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Barber Flat Rental Cabin
The Barber Flat cabin site was established for administrative use by the Forest Service in 1923, and was used prior to that by the Barber Lumber Company. At the time, the Forest Service used a cabin already on-site as a guard station and then built a new one in 1927. The current cabin and outbuildings were built by the Civilian Conservation Corps in 1935, and the cabin today looks much as it did back then.
Guests can drive to Barber Flat Cabin in two-wheel drive passenger cars or trucks, although the roads may occasionally be rough. The cabin provides most of the conveniences needed for a comfortable stay.
Natural Features:
Barber Flat Cabin is situated near the North Fork Boise River among towering Ponderosa pines at an elevation of about 4,300 feet. The cabin is surrounded by the Boise Mountains and tucked beneath Hungarian Ridge.
Osprey nests are a common sight around Barber Flat. Visitors to this area may see other wildlife, such as mule deer, Rocky Mountain elk, chukars, wild turkeys, eagles and the occasional black bear or wolf.
Recreation:
Several multi-use trails run east and west from the cabin. Hikers and mountain bikers can access the Barber Flat Trailhead nearby, and the Hungarian/Sunset Trail is located just across the road about 200 yards north of the cabin. Other trails in the area include the Beaver Creek/Grand Mountain Trail and the Short Creek Trail, which is known as a haven for nesting ospreys.
The river offers great rainbow trout fishing and many swimming holes. Seasonal big game hunting is another popular pastime in the surrounding area.
At a Glance
| Current Conditions: | The roads are graded, but may be in somewhat rough condition; they can be traveled in good weather with 2-wheel drive passenger cars or trucks. Guests should be aware that there is a risk of exposure to hantavirus when visiting remote cabins. Learn more about Hantavirus at the CDC website. |
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| Operational Hours: | Generally May - September. (Trout Camp is July 23-27.) |
| Reservations: | Cabin guests should call the Idaho City Ranger Station at 208-392-6681 to get the entry code for the cabin and leave a voicemail if necessary. Ranger Station employees will call, e-mail or leave a voicemail of the code within 3 days of the scheduled arrival. Guests should be sure to check their voicemails. Reservations and fees can be found at Barber Flat cabin on rec.gov or by calling 877-444-6777. Cabin guests should call the Idaho City Ranger Station at 208-392-6681 to get the entry code for the cabin and leave a voicemail if necessary. Ranger Station employees will call, e-mail or leave a voicemail of the code within 3 days of the scheduled arrival. Guests should be sure to check their voicemails. |
| Fees: | Please call the Idaho City Ranger District at (208) 392-6681 / 24-48 hours in advance of arrival to get door entry combination. Camping is not allowed at this site; please do not use tents, motor homes or RVs at the cabin. Livestock, such as saddle, pack or draft animals, are not allowed at this site. Limited parking available. |
| Usage: | Medium |
| Closest Towns: | Idaho City, Idaho |
| Water: | Drinking Water |
General Information
Directions:- From Idaho City, Idaho, travel State Highway 21 for 2 miles to Forest Service (FS) Road 327 (Granite/Rabbit Creek Road).
- Turn right onto FS Road 327 and proceed approximately 25 miles to the cabin.
- The road becomes North Fork Boise River Road.
- Please drive carefully as this road is heavily traveled.
General Notes:
Facilities:
The cabin can sleep six people on two bunkbeds and a futon, and mattresses are provided. The kitchen is equipped with a table and chairs, cookware, dishes, utensils, a propane stove, refrigerator and sink with hot water. The bathroom has a sink, bathtub and flush toilet.
A wood stove is provided for heat and firewood may be gathered from the surrounding forest. A picnic table and a campfire ring with benches are located outside. Trash and recycle bins are behind the cabin. The cabin has no electricity. Bedding, pillows and towels are not provided. Guests should use the broom and dustpan provided to tidy up the cabin before leaving.
Activities
Mountain Biking
Trails run east and west of the cabin. The Hungarian/Sunset Trail is located across the road about 200 yards north of the cabin. The Beaver Creek/Grand Mountain Trail is just across the river or down the road one mile to the trailhead.
| Difficulty Level: | Intermediate |
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Cabin Rentals
Reservations can be made at Barber Flat cabin on rec.gov or by calling 877-444-6777.
Reservations must be made at least 4 days in advance. Occupancy is limited to 6 people.
Parking is limited. No refunds for bad weather. Livestock such as, saddle, pack, or draft animals are not allowed at this site Tents, RV's, and motor homes are not allowed at this site.
24-48 hours in advance of your arrival date, guests MUST call the Idaho City Ranger District office at 208-392-6681 in order to obtain the door entry combination. Combinations will NOT be given out in advance.
Office hours are Monday - Friday 8:00am- 4:30pm.
River and Stream Fishing
Fishing in the North Fork of the Boise River| Difficulty Level: | Intermediate |
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Day Hiking
Trails run east and west of the cabin. The Hungarian/Sunset Trail is located across the road about 200 yards north of the cabin. The Beaver Creek/Grand Mountain Trail is just across the river or down the road one mile to the trailhead.| Difficulty Level: | Intermediate |
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Big Game Hunting
Hunting for big game in season.| Difficulty Level: | Difficult |
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Viewing Wildlife
The Short Creek Trail, where you can see osprey nests in snags along the river, is located at the confluence of Rabbit Creek and the North Fork Boise River. Barber Flat also has osprey nests and other wildlife viewing.| Difficulty Level: | Easy |
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