Barber Flat Cabin (Boise National Forest, Id)
The Barber Flat Cabin (Boise National Forest, Id) location is in Idaho City, Idaho
83631. This page provides detailed contact information for this campground location including the campground phone number, office hours, reservation information and driving directions.
If you have any questions about the Barber Flat Cabin (Boise National Forest, Id) facility, or if you need to reserve a campsite, then call the campground listed below.
Address
P.O. Box 129
Idaho City
Idaho
83631
Phone number
Campground information Idaho City, Idaho
Overview
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.
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.
Facilities
The cabin can sleep six people on two bunkbeds and a futon, and mattresses are provided. 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. Trash and recycle bins are behind the cabin.
The cabin has no electricity. Bedding, pillows and towels are not provided. Guests should use the broom and dustpan provided to tidy up the cabin before leaving.
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.
Frequently Asked Questions About P.O. Box 129 Idaho City, ID
How do I make a reservation with Barber Flat Cabin (Boise National Forest, Id)?
To make reservations at Barber Flat Cabin (Boise National Forest, Id), you can call the office at .
Where is Barber Flat Cabin (Boise National Forest, Id) located?
The Barber Flat Cabin (Boise National Forest, Id) is located at P.O. Box 129 in Idaho City,
. This is the location you will need to go to for camping and information.
Does Barber Flat Cabin (Boise National Forest, Id) have tent or RV camping?
Barber Flat Cabin (Boise National Forest, Id) offers both tent and RV camping, but to confirm you will need to call the office at to make sure things haven’t changed.