Cabin rental · U.S. Forest Service · Boise National Forest · Idaho City, ID

Beaver Creek Cabin

The Beaver Creek Cabin site was established for administrative use in 1912. The current dwelling was built in the 1930s by the Civilian Conservation Corps using standard blueprints for that time. Beaver Creek Cabin is open year-round. It's accessible by car in the summer months and by snowshoes or cross-country skis in winter. Guests arriving in winter should park at the Whoop-Um-Up Park N' Ski Area (permit required) and access the 1.5 mile Pilgrim Trail to reach the cabin. The trail is moderately difficult in normal conditions, and guests are responsible for their own safety. The cabin offers many creature comforts for an enjoyable stay.

Cabin rentalReservable · Recreation.gov1 sitePets okFires okTents only
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A white cabin in the woods.A twin sized mattress with storage underneath.A white cabin in the woods.BEAVER CREEK CABIN (ID)
Photos courtesy of Peggy Nance / USDA Forest Service · Recreation.gov
2fires
active
Rx Lowman Wui (prescribed burn) · 12 mi away
1 more within 50 miles
Incident details ↓

Site mix

Cabins1
This cabin is booked as a single unit on Recreation.gov. The booking page shows which dates are open and how far ahead they release. How the booking window works

Site guide

1 site. Tap a filter to narrow the list; the map follows.

SiteEntrySurfaceShadeWater / sewerPeople / vehiclesFires
1Pull-throughGravelPartialNo / No4 / 3Yes

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

EquipmentTents
PetsAllowed
CampfiresAllowed, subject to restrictions
FeesCall the Idaho City Ranger District at 208-392-6681, at least 24-48 hours in advance of reservation date to get door entry combination. No water is available in the cabin from October through May. No garbage service in winter months; trash must be packed out. Maximum occupancy is 6 people.

The cabin can accommodate a maximum of four people with two twin beds with mattresses and one futon in the living room (bedding not provided). The kitchen is equipped with a sink, table, chairs, propane oven, and propane fridge (summer months only). A picnic table and campfire ring are located outside. Limited bear-proof trash recepticles are located at the back of the cabin (summer months only). Please be mindful and try to pack-out as much as you are able to. A wood stove provides heat. Be prepared to collect firewood during the summer months. Firewood is available November- April in the woodshed. Be prepared to split your own wood. The indoor bathroom is open in the summer and equipped with a sink, flush toilet and shower. An outhouse with vault toilet is available for winter use. Water is only available from May 20th through early October. The cabin does not have electricity, so guests must bring their own light sources along with extra batteries or propane.

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Season & status

ForestBoise National Forest
BookingReservations and fees can be found at Beaver Creek cabin on rec.gov or by calling 877-444-6777. Cabin guests should call the Idaho City Ranger Station at 208-392-6681 to get the entry code for the…
FeesCall the Idaho City Ranger District at 208-392-6681, at least 24-48 hours in advance of reservation date to get door entry combination. No water is available in the cabin from October through May. No garbage service in winter months; trash must be packed out. Maximum occupancy is 6 people.

Boise National Forest recreation page ↗

Weather by month

NOAA climate normals →
Weather by month near Beaver Creek Cabin20°30°40°50°60°70°JanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanuary: 24.8°F averageFebruary: 28.9°F averageMarch: 36.9°F averageApril: 43.3°F averageMay: 51.5°F averageJune: 58.9°F averageJuly: 65.7°F averageAugust: 63.7°F averageSeptember: 56.2°F averageOctober: 44.3°F averageNovember: 32.4°F averageDecember: 24.7°F averageTemp °F
The line is the average temperature at Lowman, 8 miles from the campground at 3,920 feet, station USC00105414 in the NOAA monthly climate normals for 1991 to 2020.

Getting there

In summer: from Idaho City, travel 20 miles northeast on State Highway 21. Turn right on Forest Road #362 and travel 0.5 miles to the cabin. In autumn, it's important to take the southern entrance to Forest Road #362, about a mile past Edna Creek Campground.

Nearest townIdaho City, Idaho
Coordinates43.9672° N, 115.6133° W · Directions ↗

Fire nearby

  • Prescribed
    Rx Lowman Wui

    12 mi from the campground

  • Prescribed
    Paradise Rx

    41 mi from the campground

Distance is to the reported incident point, not the fire edge. Call the managing office before you drive.

Supplies & services

Outdoor gearBob Greenwood's Ski Haus ↗37.2 mi
RV sales & serviceAllan Marsh Travel Center ↗39.4 mi

Locations © OpenStreetMap contributors. Call ahead; hours change seasonally.

Explore

Worth a stop

State Highway 21 is known as the Ponderosa Pine Scenic Byway. This 131-mile route starts in Boise and meanders through Boise, Salmon-Challis and Sawtooth National Forests with several points of interest along the way.

Trails nearby

Forest Service trail data →
  • 0.2 mi
    Beaver ↗
    7.6 mi trail · hiking, horse, bike, snowshoe and 1 more
  • 0.4 mi
    Beaver Creek
    0.9 mi trail · hiking, horse, bike
  • 0.5 mi
    Wagon
    1.6 mi trail · hiking, horse, bike, snowshoe and 1 more
  • 0.6 mi
    Edna/Rock Creek ↗
    24 mi trail · snowmobile, snowshoe, ski
  • 0.8 mi
    Lower Lamar
    2.5 mi trail · hiking, horse, bike, snowshoe and 1 more
  • 0.8 mi
    Rocky Ridge Yurt Access
    0.9 mi trail · hiking, horse, bike, snowshoe and 1 more

Trailheads within three miles

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

On Wilderness Atlas →

This campground sits inside Boise National Forest.

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.

Natural features

A mixed-growth pine forest surrounds the area, offering pretty scenery and partial shade. Several creeks and rivers flow nearby, the closest being Beaver Creek. The cabin is nestled within the Boise Mountain Range at an elevation of 5,100 feet. Beavers are a common sight in this area, and several beaver ponds are nearby. Other wildlife includes mule deer, Rocky Mountain elk, chukars, wild turkeys, eagles and the occasional black bear or wolf.

Recreation

Numerous hiking, biking, horse, off-road vehicle and motorcycle trails are in the vicinity.During the winter months, miles of cross-country ski and snowshoe trails are right out the front door. The Crooked River, Beaver Creek and beaver ponds all offer good rainbow, brook and cutthroat trout fishing. The 1-mile Beaver Creek Trail leads to the Crooked River and several small swimming holes. Good hunting can be found in this area in season.

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Reference

Questions people ask

Do I need a reservation at Beaver Creek Cabin?

Sites at Beaver Creek Cabin are reservable on Recreation.gov. Reservations and fees can be found at Beaver Creek cabin on rec.gov or by calling 877-444-6777. Any walk-up sites are listed on the booking page.

Source: Recreation.gov

How much does it cost to camp at Beaver Creek Cabin?

Call the Idaho City Ranger District at 208-392-6681, at least 24-48 hours in advance of reservation date to get door entry combination. No water is available in the cabin from October through May. No garbage service in winter months; trash must be packed out.

Source: Recreation.gov

What time is check-in at Beaver Creek Cabin?

Check-in 2:00 PM, checkout 11:00 AM.

Source: Recreation.gov

How many sites does Beaver Creek Cabin have?

1 site, including 1 cabin.

Source: Recreation.gov

Can I bring an RV to Beaver Creek Cabin?

Beaver Creek Cabin is listed for tents only.

Source: Recreation.gov

Are there showers or a dump station at Beaver Creek Cabin?

The indoor bathroom is open in the summer and equipped with a sink, flush toilet and shower.

Source: Recreation.gov

Are pets allowed at Beaver Creek Cabin?

Yes, pets are allowed at Beaver Creek Cabin. Leash rules apply.

Source: Recreation.gov

Can I have a campfire at Beaver 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

What is there to do at Beaver Creek Cabin?

Numerous hiking, biking, horse, off-road vehicle and motorcycle trails are in the vicinity.During the winter months, miles of cross-country ski and snowshoe trails are right out the front door. The Recreation section on this page has the rest.

Source: Recreation

What is the nearest town to Beaver Creek Cabin?

Idaho City, Idaho. State Highway 21 is known as the Ponderosa Pine Scenic Byway.

Source: Getting there

What if Beaver Creek Cabin is full?

The nearest public campgrounds are Whoop Um Up Campground (Equestrian) (2.8 mi, first-come), Willow Creek Campground (Idaho City) (4.1 mi, first-come), and Hayfork Group CG (5.8 mi, partly first-come).

Source: Campgrounds nearby