Magee Rangers Cabin Campground and Camping
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About the Campground
The Magee Ranger's Cabin is a fully furnished 2-story cabin in the center of the Coeur d'Alene River Ranger District. The cabin sleeps 6, with a full-size bed downstairs and four single beds upstairs. Amenities include: potable water, flush toilet, hot water shower, propane stove, refrigerator, and heater. The location of the cabin is remote with the nearest telephone approx. 25 miles away and nearest grocery access approx. 32 miles in Prichard, ID. History: The Magee Cabin was constructed in 1922 as living quarters for the Magee District Ranger. The cabin along with several buildings at the site are on the National Register of Historic Places. These buildings may occasionally be occupied as temporary housing for Forest Service employees working in the vicinity. Availability: End of May - Beginning of October (depending on snow and road conditions). Maximum length of stay is 5 days per season. Renters will be allowed a maximum of two reservations with 14 days between rental periods, but must not exceed 5 days per season. Attractions: Located in the heart of the Coeur d'Alene Mountains along Tepee Creek. Recreational activities include fishing (check Idaho Fish and Game regulations for restrictions) and nearby trails including the Independence Creek Trail System which offers 34-miles of trails suitable for hiking, motorcycles, horses, and mountain bikes. Altitude: 3000 ft. More information contact: Fernan Office of the Coeur d'Alene River Ranger District, (208) 664-2318.
Services & Amenities
| Within Facility |
- Bbq Grills
- Beds & Foam Pads
- Benches
- Bike Riding
- Biking
- Bird Watching
- Broom & Dust Pan
- Cabin Rental
- Dishes & Tableware
- Drinking Water
- Firewood
- Fishing
- Flush Toilet
- Group Fire Ring
- Hiking
- Hiking Trail
- Historic Sites
- Horseshoe Pit
- Horseshoe Pitching
- Host
- Hot Showers
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- Mattress
- Mountain Biking
- Parking
- Photography
- Picnic Area
- Picnic Tables
- Play Field
- Pots & Pans
- Propane & Cooking Stove
- Restroom
- River Access
- Showers
- Sightseeing
- Sleeping Shelter
- Stove
- Table
- Table & Chairs
- Trails
- Water Drinking
- Water Faucets
- Wildlife Viewing
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Fees
Peak Season
May 21 2010 -
Oct 03 2010 |
CABIN NONELECTRIC |
$55.00 |
Peak Season
May 27 2011 -
Oct 03 2011 |
CABIN NONELECTRIC |
$55.00 |
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Alerts and Important Information
An information packet, along with cabin key, will be mailed from the Fernan Office of the Coeur d'Alene River Ranger District (208-664-2318), approximately 10-days prior to the date of occupancy. The District reserves the right to collect a $20.00 key deposit to be held at the Fernan Office. The deposit will be returned to the renter upon return of the cabin key. Visitors need to bring: Propane canisters for lanterns (size 16.4 oz.), garbage bags, sheets, pillow cases, blankets or sleeping bags (pillows provided), flashlights, food & beverages, first-aid equipment, matches, toiletries, insects repellent, towels & washcloths, dish soap & dishtowels, charcoal & lighter fluid, splitting maul, axe or bow saw for firewood. Forest Service Provides: A fully furnished 2-story cabin with front porch. The cabin sleeps 6, with a full-size bed downstairs and four single beds upstairs. Amenities include: potable water, flush toilet, hot water shower, propane stove, refrigerator, and heater. There are two portable Coleman propane lanterns, however renters will need to provide propane canisters and mantles for the lanterns (size 16.4oz).
Campground Contact Information
Open From: Jun 18 2010 to Dec 14 2010
Reservation Phone: 877-444-6777
Campground Reservations:
Magee Rangers Cabin
Campground Phone: 208-664-2318
Customer Service Phone:888-445-1474
Backcountry Permits Phone: 877-550-6777
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More About Magee Rangers Cabin Campground
Magee Rangers Cabin is a campground located in Hayden, Idaho. This is a US Forest Service campground. All reservations can be made by calling 1-877-444-6777.
To find this campground check the map shown above, or enter -116.2522 latitude, and -116.2522 longitude into your GPS device.
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