Fernow Cabin
The Fernow Cabin location is in Flagstaff, Arizona
86004. 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 Fernow Cabin facility, or if you need to reserve a campsite, then call the campground listed below.
Address
5075 N. Hwy 89
Flagstaff
Arizona
86004
Phone number
928-526-0866
Campground information Flagstaff, Arizona
Overview
Fernow Cabin offers a quaint, forested retreat near Flagstaff and Sedona, in central Arizona. The rustic, three-bedroom log cabin is a retired U.S. Forest Service guard station constructed in the 1970s to house firefighters during wildfire season. Now, it offers groups of up to eight people a unique recreation opportunity in a beautiful Southwest setting.
The cabin can be accessed by passenger vehicle, however caution required for the last mile; high clearanance recommended. Roads are not always maintained after each weather event. Guests are responsible for their own travel arrangements and safety, and must bring several of their own amenities.
Recreation
The area is a hub for hiking, mountain biking and off-road vehicle riding. The cabin is adjacent to the Sycamore Canyon and Red Rock/Secret Mountain Wilderness areas, which boast numerous hiking trails. Bikes and off-road vehicles are only allowed on designated roads and trails.
Flora, fauna and unique rock formations in the surrounding area also present excellent opportunities for photography.
Facilities
The cabin has running water from mid-May through mid-October. It also has an indoor shower, hot water heater, solar lights, a small dining area, kitchen, two bedrooms, a loft, wood stove and covered porch. It is furnished with beds and mattresses, dressers and a small dining table with chairs. There is no electricity available. If visiting before mid-May or after mid-October, guests must bring their own water.
The kitchen includes a stove, oven, small refrigerator, pots, pans, utensils, dishes, coffee pot. The vault toilet is a short walking distance from the cabin, and an outdoor campfire circle and grill are also provided. The ramp to the front porch is accessible. Firewood and propane are provided (click here for more cabin details ).
Visitors must bring their own sheets (two double beds and four single beds) and blankets, or sleeping bags, flashlights, towels, garbage bags, dish soap, dish towels, extra firewood, an axe for splitting wood, and matches and newspaper for lighting the wood stove. There are two picnic tables outside. Lawn chairs are not provided, but are a nice treat for summer months.
Natural Features
The site lies in a ponderosa pine forest on the Mogollon Rim, a 200-mile slope that ranges between 5,000 and 7,000 feet in elevation. At an elevation of 6,656 feet, the cabin is fairly isolated, offering a private location for visitors to enjoy nature.
The area is characterized by warm summer days and cool nights, with afternoon thunderstorms common from mid-June through mid-September.
Nearby Attractions
The nearby city of Flagstaff offers ample lodging, shopping and dining opportunities. Grand Canyon National Park is about a two-hour drive northwest of the cabin.
Frequently Asked Questions About 5075 N. Hwy 89 Flagstaff, AZ
How do I make a reservation with Fernow Cabin?
To make reservations at Fernow Cabin, you can call the office at 928-526-0866.
Rates are $75 per night between April 9 and May 15, and Oct.16 through Nov. 13. Water rates are $125 per night between May 16 and Oct. 15.
Where is Fernow Cabin located?
The Fernow Cabin is located at 5075 N. Hwy 89 in Flagstaff,
. This is the location you will need to go to for camping and information.
Does Fernow Cabin have tent or RV camping?
Fernow Cabin offers both tent and RV camping, but to confirm you will need to call the office at 928-526-0866 to make sure things haven’t changed.