Louella Cabin

Olympic National Forest — riverside, fishing, hiking

Location: QUILCENE, WA, WA

Price: From $60 per night

Rating: 4.2 out of 5 (53 reviews)

Season: Year-round

Located in the northeast portion of Olympic National Forest, Louella Cabin offers guests a unique lodging experience. It was built in 1912 by Forest Service employee, E. Cheney, who dedicated the structure to his wife, Louella.

Cell coverage (FCC estimate): weak signal. Actual signal may vary in remote areas. Best carrier: Verizon. Verizon 4G: 100%. AT&T 4G: 0%. T-Mobile 4G: 0%.

Amenities: Fire Rings, Picnic Tables, Drinking Water, Showers, Electric Hookups, Fishing

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

Historic 1912 cabin in Olympic National Forest offering a unique lodging experience with access to fishing, hiking, and nearby Hurricane Ridge exploration. Google reviewers praised the shelter during rain and the peaceful, remote setting.

Wildlife alert: Mountain lions present in area; also Douglas' squirrels, Columbian black-tailed deer, Canada jays, and rufous hummingbirds.

Insider tips for Louella Cabin: Book early—this is a federal campground with only 1 site Visit during apple orchard blooming season for scenic views Close proximity to Hurricane Ridge area for day trips

Skip Louella Cabin if: You need hookups or modern amenities—no hookups available and minimal facilities. You require indoor plumbing—no running water or indoor bathroom. You prefer well-maintained structures—reviewers noted aging foundation and cleanliness concerns.

Best time to visit Louella Cabin: Summer-Fall — Historically staffed by fireguard during these seasons; good weather for hiking and fishing activities.

Nearby campgrounds: Dungeness Forks Campground (WA), Falls View Campground (WA), Collins Campground (WA), Interrorem Cabin (QUILCENE, WA).

Cell Phone Coverage at Louella Cabin

Cell signal at Louella Cabin (QUILCENE, WA): weak overall signal based on FCC broadband data. Best carrier: Verizon.

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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QUILCENE, WA, WA★ 4.2 (53 reviews)From $60/nightFederal campground · book on Recreation.gov
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Located in the northeast portion of Olympic National Forest, Louella Cabin offers guests a unique lodging experience. It was built in 1912 by Forest Service employee, E. Cheney, who dedicated the structure to his wife, Louella.

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Verified facts

RIDB / Recreation.gov official database
Check-in2:00 PM
Check-out12:00 PM
SeasonYear-round
Stay limit14 days
Max RV20 ft
HookupsNo hookups.
CampfiresAllowed
Max/site6 people

Amenities

RIDB /facilities /campsites · owner-verified
Essentials
Fire RingsShowers
Recreation
Picnic TablesElectric Hookups
Family & Pets
Drinking WaterFishing

Straight talk

CamperWatch intel · curated from camper reports

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:✕ You need hookups or modern amenities—no hookups available and minimal facilities✕ You require indoor plumbing—no running water or indoor bathroom✕ You prefer well-maintained structures—reviewers noted aging foundation and cleanliness concerns

Insider tips & when to go

CamperWatch intel · hand-curated entry

Book early

this is a federal campground with only 1 site

Visit during apple orchard blooming season for scenic views

Close proximity to Hurricane Ridge area for day trips

Best: Summer-Fall

Historically staffed by fireguard during these seasons; good weather for hiking and fishing activities

Things to do nearby

RIDB /activities /recareas + intel

Conditions today

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Cell signal

FCC BDC · quarterly dataset
T-Mobile
4G · 0%
Verizon
4G · 100%
AT&T
4G · 0%

FCC maps are theoretical — camper reports confirm signal. Best carrier: Verizon.

Wildlife nearby

iNaturalist · research-grade · 8 km
Alert: Mountain lions present in area; also Douglas' squirrels, Columbian black-tailed deer, Canada jays, and rufous hummingbirds.

Location

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Getting there →

From Sequim, travel east for approximately 3 miles. Just past John Wayne Marina Road, turn right onto the Palo Alto Road and travel approximately 8 miles. The access drive to Louella Cabin is by an information kiosk on the right. Turn into the driveway, go past the first building, and Louella Cabin is on the right. Access to the cabin by vehicle may require chains in the winter during periods of heavy snow; the last 1/8 mile of road is not plowed.

Campground entrance

Google Maps API

Community

#community · posts, photos & Q&A · AI-moderated (Claude Vision)

Pro tips

  • Book on recreation.gov exactly 6 months ahead at 10am ET — Olympic National Forest fills fast in peak season.
  • Check current road conditions at Olympic National Forest before arrival — seasonal closures common.
  • Bear country — store all food in bear boxes or locked vehicle at all times.

Frequently asked questions

RIDB facts + intel · FAQPage schema, speakable
How much does Louella Cabin cost per night?+
Louella Cabin costs $60 per night. Hookup options: No hookups.
What season is Louella Cabin open?+
Louella Cabin is open Year-round. Check-in is 2:00 PM, check-out is 12:00 PM.
Does Louella Cabin have hookups?+
No hookups.
What is the maximum RV length at Louella Cabin?+
Louella Cabin can accommodate RVs up to 20 feet.
How do I make reservations at Louella Cabin?+
Louella 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 Louella Cabin?+
According to FCC coverage maps, cell signal at Louella Cabin is rated weak. Best carrier: Verizon. FCC maps show theoretical coverage — actual signal in remote or heavily forested areas may be weaker.
What season is Louella Cabin open, and what are check-in times?+
Louella Cabin is open Year-round. Check-in is 2:00 PM, check-out is 12:00 PM.
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●Data sources on this page
Recreation.gov — Live site availability — updated every 30 min
recreation.gov · RIDB API
National Weather Service — Live hourly forecast + active alerts
api.weather.gov · open-meteo.com
Google Air Quality API — Live AQI at exact campground coordinates
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iNaturalist — Research-grade wildlife within 8km
api.inaturalist.org
Google Pollen API — Today’s tree, grass & weed pollen forecast
pollen.googleapis.com
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
api.sunrise-sunset.org
Google Street View — Campground entrance & access road imagery
maps.googleapis.com
RIDB — ADA sites, hookups, toilets, pets, campfire rules, bear boxes, max RV, activities, contact, directions
ridb.recreation.gov · /facilities /campsites /activities /links /recareas

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$60 /night★ 4.2 (53)
SeasonYear-round
Check-in2:00 PM
Check-out12:00 PM
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