Jensen Cabin

Federal campground in Caribou-Targhee National Forest

Location: Idaho Falls, WY, WY

Price: From $95 per night

Rating: 4 out of 5 (15 reviews)

Season: Year-round

Jensen Cabin is located 13 miles from the town of Alpine, Wyoming, off the McCoy Creek Road. The current cabin was built in the earily 70’s, but the site has been fully remodeled. The 2-room cabin with a loft is made of rough cut lumber and has meatal sideing and a metal roof.

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

Amenities: Fire Rings, Picnic Tables, Vault Toilets, Electric Hookups, Firewood for Sale

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

Jensen Cabin offers a unique remote experience 13 miles from Alpine, Wyoming, with a fully remodeled 2-room cabin featuring a loft. The location provides excellent opportunities for hunting, photography, snowmobiling, and backcountry activities.

Wildlife alert: Moose (Alces alces), mule deer (Venado bura), Bald Eagles, Swainson's Hawks, and Western Terrestrial Garter Snakes present in the area.

Insider tips for Jensen Cabin: Book early—this is a federal campground with high demand. Plan for approximately 10 miles of gravel road travel to reach the cabin. Firewood available for purchase on-site.

Skip Jensen Cabin if: You have pets—this is a NO Pet Facility.. You require hookups—no hookups available at this site.. You need vehicle access November through mid-May..

Best time to visit Jensen Cabin: May-November — Vehicle access to cabin available mid-May through early November; gravel road access requires high-clearance vehicle.. Winter — Snowmobile and cross-country ski access available when roads are impassable..

Nearby campgrounds: Alpine North Loop (Targhee, WY), Caribou Mountain Guard Station (Montpelier, ID), Big Elk (Irwin, ID), Calamity (Swan Valley, ID).