HORSE HEAVEN CABIN

Overview The Horse Heaven Cabin is a historic cabin that sits between two scenic wilderness areas in central Idaho. It provides access to a variety of trails and recreational opportunities unique to the area. Recreation Visitors to the area enjoy big and small game hunting.

Proper licenses are required to hunt within the Idaho and neighboring Montana. There are a variety of hiking and horseback riding trails in the area. Bicycles and motorized travel are not allowed within wilderness boundaries.

Facilities The one-room, 16-by-18 cabin is equipped with two built-in bunk beds that can accommodate up to four people. It has a table and chairs, wooden bench, a propane cook stove, propane lantern and a wood stove for heat. Basic cooking and eating utensils are provided, as well as cooking pots, pans and a coffee pot.

Firewood for the stove is also available outside the cabin. A splitting maul is located inside the cabin. A small stream may provide water during the summer, but it should be boiled or treated before it is used for drinking or cooking purposes.

A vault toilet is provided in an outhouse near the cabin. Sleeping pads are provided for the bunks. Guests will need to bring their own sleeping bags or bedding, as well as propane fuel for cooking and lighting.

Guests will also need to bring water for drinking, cooking and cleaning. Food, matches, flashlights and garbage bags are not provided. Guests must clean, dry and store dishes used and carry out all trash and clean the cabin prior to their departure.

The cabin is accessible by four-wheel drive and high-clearance vehicles. The last 300 yards from the main corridor road into the cabin is rough and rocky. Guests are encouraged to bring a saw, as trees fall along the wilderness corridor road frequently.

Guests are responsible for their own travel arrangements and safety. Livestock are not allowed at this facility.