Big Springs Cabin Site
The cabins are currently closed for the season. Reservations become available starting May 22, 2026. The North Kaibab Ranger District was affected by the Dragon Bravo and White Sage fires in 2025, and visitors should check current forest conditions before travel.
From Recreation.gov
The North Kaibab Ranger District and Grand Canyon North Rim were significantly affected by the Dragon Bravo and White Sage fires in 2025, and certain areas remain closed. Visitors should check the status of closures on Forest Service lands at [https://www.fs.usda.gov/r03/kaibab/alerts][1] and on the Grand Canyon North Rim at [https://www.nps.gov/grca/index.htm][2]. Use extreme caution when entering burned areas. [1]: https://www.fs.usda.gov/r03/kaibab/alerts [2]: https://www.nps.gov/grca/index.htm
Prescribed fires planned on Williams Ranger District this week
Kaibab National Forest fire managers plan to begin ignitions on over 3,200 acres of prescribed fire units on the Williams Ranger District Thursday and Friday, October 8 and 9, producing noticeable smoke in the vicinity of the project areas.An approximately 1,000 acre unit of the Kendrick prescribed…
Prescribed fires planned in Jacob Lake area week of October 5th
Kaibab National Forest fire managers plan to begin ignitions on prescribed fire units on the North Kaibab Ranger District in the Jacob Lake area this week, which will produce noticeable smoke in and around the Jacob Lake and Fredonia areas and along highways 89A and 67.Areas may close to the public…
About
Big Springs Administrative Center is on the National Register of Historic Places and has been used by homesteaders and the Forest Service since the 1800s. Seven historic cabins are available for public rental, each offering a rustic but comfortable experience. Cabins 1-6 feature two twin beds and one full bed with wood stoves and electric heaters, while Cabin 7 has one queen bed. All guests share access to a fully furnished kitchen, dining hall with books and games, lounge area, and shower house. The site is named for the most abundant water source on the Kaibab Plateau, which flows down a limestone cliff and pools near the cabins. Nestled among ponderosa pines at high elevation, the area offers a peaceful setting surrounded by lush vegetation and several ponds. There is no cell service or internet at this remote location. Big Springs is an excellent base camp for exploring the North Kaibab Ranger District, with easy access via Forest Road 22 to scenic Grand Canyon overlooks. The site is approximately 30 minutes from Fredonia, AZ/Kanab, UT and within an hour's drive of the Grand Canyon North Rim.
Directions
From Fredonia, AZ: Go 1.2 miles south on US 89A, turn south onto FS 22 and continue 27.3 miles. Cabins are on the left. Pavement ends after 20.7 miles. From Jacob Lake, AZ: Go south on AZ Hwy 67, take the first right past the visitor center onto FS 461 for 5.3 miles to FS 462. Continue west on FS 462 for 3.1 miles to FS 22, turn south and continue 6.6 miles. From North Rim Lodge: Head north to the main gate on Hwy 67, proceed straight toward Jacob Lake for 4 miles, turn west on FS 22 for 23 miles.
Amenities
| Water | Yes |
| Fires Allowed | Yes |
| Toilets | Yes |
| Dump Station | No |
| Wifi | No |
| Pets Allowed | No |
| Showers | Yes |
| Electric Hookups | — |
| Water Hookups | — |
| Sewer Hookups | — |
| Camp Store | No |
| Price | $65 |
Vehicle
| Max RV Length | — |
| Max Trailer Length | — |
| Big Rig Friendly | No |
| Pull Through Sites | No |
Contact
| bigspringshost@yahoo.com | |
| Phone | +1 (928) 643-7395 |
Cell Service
| AT&T | None |
| Verizon | None |
| T-Mobile | None |
Useful Links
| View on Recreation.gov | |
| Kaibab NF Alerts |
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