Avery Creek Cabin
Avery Creek Cabin is located 20 miles northeast of Kingston, Idaho, along Forest Road 208. The fully furnished three-room cabin is adjacent to the North Fork Coeur d'Alene River on the Coeur d'Alene River Ranger District in the Idaho Panhandle National Forests. The cabin was built between 1926 and 1928 to house Forest Service employees needed for administrative supervision and fire protection. It was built from a standard Forest Service plan known as the firemen's cabin. In 1935, a picnic area was constructed by the Civilian Conservation Corps across the road from the cabin and adjacent to the North Fork of the Coeur d'Alene River.
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Site mix
| Cabins with electric | 1 |
Site guide
1 site. Tap a filter to narrow the list; the map follows.
| Site | Fits, ft | Surface | Shade | People / vehicles | Fires | Pets | Accessible |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| CABIN1 | 50 | Gravel | Partial | 6 / 3 | Yes | No | 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 1:00 PM, checkout 12:00 PM.
Amenities & rules
| Max vehicle length | 12 ft |
| Campfires | Allowed, subject to restrictions |
| Accessibility | Site CABIN1 is listed accessible |
The cabin can accommodate six people and has a living room, kitchenette, bedroom, bathroom and a covered porch. The kitchenette is equipped with an electric range, refrigerator, basic cookware, dishes and utensils. The sink has hot and cold water. Water quality testing is performed regularly. A fold-out couch, dining table and four chairs are in the living room. The cabin has electric baseboard heat. The bathroom has a flush toilet, sink, shower stall and mirror. The bedroom is equipped with a double bed and a set of bunk beds. A picnic table, barbecue grill and campfire ring are provided outside. Four resin chairs are supplied on the front porch. Guests should bring sleeping bags, flashlights, matches and newspaper, a first aid kit and garbage bags. All trash and food must be packed out, and guests are expected to clean the cabin before leaving.
Individual sites vary. Confirm on Recreation.gov or with the managing office.
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Getting there
From I-90, take Exit 43 (Kingston); travel 23 miles north on Forest Highway 9, then continue straight for 3 miles on Forest Road 208 (2-lane paved highway) to Avery Cabin. The cabin is approximately 200 feet past milepost 26. Avery Picnic Area is directly across Forest Road 208. From Coeur d'Alene, travel time is about 1 hour.
| Nearest town | Coeur D'Alene, Idaho |
| Coordinates | 47.6881° N, 115.9267° W · Directions ↗ |
Good to know
- The water is drinkable and supplied by a well system that is not chemically treated.
Fire nearby
- PrescribedD4 Rx Hwy 50 Roadside Salvage
35 mi from the campground
- WildfireNugget Hill
37 mi from the campground · 35 acres
Distance is to the reported incident point, not the fire edge. Call the managing office before you drive.
Supplies & services
| Dump station | Dump station ↗ | 14 mi |
| Outdoor gear | North 40 Outfitters ↗ | 39.9 mi |
| RV sales & service | All Seasons RV ↗ | 40.4 mi |
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Explore
Trails nearby
- 1.5 miHead of Avery Creek 4WD ↗5.7 mi trail · hiking, horse, bike, motorcycle and 3 more
- 1.5 miClee Creek-Bloom Peak 4WD1.2 mi trail · hiking, horse, bike, motorcycle and 3 more
- 1.5 miGeorge Gulch 4WD2.6 mi trail · hiking, horse, bike, motorcycle and 2 more
- 1.7 miBobtail Spur OHV2.8 mi trail · hiking, horse, bike, motorcycle and 2 more
- 1.8 miE.fk. Lost Creek ↗5.3 mi trail · hiking, horse, bike
- 1.8 miLost Creek-State Line ↗7.9 mi trail · hiking, horse, bike
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 Idaho Panhandle National Forests.
- inIdaho Panhandle National Forests ↗National Forest · Forest Service · 2,943,333 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.
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Natural features
Located in the heart of the Coeur d'Alene Mountains along the North Fork of the Coeur d'Alene River, Avery Creek Cabin is situated in a small grassy area surrounded by an evergreen forest at an elevation of 3,000 feet. From lush evergreen mountains to the banks of winding rivers, the Idaho Panhandle National Forests create a tapestry of land and water in northern Idaho. Rich in wildlife, the forest is home to large game such as elk and deer, as well as species such as grizzly bears, wolves and caribou that add to the sense of wildness.
Recreation
Guests can enjoy fishing for cutthroat or rainbow trout in the river. Check Idaho Fish and Game regulations for restrictions. Tubing is also a popular river activity. Hikers can enjoy a short hike to Centennial Falls. Non-motorized trails in the area include Lost Creek Trail, Settler's Grove Botanical Area and Shoshone Ridge. Motorized trails include Graham and Coal Creek. These trail systems require some travel, but offer a variety of opportunities for outdoor enthusiasts.
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Reference
Questions people ask
Do I need a reservation at Avery Creek Cabin?
Sites at Avery Creek 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 Avery Creek Cabin?
Check-in 1:00 PM, checkout 12:00 PM.
Source: Recreation.gov
How many sites does Avery Creek Cabin have?
1 site, including 1 cabin with power.
Source: Recreation.gov
Will my RV fit at Avery Creek Cabin?
The longest site here provides 12 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 there showers or a dump station at Avery Creek Cabin?
The bathroom has a flush toilet, sink, shower stall and mirror.
Source: Recreation.gov
Can I have a campfire at Avery Creek Cabin?
Fires are allowed in the provided rings under normal conditions. As of 2026-10-16, there are 2 active fires within 50 miles, so check current restrictions before you light one.
Source: Fire nearby
Are there accessible sites at Avery Creek Cabin?
Site CABIN1 is listed accessible on Recreation.gov. What that covers (a paved pad, an accessible table, a nearby accessible restroom) is on each site's booking page.
Source: Recreation.gov
What is there to do at Avery Creek Cabin?
Guests can enjoy fishing for cutthroat or rainbow trout in the river. The Recreation section on this page has the rest.
Source: Recreation
What is the nearest town to Avery Creek Cabin?
Coeur D'Alene, Idaho.
Source: Getting there
What if Avery Creek Cabin is full?
The nearest public campgrounds are Kit Price (5.2 mi, partly first-come), Devils Elbow (6.8 mi), and Berlin Flats (6.8 mi).
Source: Campgrounds nearby