Cold Springs Cabin - Ochoco NF (OR)

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Ochoco National Forest

Cabin / lookout rental · USDA Forest Service · Ochoco National Forest Fees: $90 per night, with a maximum of eight occupants. Season: May to October Status: closed Reservations: Reservations may be made up to 6 months in advance, but not less than 1 day in advance. The maximum length stay is fourteen consecutive nights. To make reservations call 1-877-444-6777 or visit… Overview Cold Springs Guard Station, constructed in 1934, is a historic site tucked into the Ochoco National Forest. It served a special role as the switchboard station connecting phone calls between various fire lookouts and guard stations during the summer months, as well as housing for the fire guard and his family. The current cabin replaced an earlier one that was destroyed by fire. Cold Springs Guard Station continued to be used by Forest Service employees into the 1990s, and remnants of its past can still be seen today. This is the perfect destination for guests wanting the creature comforts of a home while in a rustic, natural setting. This cabin is can be reserved from mid-May through mid-October, and it accommodates up to eight people. Recreation Wildlife watching and wildflower viewing are the primary recreational activities in this area. Nearby activities include mountain… Getting there: From Prineville, Oregon: Travel approximately 13 miles east on Highway 26. Turn right at the junction to Ochoco Ranger Station (County Road 123), and travel 8 miles to the junction of Forest Service Roads 22 and 42. Stay right to merge onto Forest Service Road 42 and then travel approximately 19 more miles. Just after crossing the North Fork of the Crooked River turn left onto Forest Service Road 30 and travel approximately 1.5 miles. Turn right onto Forest Service Road 100 at the signs to Cold… Rules: - No smoking - Pets permitted outside only - No domestic livestock are allowed at this site (horses, llamas, etc.) - No RVs or camp trailers are allowed at this site Please contact the Ranger District prior to arriving at the cabin rental to check on any additional information regarding the condition of fire closures, roads, weather etc. Phone: (541) 416-6500 Official page: https://www.recreation.gov/camping/campgrounds/234136 Source: Recreation.gov, USDA Forest Service. Fees and seasons change; check the official page before you go. Photos: USFS, Recreation.gov