Liz Creek Cabin

Nez Perce-Clearwater National Forests — riverside, fishing, hiking

Location: Orofino, ID, ID

Price: From $40 per night

Rating: 3.3 out of 5 (3 reviews)

Season: May through October

Liz Creek Cabin was built in 1929 in the remote backcountry as a Forest Service guard station and is eligible for the National Register of Historic Places. An extensive restoration that was completed in 2014 brought the cabin back to life as a rental available to the public. The small single room cabin has a loft and a covered porch.

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

Amenities: Fire Rings, Picnic Tables, Camp Host, Fishing

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

Historic 1929 Forest Service cabin restored in 2014, located in remote backcountry with access to Weitas Creek trail and multiple outdoor activities including fishing, hiking, and wildlife viewing.

Wildlife alert: Gray Wolf, American Black Bear, Pacific Marten, Columbian Ground Squirrel, and Northern Alligator Lizard present in area

Insider tips for Liz Creek Cabin: Book early as this is a federal campground with limited availability Accessible only via single track Weitas Creek trail #20 - plan accordingly for backcountry travel Single cabin rental with loft and covered porch offers historic lodging experience

Skip Liz Creek Cabin if: Expecting hookups - no hookups available. Visiting outside May-October season when facility is closed. Unable to access remote backcountry location.

Best time to visit Liz Creek Cabin: May-October — Campground operates seasonally during these months only.

Nearby campgrounds: Castle Butte Lookout (KOOSKIA, ID), Wilderness Gateway (Kooskia, ID), Scurvy Mountain Lookout (Pierce, ID), Kelly Forks Cabin (Orofino, ID).

Cell Phone Coverage at Liz Creek Cabin

Cell signal at Liz Creek Cabin (Orofino, 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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Orofino, ID, ID★ 3.3 (3 reviews)From $40/nightFederal campground · book on Recreation.gov
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Liz Creek Cabin was built in 1929 in the remote backcountry as a Forest Service guard station and is eligible for the National Register of Historic Places. An extensive restoration that was completed in 2014 brought the cabin back to life as a rental available to the public. The small single room cabin has a loft and a covered porch.

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Verified facts

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Check-in2:00 PM
Check-out12:00 PM
SeasonMay through October
Stay limit14 days
HookupsNo hookups.
Max/site6 people

Amenities

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Essentials
Fire RingsFishing
Recreation
Picnic Tables
Family & Pets
Camp Host

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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.
Skip it if:✕ Expecting hookups - no hookups available✕ Visiting outside May-October season when facility is closed✕ Unable to access remote backcountry location

Insider tips & when to go

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Book early as this is a federal campground with limited availability

Accessible only via single track Weitas Creek trail #20 - plan accordingly for backcountry travel

Single cabin rental with loft and covered porch offers historic lodging experience

Best: May-October

Campground operates seasonally during these months only

Things to do nearby

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Cell signal

FCC BDC · quarterly dataset
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4G · 0%
Verizon
4G · 0%
AT&T
4G · 0%

FCC maps are theoretical — camper reports confirm signal.

Wildlife nearby

iNaturalist · research-grade · 8 km
Alert: Gray Wolf, American Black Bear, Pacific Marten, Columbian Ground Squirrel, and Northern Alligator Lizard present in area

Location

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Liz Creek Cabin located in the very remote portion of the upper Weitas Creek drainage on the North Fork Ranger District of the Nez Perce-Clearwater National Forest in Idaho, approximately 25 air miles due east of Pierce Idaho. Although there are several routes into the cabin, it is most accessible from US HWY 12 between Kooskia Idaho and Missoula Montana via FSR 107 and trail 20. Travel to the cabin after leaving US HWY 12 is on 16 miles of single lane, gravel surfaced roadways that may be peppe

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Pro tips

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

Frequently asked questions

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How much does Liz Creek Cabin cost per night?+
Liz Creek Cabin costs $40 per night. Hookup options: No hookups.
What season is Liz Creek Cabin open?+
Liz Creek Cabin is open May through October. Check-in is 2:00 PM, check-out is 12:00 PM.
Does Liz Creek Cabin have hookups?+
No hookups.
What is the maximum RV length at Liz Creek Cabin?+
Liz Creek Cabin is primarily a tent camping facility.
How do I make reservations at Liz Creek Cabin?+
Liz Creek 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 Liz Creek Cabin?+
According to FCC coverage maps, cell signal at Liz Creek Cabin is rated none. FCC maps show theoretical coverage — actual signal in remote or heavily forested areas may be weaker.
What season is Liz Creek Cabin open, and what are check-in times?+
Liz Creek Cabin is open May through October. Check-in is 2:00 PM, check-out is 12:00 PM.

Official resources

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National Weather Service — Live hourly forecast + active alerts
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Google Air Quality API — Live AQI at exact campground coordinates
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iNaturalist — Research-grade wildlife within 8km
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Google Pollen API — Today’s tree, grass & weed pollen forecast
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FCC Broadband Map — Verizon, AT&T, T-Mobile 4G/5G coverage data
broadbandmap.fcc.gov · quarterly
Sunrise-Sunset.org — Sunrise, sunset & golden hour for today
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RIDB — ADA sites, hookups, toilets, pets, campfire rules, bear boxes, max RV, activities, contact, directions
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$40 /night★ 3.3 (3)
SeasonMay through October
Check-in2:00 PM
Check-out12:00 PM
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Scurvy Mountain Lookout

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From $45/night

Kelly Forks Cabin

Orofino, ID

From $65/night

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