Third Fork Cabin
Currently closed for the season. Opens around late May 2026. The cabin operates seasonally from mid-April through late October, weather permitting. Reservations available via Recreation.gov. Call four days before arrival to confirm lock combination.
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.
Fireworks and Spark Arrestor Order 04-2021-01
Prohibited by this order: Possessing, discharging, or using any kind of firework or other pyrotechnic device. 36 CFR §261.52(t)Operating or using any internal or external combustion engine without a spark arresting device properly installed, maintained and in effective working order as described…
Explosives and Exploding Target Order 04-2021-02
This order prohibits the use of explosives and exploding targets on National Forest System lands within the Intermountain Region.
Pine Flats Campground Area and Road Closure
The purpose of this Order is to protect public safety during the timber falling operations of hazard trees in and around the Pine Flats Campground. This order is in effect from May 12 at 8:00 a.m. through June 30, 2026. This order will be rescinded if tree removal operations end early.
Deer Point Road, Trail and Area Closure
Beginning May 11, 2026, the Deer Point Forest Stewardship Project, located about 1 mile south of Bogus Basin, will resume its second season of logging and forest restoration work. For everyone’s safety, several temporary road, trail, and area closures will be in effect. This project reduces the…
National Forest System Road #311 Temporary Closure
The purpose of this order is to protect public safety during road maintenance operations. The road will be closed to all uses, including foot traffic, beginning 6 AM on Monday through 8 PM on Thursday during the weeks of May 4, May 11 and May 18, 2026.
Grimes Creek Area Closure
The purpose of this Order is to protect public safety and natural resources.
Antelope & Hollywood Campgrounds Closed for Construction
The purpose of this Order is to protect public safety during construction and remediation of the Antelope and Hollywood Campgrounds. These campgrounds will be modernized to accommodate more RV camping, improved amenities, more campsites overall, and adding a toilet. Construction is expected to last…
Sage Hen Creek Campground & Boat Ramp, and Eastside Campground closed for construction
Sage Hen Creek and Eastside campgrounds, along with Sage Hen Creek Boat Ramp, will be closed through July 1, 2026 while construction and remediation activities occur to update these sites.
Atlanta Area Roads 268M & 268MX1 Closure
The purpose of this order is to protect public health, safety and natural resources along two short roadways associated with the community of Atlanta's transfer station.
Lava Fire Road Closure
Updated closure of National Forest System Road 625, and portions of NFSRs 653 and 624 due to safety hazards resulting from the 2024 Lava Fire. These routes are closed to motorized and mechanized travel, but open to foot and livestock use.
Public Safety Occupancy and Use on all Boise National Forest Lands
This Order applies to all National Forest System lands and roads within the Boise National Forest for purposes of public health and safety.
Lowman Ranger District Dispersed Camping Area Closure
The purpose of this Order is to protect undeveloped campsites along portions of Highway 21 and National Forest System Roads 582 and 524 from overuse and to let highly impacted areas to recover.
William Pogue and Roaring River Trail Closure Order
Portions of the William Pogue and Roaring River Trails are closed.
South Fork Salmon Road Closure
This order prohibits motor vehicles on the South Fork Salmon River Road having more than 10,000 lbs on the steering axle and tire width less than nine inches, or more than 300 lbs per inch of tire on all axles, from March 15th through June 1st annually. The purpose of this Order is to protect…
Rainbow Basin Occupancy and Use
The purpose of this Order is to protect natural resources values and public health and safety within Rainbow Basin.
Occupancy and Use
Details camping stay restrictions for more than 14 days during any 30-day period throughout the year.
Wilson Creek Trail System Temporary Closure to Motor Vehicle Use
The purpose of this Order is to protect big game during critical life stages.
About
Third Fork Cabin is a historic Forest Service guard station nestled in a steep mountain landscape heavily forested with old-growth ponderosa pine at approximately 4,700 feet elevation in Boise National Forest. First established in 1906 as Station 10 and renamed Third Fork in 1908, the current cabin was rebuilt by the Civilian Conservation Corps in 1933 and has changed little since, aside from a metal roof added before 1984. The rustic cabin accommodates up to four guests with one double bed and two single beds with mattresses. Interior amenities include an indoor flush toilet, shower with hot water heater, propane cook range, refrigerator, propane heater, and a table with chairs. Guests must bring their own bedding, lighting, cookware, and utensils. The fenced yard features a picnic table, campfire ring, and pedestal grill. Potable water is available but bringing a backup supply is recommended. The area offers fishing in adjacent Squaw Creek and big game hunting opportunities. Sagehen Reservoir lies about 18 miles east with trails for OHV use, hiking, mountain biking, and horseback riding, plus fishing and boating. Firewood can be obtained at Antelope Campground, 18 miles away. Tents, motor homes, and RVs are not permitted at the cabin, and livestock is prohibited.
Directions
From Boise, take Highway 55 north to Horseshoe Bend. Turn left on Highway 52 and drive west 9 miles to the junction at Sweet/Ola Highway, then take a slight right. Take this road north 17 miles to Ola. Make a slight left and continue north through Ola on Road 618 (Third Fork Road) to the cabin on the right side of the road. The road changes from pavement to gravel a few miles north of Ola.
Amenities
| Water | Yes |
| Fires Allowed | Yes |
| Toilets | Yes |
| Dump Station | No |
| Wifi | No |
| Pets Allowed | — |
| Showers | Yes |
| 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 (541) 351-1182 |
Cell Service
| AT&T | None |
| Verizon | None |
| T-Mobile | None |
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