Redfish Cabin
Sawtooth National Forest — lakeside
Location: Stanley, ID, ID
Price: From $65 per night
Rating: 4.6 out of 5 (42 reviews)
Season: May through October
A stay at the historic Redfish Cabin is like having your own private Idaho! Nestled in the trees above the northern shore of Redfish Lake at an elevation of 6,570 feet, the historic (Civilian Conservation Corps 1930’s era) cabin offers a perfect getaway for a small family or group of friends. The cabin is warm and cozy, the views are breathtaking, recreation opportunities abound and starry nights provide a gateway to heaven.
Cell coverage (FCC estimate): none signal. Actual signal may vary in remote areas.
Amenities: Fire Rings, Picnic Tables, Electric Hookups
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Historic 1930s Civilian Conservation Corps cabin at 6,570 feet elevation on Redfish Lake's northern shore with breathtaking views and abundant recreation. Google reviewers praise the crystal clear alpine lake for fishing, swimming, and boating, plus cabin amenities including electricity, gas fireplace, and kitchen facilities.
Wildlife alert: Mule deer, wapiti (elk), Pacific marten, pronghorn, Franklin's grouse, spruce grouse, and black-headed Steller's jays verified in the area
Insider tips for Redfish Cabin: Book early — this is a federal campground with high demand Check winter road reports at 511.idaho.gov or call 511 before traveling October 15 through November 30 Dogs allowed — cabin is pet-friendly Winter access requires ~2.5 mile flat snowshoe trek according to camper report
Skip Redfish Cabin if: You need hookups — no hookups available. You require running water in winter months. You prefer not to book far in advance — early booking essential.
Best time to visit Redfish Cabin: May-October — Official operating season per verified data. Winter (Dec-Feb) — Google reviewer reported successful winter snowshoe access, though cabin has no running water in winter and requires road condition checks at 511.idaho.gov.
Nearby campgrounds: North Shore Picnic Area (STANLEY, ID), Outlet Campground (STANLEY, ID), Glacier View Campground (STANLEY, ID), Point Campground (STANLEY, ID).
Cell Phone Coverage at Redfish Cabin
Cell signal at Redfish Cabin (Stanley, 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.
A stay at the historic Redfish Cabin is like having your own private Idaho! Nestled in the trees above the northern shore of Redfish Lake at an elevation of 6,570 feet, the historic (Civilian Conservation Corps 1930’s era) cabin offers a perfect getaway for a small family or group of friends. The cabin is warm and cozy, the views are breathtaking, recreation opportunities abound and starry nights provide a gateway to heaven.
Verified facts
RIDB / Recreation.gov official databaseAmenities
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CamperWatch intel · curated from camper reportsKnown issues, each with the workaround. Read before you book.
Insider tips & when to go
CamperWatch intel · hand-curated entryBook early
this is a federal campground with high demand
Check winter road reports at 511.idaho.gov or call 511 before traveling October 15 through November 30
Dogs allowed
cabin is pet-friendly
Winter access requires ~2.5 mile flat snowshoe trek according to camper report
Official operating season per verified data
Google reviewer reported successful winter snowshoe access, though cabin has no running water in winter and requires road condition checks at 511.idaho.gov
Things to do nearby
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Wildlife nearby
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Getting there →
Renters should check winter road reports online at 511.idaho.gov or by calling 511 or 1-888-432-7623 prior to travel. October 15, November 30: From Stanley: Intersection of Hwy 21 and Hwy 75, drive south on Hwy 75 4.25 miles to Redfish Lake Road (FS Road 214). The turn is near mile marker 185, approximately 5 miles south of Stanley. From Ketchum/Sun Valley: Drive north 55 miles on Hwy 75 to Redfish Lake Road. Hint: The turn is near mile marker 185. If you reach Stanley, you've gone about 5 miles
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- Book on recreation.gov exactly 6 months ahead at 10am ET — Sawtooth National Forest fills fast in peak season.
- Check current road conditions at Sawtooth National Forest before arrival — seasonal closures common.
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