June 15 through November 15. From November 16 through June 14, the site serves as a warming shelter for the snowmobile trail system. Contact Lakeview Ranger District before July 1 to confirm road conditions.
Fire Weather Watch issued August 29 at 1:33PM PDT until August 31 at 8:00PM PDT by NWS Medford OR
The National Weather Service in Medford has issued a Fire Weather Watch, which is in effect from Monday afternoon through Monday evening. * IMPACTS...Any fires that develop will likely spread rapidly. * AFFECTED AREA...In California...The Scott Valley in Fire weather zone 280, Fire weather zone 281, Fire weather zone 284 excepting the southeast portion of the zone, and Fire weather zone 285. In Oregon...Fire weather zone 624, excepting the Highway 97 corridor from Modoc Point to Chemult. * WIND...South winds 10 to 20 mph with gusts to 30 mph in the Scott Valley, and 15 to 25 mph with gusts to 35 mph in the Shasta Valley. Elsewhere, southwest winds 10 to 20 mph with gusts to 30 mph. * HUMIDITY...Minimum humidity 9 to 15 percent. * DETAILED URL...View the hazard area in detail at https://weather.gov/wrh/hazards?wfo=mfr
Alcohol Prohibitions
This Order describes acts that are prohibited upon lands, roads and trails within the National Forest System administered by the Forest Service Pacific Northwest Region in regards to alcoholic beverages.
Aquatic Invasive Species
This Order prohibits 1) possessing, storing, or transporting any aquatic invasive animal species AND 2) prohibits possessing, storing, or transporting any aquatic or riparian invasive plant species - on National Forest System lands in the Pacific Northwest Region as specified in the Order.
About
Historic Aspen Cabin is a cozy one-room log structure nestled among mature ponderosa pine, fir, and aspen in Oregon's North Warner Mountains. Built in 1930, it originally served as a U.S. Forest Service fire guard station and later as a warming shelter for snowmobilers. Today it offers a secluded, rustic lodging experience for up to four guests. The cabin is furnished with four cots, a dining table and chairs, food prep counter space, and a wood stove for heating. Outside, guests have access to a picnic table, campfire ring, and BBQ pedestal. A vault toilet is on site. No potable water is available; guests can fill water jugs at Mud Creek Campground about 1.5 miles away. There is also space for tent camping adjacent to the cabin. The surrounding area supports abundant wildlife including deer, elk, and various bird species. Nearby recreation includes Crane Mountain National Recreation Trail (3 miles southwest), the Drake McDowell Semi-Primitive Non-Motorized Area (2 miles east), and over 100 miles of the Fremont National Recreation Trail for hiking, biking, and horseback riding.
Directions
From Lakeview, drive 6 miles north on Highway 395 and turn right (east) on Highway 140. Drive 8 miles on Highway 140, then turn left on Forest Road 3615. Continue 7.5 miles to the cabin on the right. The entire route is paved.
Amenities
| Water | No |
| Fires Allowed | Yes |
| Toilets | Yes |
| Dump Station | No |
| Wifi | No |
| Pets Allowed | Yes |
| Showers | No |
| Electric Hookups | — |
| Water Hookups | — |
| Sewer Hookups | — |
| Camp Store | No |
| Price | $40 |
Vehicle
| Max RV Length | — |
| Max Trailer Length | — |
| Big Rig Friendly | No |
| Pull Through Sites | No |
Contact
| Phone | +1 (541) 947-6300 |
Cell Service
| AT&T | None |
| Verizon | None |
| T-Mobile | None |
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