Al Taylor Cabin

Caribou-Targhee National Forest — fishing, hiking

Location: Dubois, ID, ID

Price: From $35 per night

Rating: 4.5 out of 5 (22 reviews)

Season: May through October

Al Taylor Cabin is located adjacent to Steel Creek near the Continental Divide, at an elevation of 6,300 feet. Visitors come to this area for its beautiful scenery and solitude. Guests can drive to the cabin from mid-May through mid-November with the majority of the trip on gravel roads.

Cell coverage (FCC estimate): none signal. Actual signal may vary in remote areas.

Amenities: Fire Rings, Picnic Tables, Vault Toilets, Electric Hookups, Fishing

Availability alerts: Set a free cancellation alert at camperwatch.org/campground/al-taylor-cabin to be notified when sites open up.

Nearby campgrounds: Steel Creek Group Campground (DUBOIS, ID), Stoddard Creek Campground (DUBOIS, ID), Antone Cabin (ENNIS, MT), West Fork Cabin (S Of Ennis) (ENNIS, MT).

Cell Phone Coverage at Al Taylor Cabin

Cell signal at Al Taylor Cabin (Dubois, ID): none overall signal based on FCC broadband data.

Coverage data source: FCC Broadband Data Collection (BDC). Actual signal may vary due to terrain, tree cover, and distance from towers. Camper reports are more reliable than coverage maps in remote areas.

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Dubois, ID, ID★ 4.5 (22 reviews)From $35/nightFederal campground · book on Recreation.gov
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Al Taylor Cabin is located adjacent to Steel Creek near the Continental Divide, at an elevation of 6,300 feet. Visitors come to this area for its beautiful scenery and solitude. Guests can drive to the cabin from mid-May through mid-November with the majority of the trip on gravel roads.

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Verified facts

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Check-in2:00 PM
Check-out12:00 PM
SeasonMay through October
Stay limit14 days
Max RV30 ft
HookupsNo hookups.
ToiletsVault toilets
PetsAllowed
CampfiresAllowed
Max/site6 people

Amenities

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Essentials
Fire RingsElectric Hookups
Recreation
Picnic TablesFishing
Family & Pets
Vault Toilets

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Known issues, each with the workaround. Read before you book.

Known issuesFederal campground — book early. No hookups at most sites. Seasonal operations.

Things to do nearby

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Cell signal

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4G · 0%
Verizon
4G · 0%
AT&T
4G · 0%

FCC maps are theoretical — camper reports confirm signal.

Location

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The cabin can be accessed by traveling west from Kilgore, Idaho, via Forest Road 006 approximately 8 miles to Forest Road 478. Travel Forest Road 478 to the Steel Creek Group Area. The cabin is located just outside of the group area and can be reached by driving through the group area to the cabin. The cabin can also be reached from I-15 at Stoddard Creek Exit. Exit at the Stoddard Creek Exit and travel east on Forest Road 006 approximately 13 miles to Forest Road 478.

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Pro tips

  • Book on recreation.gov exactly 6 months ahead at 10am ET — Caribou-Targhee National Forest fills fast in peak season.
  • Check current road conditions at Caribou-Targhee National Forest before arrival — seasonal closures common.

Frequently asked questions

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How much does Al Taylor Cabin cost per night?+
Al Taylor Cabin costs $35 per night. Hookup options: No hookups.
What season is Al Taylor Cabin open?+
Al Taylor Cabin is open May through October. Check-in is 2:00 PM, check-out is 12:00 PM.
Does Al Taylor Cabin have hookups?+
No hookups.
What is the maximum RV length at Al Taylor Cabin?+
Al Taylor Cabin can accommodate RVs up to 30 feet.
How do I make reservations at Al Taylor Cabin?+
Al Taylor Cabin is a federal campground — book 6 months ahead at Recreation.gov. Set a free CamperWatch cancellation alert to be notified the moment a site opens.
What is the cell service like at Al Taylor Cabin?+
According to FCC coverage maps, cell signal at Al Taylor Cabin is rated none. FCC maps show theoretical coverage — actual signal in remote or heavily forested areas may be weaker.
What season is Al Taylor Cabin open, and what are check-in times?+
Al Taylor Cabin is open May through October. Check-in is 2:00 PM, check-out is 12:00 PM.

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$35 /night★ 4.5 (22)
SeasonMay through October
Check-in2:00 PM
Check-out12:00 PM
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Nearby Campgrounds

Steel Creek Group Campground

DUBOIS, ID

From $20/night

Stoddard Creek Campground

DUBOIS, ID

From $17/night

Antone Cabin

ENNIS, MT

From $45/night

West Fork Cabin (S Of Ennis)

ENNIS, MT

From $45/night

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