Jumpup Cabin
Since the 1900s, Jumpup cabin has been used by ranchers as well as the Forest Service, and is listed on the National Register of Historic Places. The site consists of a historic two-room cabin, shed and composting toilet.
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Site mix
| Cabins | 1 |
Site guide
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| Site | People / vehicles | Fires | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|
| 01 | 8 / 2 | Yes | Basic |
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
| Max vehicle length | 20 ft |
| Campfires | Allowed, subject to restrictions |
Jumpup cabin is a rustic log structure with an open concept, divided into two distinct areas. A main living and cooking area which has a table and chairs, wood burning stove (the sole source of heat) and a small kitchenette with a wash tub. There is no electricity, running water or propane. Lanterns and cooking supplies are provided. The second room is a bunk room with two sets of double-over-double bunk beds. Guests will need to bring their own linens or sleeping bags. Guests must also provide their own water and fire wood. Outside there is an open air composting toilet, a fire ring and a picnic table. This site is a pack-it-out site. Guests should be prepared to do light cleaning prior to leaving to help prevent rodent issues.
Individual sites vary. Confirm on Recreation.gov or with the managing office.
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Getting there
From Fredonia. Travel on 89a towards Jacob Lake approx. 2 miles then turn right on FR22. Continue to the intersection of Forest Road 447. Turn right on Forest Road 447 and continue for approximately four (4) to the junction of Forest Road 234.
| Nearest town | Fredonia, Arizona |
| Coordinates | 36.5850° N, 112.5469° W · Directions ↗ |
Supplies & services
| Outdoor gear | Willow Canyon Outdoor ↗ | 31.7 mi |
| Dump station | Dump station ↗ | 32.7 mi |
| RV sales & service | Gander RV ↗ | 58.8 mi |
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Trails nearby
- under 0.1 miRanger ↗25.9 mi trail · hiking, horse
- 1.4 miGooseneck4.1 mi trail · hiking, horse
- 3.7 miJumpup/Nail ↗6.9 mi trail · hiking, horse
- 4.1 miHorse Spring Trail3.9 mi trail · hiking, horse
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 Kanab Creek Wilderness.
- inKanab Creek Wilderness ↗Wilderness · BLM/FS · 68,231 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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- Big Springs Ranger StationBuilding · Big Springs · 11 mi
Natural features
With a panoramic view of Kanab Creek Wilderness, the cabin sits on the edge of Jumpup canyon. From the front door you take in a wide open expanse of red rock descending into canyon walls below, lined with juniper, pinyon, yuccas, sage and cliffrose. With an elevation of 5,500 feet and a predominantly southern exposure, this site is hotter and drier than many other areas in the forest. There is no water at the cabin site, but a short.25-mile hike down the Ranger trail will take you to Lower Jumpup spring, a perennial spring configured to a holding tank.
Recreation
Jumpup cabin is located at the trailhead for the Ranger trail, a 17-mile wilderness trail that winds through Kanab Creek. Hiking this area is very popular in the spring and fall months, but is discouraged during the hottest summer months. Water is scarce and some route-finding is required.
Nearby
Located 2 hours from the North Rim of Grand Canyon National Park, 2.5 hours from Zion National Park, and 2 hours from the scenic gateway community of Kanab, Utah, the Kaibab National Forest is situated ideally for traveling throughout the grand circle.
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Reference
Questions people ask
Do I need a reservation at Jumpup Cabin?
Sites at Jumpup 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 Jumpup Cabin?
Check-in 2:00 PM, checkout 11:00 AM.
Source: Recreation.gov
How many sites does Jumpup Cabin have?
1 site, including 1 cabin.
Source: Recreation.gov
Will my RV fit at Jumpup Cabin?
The longest site here provides 20 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
Can I have a campfire at Jumpup Cabin?
Fires are allowed in the provided rings under normal conditions.
Source: Recreation.gov
What is there to do at Jumpup Cabin?
Jumpup cabin is located at the trailhead for the Ranger trail, a 17-mile wilderness trail that winds through Kanab Creek. The Recreation section on this page has the rest.
Source: Recreation
What is the nearest town to Jumpup Cabin?
Fredonia, Arizona. Located 2 hours from the North Rim of Grand Canyon National Park, 2.5 hours from Zion National Park, and 2 hours from the scenic gateway community of Kanab, Utah, the Kaibab National Forest is situated ideally for traveling throughout the grand circle.
Source: Getting there
What if Jumpup Cabin is full?
The nearest public campgrounds are Jacob Lake Recreation Area (20.3 mi), Jacob Lake Group Campground & Picnic Site (20.3 mi, first-come), and Demotte (25.9 mi).
Source: Campgrounds nearby