Cabin Rentals: Rooms With a View
Unique opportunities for the adventurous in Arizona's wildest locations!
The national forests of Arizona’s "Rooms with a View" cabin rental program has facilities available, with locations ranging from the rim of the Grand Canyon to the red rocks of Sedona, to the granite domes of Cochise Stronghold, and offering a range of settings and amenities.
- Some are rustic; some are more modern; all are situated in beautiful settings in the forests of Arizona.
- Several of the cabins are listed on the National Register of Historic Places, and all offer a fascinating view of local and regional history, as well as a diversity of wildlife.
- Some facilities are perfect for group gatherings such as family reunions and weddings.
- The program offers a unique opportunity for adventurous folks who enjoy spending time in Arizona’s wild places but prefer a roof over their heads.
- Be prepared for changeable mountain weather, cold nights, thunderstorms, and snow from fall through spring.
Apache-Sitgreaves National Forests
Caldwell Cabin

Nestled amongst the tall pine trees overlooking a large grassy meadow, Caldwell Cabin sits at an elevation of 7,600. Caldwell originated as a one room cabin constructed in the 1920's from hand hewn logs.
Coconino National Forest
Apache Maid

This rustic Forest Service facility located at the eastern base of Apache Maid Mountain is 2 hours north of Phoenix; 45 minutes north of Camp Verde, Arizona. Nearby Stoneman Lake, Beaver Creek, and Sedona offer popular recreation activities.
Crescent Moon
This ranch house most definitely has a view! It is located in scenic Sedona, Arizona. It sits near the base of Cathedral Rock. This "red rock" landscape is one of the most photographed sites in the world.
Fernow Cabin
This rustic 3-bedroom log cabin is located in a beautiful ponderosa pine setting on the Mogollon Rim. Located in a scenic draw, the site is isolated which provides privacy and great opportunities for getting back to nature.
Kendrick Cabin
This rustic 3-bedroom masonry and wood cabin is located in the scenic Kendrick Park area. It has wonderful views of San Francisco Peaks, Kendrick Mountain and the surrounding forest.
Coronado National Forest
Half Moon Ranch
Half Moon Ranch is located in east Cochise Stronghold in the scenic Dragoon Mountains. It is set in a dramatically beautiful canyon surrounded by granite spires, massive boulders, and golden cliffs.
Kent Springs

The Kent Springs Cabin is located in scenic Madera Canyon, 15 miles east of Green Valley, Arizona, and within 1 hour of Tucson. The cabin can accommodate up to 8 people.
Kentucky Camp
A rustic adobe cabin in historic Kentucky Camp in the Santa Rita Mountains.
Palisades Ranger Residence Cabin
The cabin lies in a mountain range or "sky island" in the Coronado National Forest, rising dramatically from the desert floor, supporting abundant and biologically diverse plant and animal communities.
Portal Bunkhouse
The bunkhouse was constructed in 1933 by the Civilian Conservation Corps, the Bunkhouse is listed on the National Register of Historic Places. The structure is one of the finest remaining examples of river-cobble masonry construction from that era.
Portal CCC House
The Portal CCC House is located at the entrance to Cave Creek Canyon at an elevation of 5,000 feet. Cave Creek Canyon is world-renowned for its dramatic rock formations and diverse wildlife.
Shaw House
This house is set in the spectacularly scenic Dragoon Mountains. Guests will enjoy views of Rockfellow Dome. Excellent hiking, mountain-biking, and horseback-riding opportunities are within close proximity.
Sollers Cabin
Sollers Cabin is located off of Mt. Lemmon highway. It is a two-story, six room cabin suitable for up to eight people.
Kaibab National Forest
Hull Cabin
Located just one mile south of the Grand Canyon, Hull Cabin is the oldest surviving historic cabin near the Grand Canyon’s south rim. This rustic cabin was built in 1889 as part of a sheep ranch, and was acquired by the Forest Service in 1907 for use as a ranger station. In 1985, the cabin was listed in the National Register of Historic Places.
Spring Valley Cabin
Enjoy spectacular views, cross-country ski trails, and time "away from it all" at this furnished abode. The cabin has a capacity for eight people and is available year-round.
Big Springs Cabin
The Big Springs cabin site is located approximately 30 miles from Fredonia, Ariz., on Forest Service Road 22, about an hour drive from the north rim of the Grand Canyon.
Jumpup Cabin
Since the 1900s, Jumpup cabin has been used by ranchers as well as the Forest Service, and is listed on the National Register of Historic Places. With a panoramic view of Kanab Creek Wilderness, the cabin sits on the edge of Jumpup canyon. From the front door you take in a wide open expanse of red rock descending into canyon walls below, lined with juniper, pinyon, yuccas, sage and cliffrose.
Prescott National Forest
Groom Creek Schoolhouse
The Groom Creek Schoolhouse was established in 1896 and was originally constructed of wood. In the 1930s the schoolhouse was rebuilt of native stone and was an active school until 1952. The building is now registered as a National Historic Place.
Horsethief Cabin
Horsethief Cabin is nestled in the Bradshaw Mountains near Horsethief Basin Lake and Castle Creek Wilderness in the Prescott National Forest. The area is rich in history. Now Horsethief Basin Recreation Area, these peaceful mountains provide a variety of recreation activities for those wishing to enjoy both the heritage and beauty of the Bradshaw Mountains.
Sycamore Cabin
The cabin is located at an elevation of 4,000 feet. Sycamore Creek runs directly behind the cabin. We encourage you to enjoy the serenity, spectacular views, local hiking trails, the Great Western Trail, and time "away from it all."
Rental Policy and Safety
Pets are allowed in many of the recreation rentals available to the public.
Here are a few simple things to consider when bringing your family member on your trip to make your stay more enjoyable to you, your pet, other visitors, and wildlife:
- Keep your pet leashed when required. Some rentals require that your pet remain outside and leashed.
- Prevent your pet from harassing or chasing wildlife. Many animals maintain a small margin of energy reserves particularly in the winter for their survival.
- Clean up after your pet.
- Do not leave your pet unattended in the rental.
Storms are part of the thrill of staying at a lookout, but they are also extremely dangerous. If a lightning storm should occur while you are at the lookout, please follow these rules:
- Stay indoors or in your car.
- If you are trapped outside during a lightning storm, move
to lower ground and stay low to the ground.
- Do not stand under trees or other high objects.
- If you are in the lookout building, close windows and
doors. Lightning follows air currents.
- Turn off radios. Do not touch anything metal.
- Many of the fire lookouts are difficult to access requiring the ability to scale ladders or climb steep steps.
- Catwalks around the towers are narrow.
- Modifications to these facilities are virtually impossible in order to maintain their historic integrity.
- These lookouts are not recommended for small children.