Sycamore Cabin
Sycamore Cabin provides a unique recreation opportunity and lodging experience for visitors to Prescott National Forest. In 1938, the Civilian Conservation Corps constructed the cabin, which served as a residence for the district ranger and later, as housing for fire crews during fire season. The cabin's capacity is up to eight people, however sleeping accommodations within the cabin are for six. A Recreational Vehicle (RV) is permitted for the additional two people. An extra vehicle fee will be charged for the RV.
Check availability on Recreation.gov ↗
Site mix
| Cabins with electric | 1 |
Site guide
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| Site | Surface | Shade | Water / sewer | People / vehicles |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 001 | Gravel | Partial | Yes / Yes | 8 / 2 |
Per-site records as published by the managing agency on Recreation.gov. Blank cells mean the agency listed nothing for that site. Check-in 2:00 PM, checkout 11:00 AM.
Amenities & rules
| Fees | An extra vehicle fee of $25 will be charged for an RV. |
Sycamore Cabin is enclosed by a fenced yard and is equipped with running water, electricity, a wood stove, gas heating and air-conditioning. The cabin has a maximum capacity of up to eight people, however it is only furnished with beds for up to six, including one double bed and four twin bunk beds. The additional two people are permitted only if a Recreational Vehicle (RV) is used.There is an additional fee for the RV. The kitchen has basic amenities including a sink, electric range, refrigerator, some cooking gear and a table with chairs. The bathroom has a flush toilet and shower. Although the cabin has several amenities, guests must provide a few of their own supplies, including food, sleeping bags, linens, towels, dish soap, matches, a first aid kit, toilet paper and garbage bags. It is recommended that guests bring an additional light source in case of emergencies. There is room for up to four horses permitted on-site. A corral area and open space to tether or hobble horses is available. The renter must supply the certified weed-free feed for the horses and clean up after the horses.
Individual sites vary. Confirm on Recreation.gov or with the managing office.
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Getting there
From Phoenix, take I-17 north about 80 miles to Exit 268, the Dugas/Orme Road exit. Go east toward Dugas. You will be on Forest Service Road 68. Travel east 8 miles continuing past Dugas for half a mile and then turn right (south) at the "Sycamore A.S." (Forest Service Road 68F) road sign. Continue 1 mile to the cabin.
| Nearest town | Camp Verde, Arizona |
| Coordinates | 34.3519° N, 111.9703° W · Directions ↗ |
Fire nearby
- PrescribedNewman Piles Rx
49 mi from the campground · 751 acres
- PrescribedNewman 2 Piles Rx
49 mi from the campground · 723 acres
Distance is to the reported incident point, not the fire edge. Call the managing office before you drive.
Supplies & services
| RV sales & service | Little Dealer Little Prices ↗ | 25.2 mi |
| Dump station | Dump station ↗ | 27.9 mi |
| Outdoor gear | REI ↗ | 29.9 mi |
Locations © OpenStreetMap contributors. Call ahead; hours change seasonally.
Explore
Worth a stop
- 11.1 mi
- 11.8 miBig Bug Trailhead ↗Trailhead
Trails nearby
- 2.7 miCottonwood3.5 mi trail · hiking, horse, bike, ATV and 1 more
- 3 miYellow Jacket1.4 mi trail · hiking, horse, bike, ATV and 1 more
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
Agua Fria begins about 3.8 miles away, and it is the closest of these.
- 3.8 miAgua Fria ↗National Conservation Lands unit · Bureau of Land Management · 72,510 acres
- 6.2 miCedar Bench Wilderness ↗Wilderness · Forest Service · 16,009 acres
- 7.3 miPine Mountain Wilderness ↗Wilderness · Forest Service · 20,053 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
- Sycamore Ranger StationBuilding · Camp Verde · 0 mi
- Copper Creek Guard StationBuilding · Black Canyon City · 9.5 mi
- Clear Creek ChurchBuilding · Camp Verde · 14.4 mi
Natural features
Sycamore Cabin is located at an elevation of 4,000 feet and enjoys moderate climate and temperatures year round. The cabin sits on the edge of Sycamore Creek, providing an opportunity to explore a unique riparian area just outside the back door. Dense populations of mule deer and javelina inhabit this area, along with a few mountain lions, bobcats, black bears, coyotes, rabbits, foxes, skunks, and badgers. Snakes and lizards live here, and numerous birds soar overhead, including doves, quail, hawks, owls, ravens, jays, and many smaller species.
Recreation
Anglers will appreciate the streams and rivers near Sycamore Cabin. Many offer seasonal fishing with rainbow trout, channel catfish and bullhead. Hikers have plenty of opportunities to explore the area on several local trails. A section of The Great Western Trail is nearby as well. The area is rich in history, including that of several Native American tribes and the mining industry.
Guidebooks for Arizona
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- Best Backpacking Trips in Utah, Arizona, and New MexicoMike White and Douglas Lorain, 2016Find at Bookshop.org
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Reference
Questions people ask
Do I need a reservation at Sycamore Cabin?
Sites at Sycamore Cabin are reservable on Recreation.gov. Any walk-up sites are listed on the booking page.
Source: Recreation.gov
How much does it cost to camp at Sycamore Cabin?
An extra vehicle fee of $25 will be charged for an RV.
Source: Recreation.gov
What time is check-in at Sycamore Cabin?
Check-in 2:00 PM, checkout 11:00 AM.
Source: Recreation.gov
How many sites does Sycamore Cabin have?
1 site, including 1 cabin with power.
Source: Recreation.gov
Does Sycamore Cabin have hookups?
Yes, water and sewer hookups at some sites.
Source: Recreation.gov
Are there showers or a dump station at Sycamore Cabin?
The bathroom has a flush toilet and shower.
Source: Recreation.gov
What is there to do at Sycamore Cabin?
Anglers will appreciate the streams and rivers near Sycamore Cabin. The Recreation section on this page has the rest.
Source: Recreation
What is the nearest town to Sycamore Cabin?
Camp Verde, Arizona.
Source: Getting there
What if Sycamore Cabin is full?
The nearest public campgrounds are Clear Creek Campground (16.3 mi, partly first-come), Powell Springs Campground (16.6 mi, first-come), and Turney Gulch Group (21.8 mi).
Source: Campgrounds nearby