Redfish Cabin
A stay at the historic Redfish Cabin is like having your own private Idaho! Nestled in the trees above the northern shore of Redfish Lake at an elevation of 6,570 feet, the historic (Civilian Conservation Corps 1930's era) cabin offers a perfect getaway for a small family or group of friends. The cabin is warm and cozy, the views are breathtaking, recreation opportunities abound and starry nights provide a gateway to heaven. And you can share it all with your canine family member. The Sawtooth National Recreation Area was established in 1972 for its natural, scenic, historic, pastoral, and fish and wildlife values.
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Site mix
| Cabins with electric | 1 |
Site guide
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| Site | Fits, ft | Surface | Shade | Waterfront | People / vehicles | Fires |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| RF01 | 200 | Gravel | Partial | Lakefront | 3 / 2 | Yes |
Per-site records as published by the managing agency on Recreation.gov. Blank cells mean the agency listed nothing for that site. Check-in 2:01 PM, checkout 2:00 PM.
Amenities & rules
| Max vehicle length | 20 ft |
| Equipment | Tents |
| Pets | Allowed |
Redfish cabin can accommodate three people on a log bunk bed/futon (single mattress above, double mattress below). More people can sleep on the floor in sleeping bags (bring your own bags and pads) for a maximum of six persons. Winter access (after November 30) is a 2.25 mile snowmobile, snowshoe or ski along the gently climbing Forest Road 214. The cabin is equipped with electric lights. The heat source is a gas fireplace in the living room and electric wall heaters. The kitchen features an electric stove, refrigerator, microwave, coffee pot, pots and pans, dishes and utensils. There is no running water. There is an outhouse 50 feet from the cabin. There are picnic tables and a fire ring at the cabin although these might be buried under the snow in the winter. The front porch offers stunning views of the Sawtooth Wilderness and Redfish Lake.
Individual sites vary. Confirm on Recreation.gov or with the managing office.
Weather by month
Getting there
Renters should check winter road reports online at 511.idaho.gov or by calling 511 or 1-888-432-7623 prior to travel. October 15, November 30: From Stanley: Intersection of Hwy 21 and Hwy 75, drive south on Hwy 75 4.25 miles to Redfish Lake Road (FS Road 214). The turn is near mile marker 185, approximately 5 miles south of Stanley.
| Nearest town | Stanley, Idaho |
| Coordinates | 44.1436° N, 114.9197° W · Directions ↗ |
Fire nearby
- PrescribedRx Lowman Wui
27 mi from the campground
- PrescribedParadise Rx
30 mi from the campground
- PrescribedBartlett Creek Rx
40 mi from the campground · 2,000 acres
Distance is to the reported incident point, not the fire edge. Call the managing office before you drive.
Explore
Worth a stop
The nearby small town of Stanley (5 miles north) provides a rural western atmosphere with limited amenities including lodging, dining, fuel and groceries in winter. Popular activities in the Sawtooth Valley this time of year include hunting, hiking, cross-country skiing, snowmobiling, and hot springing along the Salmon River.
- 0.4 miOrval Hansen Point Beach ↗Swimming
- 0.5 miSandy Beach Boat Ramp - Day Use Location ↗Boat launch
- 2.1 miAlpine Way Trailhead ↗Trailhead
- 2.1 miAlpine Way Trailhead ↗Trailhead
- 11.5 miPettit Lake Day Use Area ↗Day use
Trails nearby
- 0.1 miFishhook Nature Trail0.3 mi trail · hiking, horse, bike
- 0.2 miOrion0.1 mi trail · hiking, horse, bike
- 0.3 miFishhook Trail2.5 mi trail · hiking, horse, bike
- 0.3 miBear Trap0.1 mi trail · hiking, horse, bike
- 0.4 miRedfish Creek - Baron Creek ↗21.9 mi trail · hiking, horse, bike
- 0.5 miRedfish Corralunder 0.1 mi trail · hiking, horse, bike
Trailheads within three miles
- 0.3 miRedfish Trailhead ↗Sawtooth National Forest
- 2.1 miAlpine Way Trailhead ↗Sawtooth National Forest
Trail and trailhead records are the Forest Service's. Distances are straight-line to the nearer trail end. Trail conditions are not tracked here.
Public land it sits in
This campground sits inside Sawtooth National Forest.
- inSawtooth National Forest ↗National Forest · Forest Service · 2,190,139 acres
- 0.9 miBoise National Forest ↗National Forest · Forest Service · 2,526,862 acres
- 1.7 miSawtooth Wilderness ↗Wilderness · Forest Service · 217,511 acres
Each unit is published as a centre point and an acreage rather than a boundary, so this section stands it in for a circle of the same area. Whether a campground is inside, and how far it is from one it is outside, are both approximate.
Other campgrounds nearby
Cabin and lookout rentals nearby
On the National Register nearby
- Niece Brothers' StoreBuilding · Stanley · 5.1 mi
- Stanley Ranger StationBuilding · Stanley · 5.7 mi
- Ivan W. Day HouseBuilding · Stanley · 8.8 mi
Natural features
Named for the brilliant sockeye salmon that return each year after a 900 mile journey from the sea, Redfish Lake is the largest lake in the Sawtooth National Recreation Area. These fish were in such numbers that it's said the lake would shimmer red. Now endangered, most of the sockeye returning to the lake are bred in the nearby Sawtooth Fish Hatchery. The 217,000 acre Sawtooth Wilderness provides the backdrop for this dramatic setting, including the peaks which frame the lake at its south end: Mount Heyburn at 10,229' (3,118 m) and Grand Mogul at 9,733' (2967 m). Known for clear air, clean water and classic alpine beauty, this wilderness is home to a diversity of wildlife including bald eagles, osprey, elk and deer, gray wolf, mountain goat, and the elusive wolverine.
Recreation
The cabin provides easy access to a variety of recreation opportunities. In the fall, trailheads to Bench Lakes, Redfish Creek, Fishhook Creek, and Marshall Lake, all within half a mile of the cabin, offer access to fabulous hiking or horseback riding. Snowshoeing and cross-country skiing on un-groomed trails near the lake offer excellent opportunities for winter recreation. Quick access to the groomed Stanley to Smiley Creek snowmobile route affords motorized recreation opportunities. Whether its photography, bird watching, climbing a mountain or sitting by the fire with a book, there's an activity for all.
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Reference
Questions people ask
Do I need a reservation at Redfish Cabin?
Sites at Redfish Cabin are reservable on Recreation.gov. Any walk-up sites are listed on the booking page.
Source: Recreation.gov
What time is check-in at Redfish Cabin?
Check-in 2:01 PM, checkout 2:00 PM.
Source: Recreation.gov
How many sites does Redfish Cabin have?
1 site, including 1 cabin with power.
Source: Recreation.gov
Will my RV fit at Redfish Cabin?
The longest site here provides 20 feet of vehicle capacity. Most sites are shorter. The sidebar tool checks a trailer or motorhome length against every site.
Source: Will my RV fit
Are pets allowed at Redfish Cabin?
Yes, pets are allowed at Redfish Cabin. Leash rules apply.
Source: Recreation.gov
What is there to do at Redfish Cabin?
The cabin provides easy access to a variety of recreation opportunities. The Recreation section on this page has the rest.
Source: Recreation
What is the nearest town to Redfish Cabin?
Stanley, Idaho. The nearby small town of Stanley (5 miles north) provides a rural western atmosphere with limited amenities including lodging, dining, fuel and groceries in winter.
Source: Getting there
What if Redfish Cabin is full?
The nearest public campgrounds are Outlet Campground (0.5 mi), Glacier View Campground (0.5 mi), and Mount Heyburn Campground (0.6 mi, first-come).
Source: Campgrounds nearby