Walker Cabin

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Nez Perce-Clearwater National Forests

Cabin / lookout rental · USDA Forest Service · Nez Perce-Clearwater National Forests Fees: $40 per night. Status: none Reservations: To reserve the cabin, visit the Walker Cabin on Recreation.gov or call 877-444-6777 for more information. Overview Walker Cabin is nestled among trees just off Crooked River Road #233, which leads into the Gospel-Hump Wilderness Area, in the Nez Perce National Forest. The cabin was originally built around 1930 as a summer home. Jerry and Helen Walker purchased the cabin in 1967, then donated it to the U.S. Forest Service in the 1980s. It is now available for public recreational use. The cabin must be reserved in advanced; there are no walk-ups. Recreation Crooked River is a popular area for many recreational opportunities, including hiking, trout fishing, hunting, snowmobiling and cross-country skiing. A nice hiking trail is located behind the cabin. Nearby trails lead to the Orogrande Summit, Buffalo Hump and Gospel Hump. Snowshoes may be required on the trails in winter. There are several lakes within a 3-mile radius that are easily accessible by foot or off-road vehicle. Facilities… Getting there: From State Highway 14, turn south on Crooked River Road #233 and proceed approximately 8 miles to the cabin on the right. Phone: 208-842-2245 Official page: https://www.recreation.gov/camping/campgrounds/234445 Source: Recreation.gov, USDA Forest Service. Fees and seasons change; check the official page before you go. Photos: Salmon River Ranger District, Rec Tech, Salmon River Ranger District - Rec Tech