Hemlock Butte Ski Cabin
Open — Open for reservations November 1 through April 30. Over-snow access typically available from late December through March. An Oregon Sno-Park permit is required for parking at Three Lakes Sno-Park.
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.
Restrictions on Use of Forage and Mulch Products
This Order prohibits unloading, storing, or using any straw, hay, grain, seed, or other forage or mulch products that are not state-certified weed free on the National Forest System lands, roads or trails in any Closure Area as specific in the Order.
Umpqua National Forest Ranger Stations Holiday Closures
All Umpqua National Forest Offices will be closed on December 24 and December 25, 2025 and January 1, 2026.Umpqua National Forest Headquarters in Roseburg will be closed December 25 and December 26, 2025.
Forest Road Closures and Delays
Expect DelaysOn the Cottage Grove Ranger District, Herman Creek Bridge repair and work on National Forest Service Road 1700-623 is occurring. One lane will remain open, expect delays. Drive with caution in the area as staff may also be working under the bridge.
Trail Closures or Alerts
Dread and Terror section of the North Umpqua TrailLocated approximately 1.75 miles upriver from the start of the Dread and Terror section of the North Umpqua Trail (from the Umpqua Hot Springs Trailhead) a boulder has severely damaged the bridge
Order No. 06-15-03-24-03 - Hot Springs Regulations
PROHIBITIONS, in the area marked in the map or Exhibit A.1.Being in the area after sundown and before sunrise. 36 C.F.R. § 261.58(l).2.Camping. 36 C.F.R. § 261.58(e).3.Parking or leaving a vehicle in violation of posted instructions. 36 C.F.R § 261.58(g).
Order No. 06-15-25-01 - Stay Limit of 14 Days
Camping within a five-mile radius for longer than 14 days and staying longer than 28 calendar days in a given year is prohibited.
About
Hemlock Butte Ski Cabin is a primitive backcountry winter cabin situated at the base of Mount Bailey in Umpqua National Forest near Diamond Lake. Built by the Edelweiss Ski Club in 1990, this three-story A-frame cabin provides shelter for up to 8 people and is a popular destination for experienced winter recreationists. Access requires a challenging 4-mile ski or snowshoe journey via the Hemlock Butte Trail from Three Lakes Sno-Park, making this a true backcountry experience. The cabin's ground floor serves as a living area with benches surrounding a wood stove used for heating and melting snow. The middle floor provides sleeping space, while the top floor offers light storage accessed by a wall-mounted ladder. An indoor outhouse with a vault toilet is attached to the cabin. Firewood is provided by volunteers and Forest Service staff, but guests should use it conservatively as mid-season restocking is impossible. The cabin has no electricity, running water, beds, or cooking facilities beyond a pot for melting snow. The location offers exceptional winter recreation opportunities in the Southern Oregon Cascades. Mount Bailey, rising to 8,363 feet, averages 600 inches of snow annually and provides 6,000 acres of backcountry skiing terrain. Advanced skiers can attempt the challenging 2-mile ascent with 3,300 feet of elevation gain from the cabin to the summit. On clear days, views extend to Mount Thielsen, Mount Bailey, and Crater Lake's rim. Multiple winter trails crisscross the area, though snowmobiles are prohibited on the Hemlock Butte Trail.
Directions
From Roseburg, travel east on OR-138 / Diamond Lake Boulevard for approximately 84 miles. Turn right onto Highway 230. Three Lakes Sno-Park is approximately 2.5 miles ahead on the right. From the Sno-Park, ski or snowshoe 4 miles via the Hemlock Butte Trail to reach the cabin.
Nearby Campgrounds
Amenities
| Water | No |
| Fires Allowed | Yes |
| Toilets | Yes |
| Dump Station | No |
| Wifi | No |
| Pets Allowed | No |
| Showers | No |
| Electric Hookups | — |
| Water Hookups | — |
| Sewer Hookups | — |
| Camp Store | No |
| Price | $0 |
Vehicle
| Max RV Length | — |
| Max Trailer Length | — |
| Big Rig Friendly | No |
| Pull Through Sites | No |
Contact
| Phone | +1 (541) 498-2531 |
Cell Service
| AT&T | None |
| Verizon | Yes |
| T-Mobile | None |
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