Barber Flat Cabin
The Barber Flat Cabin site was established for administrative use by the Forest Service in 1923, and was used prior to that by the Barber Lumber Company. At the time, the Forest Service used a cabin already on-site as a guard station and then built a new one in 1927. The current cabin and outbuildings were built by the Civilian Conservation Corps in 1935, and the cabin today looks much as it did back then. Guests can drive to Barber Flat Cabin in two-wheel drive passenger cars or trucks, although the roads may occasionally be rough. The cabin provides most of the conveniences needed for a comfortable stay.
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| Site | Entry | Surface | Shade | Water / sewer | People / vehicles | Fires |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Pull-through | Gravel | Partial | No / No | 6 / 3 | 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 2:00 PM, checkout 11:00 AM.
Amenities & rules
| Pets | Allowed |
| Campfires | Allowed, subject to restrictions |
The cabin can sleep six people on two futons and one bunkbed. The kitchen is equipped with a table and chairs, cookware, dishes, utensils, a propane stove, refrigerator and sink with hot water. The bathroom has a sink, bathtub and flush toilet. A wood stove is provided for heat and firewood may be gathered from the surrounding forest. A picnic table and campfire ring with benches are located outside. Limited bear-proof trash recepticles are located at the back of the cabin. Please be mindful and try to pack-out as much as you are able to. The cabin has no electricity, so please plan accordingly and bring your own light sources. Bedding, pillows and towels are not provided. Guests are asked to please use provided cleaning supplies to clean the cabin upon checkout.
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Getting there
From Idaho City, take State Highway 21 for 2 miles to Granite Creek Road #327. Turn right and travel approximately 25 miles to the cabin. The road becomes North Fork Boise River Road. Please drive carefully as this road is heavily traveled. occasionally narrow, and often in rough condition.
| Nearest town | Idaho City, Idaho |
| Coordinates | 43.8219° N, 115.5367° W · Directions ↗ |
Fire nearby
- PrescribedRx Lowman Wui
20 mi from the campground
- PrescribedParadise Rx
34 mi from the campground
Distance is to the reported incident point, not the fire edge. Call the managing office before you drive.
Supplies & services
| Dump station | Dump station ↗ | 32.9 mi |
| Outdoor gear | Bob Greenwood's Ski Haus ↗ | 35.7 mi |
| RV sales & service | Allan Marsh Travel Center ↗ | 38 mi |
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Explore
Worth a stop
- 2.2 miLower Crooked River Trailhead ↗Trailhead
- 6.2 miSheep Mountain Trailhead ↗Trailhead
Trails nearby
- 0.4 miBarber Flat3.6 mi trail · hiking, horse, bike, motorcycle and 1 more
- 0.6 miHungarian Ridge ↗10.7 mi trail · hiking, horse, bike, motorcycle and 1 more
- 2.2 miCrooked River ↗11.4 mi trail · hiking, horse, bike
- 3.1 miGrand Mountain ↗9.4 mi trail · hiking, horse, bike, motorcycle and 1 more
- 3.3 miPlantation3 mi trail · hiking, horse, bike, motorcycle and 1 more
- 3.9 miBrowns Creek ↗8.1 mi trail · hiking, horse, bike, motorcycle and 2 more
Trailheads within three miles
- 2.2 miLower Crooked River Trailhead ↗Boise 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 Boise National Forest.
- inBoise National Forest ↗National Forest · Forest Service · 2,526,862 acres
- 7 miSawtooth National Forest ↗National Forest · Forest Service · 2,190,139 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
Natural features
Barber Flat Cabin is situated near the North Fork Boise River among towering Ponderosa pines at an elevation of about 4,300 feet. The cabin is surrounded by the Boise Mountains and tucked beneath Hungarian Ridge. Osprey nests are a common sight around Barber Flat. Visitors to this area may see other wildlife, such as mule deer, Rocky Mountain elk, chukars, wild turkeys, eagles and the occasional black bear or wolf.
Recreation
Several multi-use trails run east and west from the cabin. Hikers and mountain bikers can access the Barber Flat Trailhead nearby, and the Hungarian/Sunset Trail is located just across the road about 200 yards north of the cabin. Other trails in the area include the Beaver Creek/Grand Mountain Trail and the Short Creek Trail, which is known as a haven for nesting ospreys. The river offers great rainbow trout fishing and many swimming holes. Seasonal big game hunting is another popular pastime in the surrounding area.
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Reference
Questions people ask
Do I need a reservation at Barber Flat Cabin?
Sites at Barber Flat 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 Barber Flat Cabin?
Check-in 2:00 PM, checkout 11:00 AM.
Source: Recreation.gov
How many sites does Barber Flat Cabin have?
1 site, including 1 cabin.
Source: Recreation.gov
Are there showers or a dump station at Barber Flat Cabin?
The bathroom has a sink, bathtub and flush toilet.
Source: Recreation.gov
Are pets allowed at Barber Flat Cabin?
Yes, pets are allowed at Barber Flat Cabin. Leash rules apply.
Source: Recreation.gov
Can I have a campfire at Barber Flat 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 Barber Flat Cabin?
Several multi-use trails run east and west from the cabin. The Recreation section on this page has the rest.
Source: Recreation
What is the nearest town to Barber Flat Cabin?
Idaho City, Idaho.
Source: Getting there
What if Barber Flat Cabin is full?
The nearest public campgrounds are Black Rock (3.1 mi, partly first-come), Ninemeyer Campground (4.8 mi, first-come), and Troutdale Campground (8.5 mi, first-come).
Source: Campgrounds nearby