Aspen Cabin
Historic Aspen Cabin is nestled in a forest of fir, pine, and aspen, and provides an ideal setting for guests seeking relaxation and recreation in the Fremont-Winema National Forest. It was built in 1930 and originally used as an administrative cabin and fire guard station by U.S. Forest Service employees. It also served as a warming shelter for snowmobilers and cross-country skiers during the 1990s. Today, the cabin offers guests a secluded getaway in a landscape abundant with wildlife and nature. Although the cabin provides some amenities to those seeking a comfortable lodging experience, guests must bring several of their own amenities.
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Site mix
| Cabins | 1 |
Site guide
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| Site | Shade | People / vehicles | Fires |
|---|---|---|---|
| 001 | Full | 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 12:00 PM.
Amenities & rules
| Pets | Allowed |
The one-room cabin is designed to accommodate up to four people and is furnished with four cots, a dining table and chairs, countertop space for food preparation and a wood stove for heating. Also a broom, dustpan, dust mop, basic cleaning supplies and an axe. A picnic table and campfire ring are located outdoors, as well as a pit toilet. There is no water on-site, so guests must bring a sufficient supply for drinking, cooking and washing. Guests may fill water jugs at Mud Creek Campground approximately 1.5 miles away. Guests must also provide their own sleeping bags, sleeping pads, towels, dish soap, matches, cooking gear and a first aid kit. The Forest Service does not provide firewood but there is ample down and dead wood in the surrounding area. Cutting down standing trees for firewood is prohibited.
Individual sites vary. Confirm on Recreation.gov or with the managing office.
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Getting there
From Lakeview, drive 6 miles north on Highway 395 and turn right (east) on Highway 140. Drive for 8 miles on Highway 140 and turn left on Forest Road 3615. Drive 7.5 miles on Forest Road 3615 to arrive at the cabin. The entire route to the cabin is paved and easily accessible.
| Nearest town | Lakeview, Oregon |
| Coordinates | 42.2913° N, 120.1937° W · Directions ↗ |
Supplies & services
| Dump station | Dump station ↗ | 21.5 mi |
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Explore
Worth a stop
Warner Canyon Ski area is typically open when conditions allow. Fremont National Recreation Trail is over 100 miles long and offers non-motorized opportunities (biking, stock, hiking).
- 2.2 miSouth Fork Crooked Creek Trailhead ↗Trailhead
- 6.5 miSwale Trailhead ↗Trailhead
Trails nearby
- 0.5 miSpur to Drake Peak ↗6 mi trail · snowmobile, snowshoe, ski
- 1.9 miSpur AT Walker TH3.1 mi trail · snowmobile, snowshoe, ski
- 2.2 miCrane Mtn. Nat'L Rec Trail ↗28.5 mi trail · hiking, horse, bike · national_recreation_or_other
- 3.3 miSpur on Rd 3720 ↗6.2 mi trail · snowmobile, snowshoe, ski
- 4.9 miWarner Nordic Ski Trail ↗11.5 mi trail · snowshoe, ski
Trailheads within three miles
- 2.2 miSouth Fork Crooked Creek Trailhead ↗Fremont-Winema National Forest · Season 06/15 to 09/15; 09/16-06/14 Open with reduced services
- 2.8 miWalker Trailhead ↗Fremont-Winema National Forest · Season 06/15 to 09/15; 09/16-06/14 Open with reduced services
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
Fremont-Winema National Forest begins about 10.6 miles away, and it is the closest of these.
- 10.6 miFremont-Winema National Forest ↗National Forest · Forest Service · 2,815,968 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
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On the National Register nearby
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- Alger TheatreBuilding · Lakeview · 10.5 mi
Natural features
Fremont National Forest is known for its towering snow-capped peaks, volcanic landscapes, wide-open sage basins, scenic vistas and wild places, where guests can still find solitude. The area around the cabin is home to abundant wildlife, including deer, elk and squirrels. For birders to the area, sparrows, jays, sandhill cranes and woodpeckers find habitat in nearby ecosystems. Indian paintbrush, camas, wild lilies and other wildflowers add splashes of color to the forested landscape.
Recreation
Aspen Cabin is a wonderful location for hiking, fishing, horseback riding and biking in summer and early fall. In the winter months, guests can take advantage of skiing, snowshoeing and snowmobiling. Hikers will find scenic trails near the cabin, including Crane Mountain National Recreation Trail, located 3 miles to the southwest and at the Walker Trailhead. The Drake McDowell Semi-Primitive Non-Motorized Area is just 2 miles to the east.
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Reference
Questions people ask
Do I need a reservation at Aspen Cabin?
Sites at Aspen 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 Aspen Cabin?
Check-in 2:00 PM, checkout 12:00 PM.
Source: Recreation.gov
How many sites does Aspen Cabin have?
1 site, including 1 cabin.
Source: Recreation.gov
Are pets allowed at Aspen Cabin?
Yes, pets are allowed at Aspen Cabin. Leash rules apply.
Source: Recreation.gov
What is there to do at Aspen Cabin?
Aspen Cabin is a wonderful location for hiking, fishing, horseback riding and biking in summer and early fall. The Recreation section on this page has the rest.
Source: Recreation
What is the nearest town to Aspen Cabin?
Lakeview, Oregon. Warner Canyon Ski area is typically open when conditions allow.
Source: Getting there
What if Aspen Cabin is full?
The nearest public campgrounds are Mud Creek Campground (0.9 mi, first-come), Can Springs Campground (6.3 mi, first-come), and Vee Lake Trailhead/Campground (9.2 mi, first-come).
Source: Campgrounds nearby