Warm River Cabin
Reservations are currently showing as closed. The cabin typically operates year-round with car access from mid-May through early December and snowmobile/ski access during winter months. Reservations are made through Recreation.gov.
Flood Watch issued October 10 at 12:53AM MDT until October 12 at 6:00PM MDT by NWS Pocatello ID
* WHAT...Flooding caused by excessive rainfall is possible. Storm total rainfall amounts of 1-2 inches are possible across the area with localized amounts closer to 3 inches possible in spots. * WHERE...Portions of central, eastern, south central, and southeast Idaho, including the following areas, in central Idaho, Sun Valley Region and Wood River Foothills. In eastern Idaho, Beaverhead - Lemhi Highlands, Big Hole Mountains, Centennial Mountains - Island Park and Teton Valley. In south central Idaho, Eastern Magic Valley and Shoshone/Lava Beds. In southeast Idaho, Arco/Mud Lake Desert, Bear Lake Valley, Bear River Range, Blackfoot Mountains, Caribou Range, Franklin/Eastern Oneida Region, Lower Snake River Plain, Marsh and Arbon Highlands, Raft River Region, Southern Hills/Albion Mountains and Upper Snake River Plain. * WHEN...From noon MDT today through Monday afternoon. * IMPACTS...Excessive runoff may result in flooding of rivers, creeks, streams, and other low-lying and flood-prone locations. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS... - A prolonged period of rainfall is expected across eastern Idaho throughout the weekend which could lead to some flooding across parts of the advised area. An upper low moving into the Pacific Northwest will combine with tropical moisture from Tropical Cyclone Rachel to usher in a cooler, wetter weather pattern across eastern Idaho. - http://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.
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…
About
Warm River Cabin sits at Warm River Springs, less than 20 miles from Ashton, Idaho, within the Caribou-Targhee National Forest. The cabin was constructed by the Civilian Conservation Corps in 1938 and originally served as the manager's residence for an Idaho fish and game hatchery that operated from the 1930s to 1950s. The single-story structure features two bedrooms with six sets of bunkbeds and mattresses accommodating up to 12 people, a living area with wood stove, and a kitchen equipped with a stove, refrigerator, and basic cookware. The cabin is open year-round with varying access methods. During warmer months it is accessible by car via Forest Road 154. From early December through mid-May, guests must access the cabin via snowmobile or cross-country skis on a groomed 6-mile trail from Bear Gulch Trailhead. Keys are picked up at Ashton Ranger Station during business hours. The Warm River provides excellent trout fishing opportunities including brook, rainbow, and cutthroat trout. Nearby trails accommodate hiking, horseback riding, and mountain biking. The cabin is a short distance from the Mesa Falls Scenic Byway, featuring the 114-foot Upper Mesa Falls and 65-foot Lower Mesa Falls. This is bear country and food must be stored properly. The cabin is pack-it-in/pack-it-out with no potable water available on site.
Directions
From Ashton, ID, travel east-northeast on Highway 47 (Mesa Falls Scenic Byway) for approximately 15 miles to the intersection with Forest Road 150. Turn right onto FR 150 and travel 2.5 miles to FR 154. Turn right onto FR 154 for 1 mile, then keep left on FR 154 for 1.5 miles to the cabin, located across the bridge adjacent to Warm River Springs.
Amenities
| Water | No |
| Fires Allowed | Yes |
| Toilets | Yes |
| Dump Station | — |
| Wifi | No |
| Pets Allowed | — |
| Showers | No |
| Electric Hookups | — |
| Water Hookups | — |
| Sewer Hookups | — |
| Camp Store | No |
| Price | $50 |
Vehicle
| Max RV Length | — |
| Max Trailer Length | — |
| Big Rig Friendly | No |
| Pull Through Sites | No |
Contact
| Phone | +1 (208) 652-7442 |
Cell Service
| AT&T | None |
| Verizon | None |
| T-Mobile | None |
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