Barber Flat Cabin
Opens for the 2026 season around May 22. Operating season runs end of May through end of September. Reservations via Recreation.gov required at least 4 days in advance. No RVs, tents, or motor homes permitted. Roads are 2WD accessible but occasionally rough.
Flash Flood Warning issued September 18 at 5:21PM MDT until September 18 at 8:15PM MDT by NWS Boise ID
FFWBOI The National Weather Service in Boise has issued a * Flash Flood Warning for... The Wapiti Burn Area in... Northeastern Boise County in southwestern Idaho... * Until 815 PM MDT. * At 521 PM MDT, emergency management reported thunderstorms producing heavy rain over the Wapiti Burn Area. The expected rainfall rate is 0.25 inches in 1 hour. Additional rainfall amounts up to 0.5 inches are possible in the warned area. Flash flooding is ongoing or expected to begin shortly. Excessive rainfall over the burn scar will result in debris flow. The debris flow can consist of rock, mud, vegetation and other loose materials. HAZARD...Life threatening flash flooding. Thunderstorms producing flash flooding in and around the Wapiti Burn Area. SOURCE...Emergency management reported debris on Idaho State Highway 21 between mileposts 103 and 105. IMPACT...Life threatening flash flooding of areas in and around the Wapiti Burn Area. * Some locations that will experience flash flooding include... Warm Springs Guard Station.
Flash Flood Watch issued September 18 at 10:50AM MDT until September 19 at 12:00AM MDT by NWS Boise ID
* WHAT...Flash flooding and debris flows caused by excessive rainfall are possible over the Wapiti, Crooked, Buckhorn burn scar areas. * WHERE...Portions of south central and southwest Idaho, including the following areas, in south central Idaho, Western Magic Valley. In southwest Idaho, Boise Mountains, Camas Prairie, Lower Treasure Valley, Upper Treasure Valley and West Central Mountains. * WHEN...Through this evening. * IMPACTS...Heavy rainfall over the Wapiti, Crooked, Buckhorn burn scar is expected up to and during the period of the watch. Residents near the Wapiti, Crooked, Buckhorn burn scar should prepare for potential debris flow. Be sure to stay up to date with information from local authorities. Heavy rainfall could trigger flash flooding or debris flows in and near recent wildfire burn scars. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS... - National Weather Service Meteorologists are forecasting heavy rainfall over the burn scar, which may lead to flash flooding and debris flows. - Some locations that may experience flash flooding include... Idaho City, Fairfield, Lowman, Horseshoe Bend, Pine, Prairie, Atlanta, Anderson Dam, Corral, Centerville, Pioneerville, Garden Valley, Banks, Gardena, Crouch, Placerville, Trinity Lakes, Rocky Bar, Dutch Creek Guard Station and Featherville. - https://www.weather.gov/safety/flood
Weed Free Hay Order 04-2021-03
Prohibited by this order: Possessing, storing, or transporting non-pelletized hay, straw, or mulch in the Intermountain Region, unless it is certified as weed free by the state where the product originated.
About
Barber Flat Cabin has a rich history dating back to the early 1920s when it served the Barber Lumber Company and later the Forest Service as a guard station. The current cabin was constructed by the Civilian Conservation Corps in 1935 and retains much of its original character. Situated beneath Hungarian Ridge along the North Fork Boise River, the cabin offers a secluded retreat surrounded by towering Ponderosa pines. The cabin accommodates six guests on two futons and one bunkbed (mattresses provided, but bring your own bedding). The kitchen includes a propane stove, refrigerator, cookware, dishes, and a sink with hot water. The bathroom features a flush toilet, bathtub, and sink. A wood stove provides heat, with firewood available from the surrounding forest. There is no electricity. Outdoor amenities include a picnic table and campfire ring. The Barber Flat Trailhead is nearby, and the Hungarian/Sunset Trail starts about 200 yards north. The area is known for osprey nests, mule deer, elk, wild turkeys, and occasional black bears. The river offers rainbow trout fishing and swimming holes.
Directions
From Idaho City, take State Highway 21 for 2 miles to Granite Creek Road (Forest Road 327). Turn right and travel approximately 25 miles to the cabin. The road becomes North Fork Boise River Road. Drive carefully as this road is heavily traveled.
Amenities
| Water | Yes |
| Fires Allowed | Yes |
| Toilets | Yes |
| Dump Station | No |
| Wifi | No |
| Pets Allowed | — |
| Showers | No |
| Electric Hookups | — |
| Water Hookups | — |
| Sewer Hookups | — |
| Camp Store | No |
| Price | $80 |
Vehicle
| Max RV Length | — |
| Max Trailer Length | — |
| Big Rig Friendly | No |
| Pull Through Sites | No |
Contact
| Phone | +1 (208) 392-6681 |
Cell Service
| AT&T | None |
| Verizon | None |
| T-Mobile | None |
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