Magee Rangers Cabin
Closed — Closed for the season. The cabin operates Memorial Day through Labor Day. Reservations available through Recreation.gov.
Air Stagnation Advisory issued December 29 at 11:45AM PST until January 1 at 12:00PM PST by NWS Spokane WA
* WHAT...Stagnant conditions will have potential to trap pollutants near the ground with deteriorated air quality. * WHERE...Portions of North and North Central Idaho and North Central, Northeast, and Southeast Washington. * WHEN...Until noon PST Thursday. * IMPACTS...Periods of air stagnation can lead to the buildup of pollutants near the surface.
About
The Magee Rangers Cabin offers a unique opportunity to experience Forest Service history in the heart of the Coeur d'Alene River Ranger District. Constructed in 1922 as living quarters for the Magee District Ranger, this fully furnished two-story log cabin is listed on the National Register of Historic Places along with several other buildings at the site, which may occasionally house Forest Service employees. The cabin sleeps six guests with a full-size bed downstairs and four single beds upstairs. Modern amenities include drinking water, propane stove, refrigerator, heater, and flush toilets. Two portable propane lanterns are provided, though guests must bring their own propane. The cabin features a front porch and is located near a public picnic area at 3,000 feet elevation along Tepee Creek in the Coeur d'Alene Mountains. Recreation opportunities abound with the nearby Independence Creek Trail System offering 34 miles of trails for hiking, motorcycle riding, horseback riding, and mountain biking. Tepee Creek, a tributary of the North Fork Coeur d'Alene River, provides fly fishing for cutthroat and brook trout. The remote location means the nearest telephone is 25 miles away and the nearest grocery store is 32 miles away in Prichard.
Directions
Access #1: From I-90, take Exit #43 (Kingston) and drive 24 miles north on Forest Highway 9 to the Prichard Junction. Continue on Forest Road 208 for 28 miles to the end of the pavement and the start of Forest Road 6310, a rough gravel road with large rocks and potholes. Travel 7 miles on road 6310 to the Magee Rangers Cabin. Approximate travel time from Coeur d'Alene is 2 hours. Access #2: From Coeur d'Alene, drive east on County Road 268 (Fernan Lakeshore Road) for 5 miles into the Coeur d'Alene National Forest on Forest Road 268. Follow for 7 miles to Fernan Saddle, then continue on Forest Road 612 for 11 miles to Forest Road 209 past Honeysuckle Campground. Cross the bridge and turn right (south) on Forest Road 209 for 5 miles to its junction with Forest Road 422. Turn left (north) and travel 14 miles on Forest Road 422 toward Magee. Turn right at Forest Road 6310, cabin will be on your left. Travel time around 1-3/4 hours.
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Amenities
| Water | Yes |
| 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 | $100 |
Vehicle
| Max RV Length | — |
| Max Trailer Length | — |
| Big Rig Friendly | No |
| Pull Through Sites | No |
Contact
| Phone | +1 (208) 664-2318 |
Cell Service
| AT&T | None |
| Verizon | None |
| T-Mobile | None |
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