USDA Forest Service · Idaho
Atlanta Cabin
USDA Forest Service · Idaho, United States
- Sites
- 1
- Hookups
- 1 electric, 1 with water
- Season
- May 21 to September 26
- Drinking water
- Yes
- Restrooms
- Yes
- Showers
- Yes
- Pets
- Yes
- Elevation
- 5,394 ft
- Dark sky
- Bortle class 1
- Cell coverage
- T-Mobile none · AT&T none · Verizon none (carriers' 4G LTE filings to the FCC, 2025-12; not measured here)
- Access road
- ATLANTA SOUTH (NFSR 209) · native material · high clearance vehicles
- Lake
- Boise National Forest
- Nearest town
- IDAHO CITY
- Address
- P.O BOX 129, IDAHO CITY, ID, 83631
- Activities
- Biking, Camping, Fishing, Hiking, Historic Sites, Horseback Riding, Hunting, Wildlife Viewing
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About
Overview
Atlanta Cabin is located in the old mining town of Atlanta, Idaho, at an elevation of 5,800 feet. It is part of a historic ranger station compound built by the Civilian Conservation Corps and the Forest Service in 1933. This compound, known as the Atlanta Ranger Station Historic District, is listed on the National Register of Historic Places.
The roads to the cabin are generally well-maintained, although there are some rough washboard sections. Guests can drive to the cabin, but should check local conditions prior to arrival, since inclement weather may make accessing the cabin difficult. Atlanta Cabin offers many amenities so guests can have an enjoyable stay.
Recreation
The Middle Fork Boise River Trail and the Powerplant Trail begin nearby, offering great opportunities for hiking and horseback riding. Off-road enthusiasts will find many trails to explore. Click here for an Idaho OHV safety message.
The Middle Fork Boise River provides excellent trout fishing. Big game hunting is another popular pastime in the area. Guests can also soak in the nearby hot springs.
Facilities
The cabin is equipped with a modern plumbing system and electricity. It can accommodate up to four people with a full-size hide-a-bed in the living room and a queen size bed in the kitchen (bedding not provided).
The kitchen has a sink with hot water, a table with chairs, a propane stove and a refrigerator. The indoor bathroom features a flush toilet, sink and shower.
Propane wall heaters keep the cabin warm. A picnic table, fire ring and pedestal grill are located behind the cabin. Limited bear-proof trash recepticles are located at the back of the cabin. Please be mindful and try to pack-out as much as you are able to.
Guests are asked to please use provided cleaning supplies to clean the cabin upon checkout.
Natural Features
The cabin is surrounded by a grassy meadow and lodgepole pines. The front porch offers great views of the edge of the Sawtooth Wilderness and 9,363' Greylock Mountain.
The Middle Fork Boise River is about a quarter-mile away. Several natural hot springs are in the area, including Atlanta, Powerplant and Chattanooga. This area is a favorite of wildlife watchers, who may see mule deer, Rocky Mountain elk, chukars, wild turkeys, eagles and the occasional black bear or wolf.
Contact Info
This location is unstaffed. To speak with our main office for general information, please call: (208) 392-3700.
Nearby Attractions
The town of Atlanta has a colorful history with interesting buildings and streets to explore. It was settled in the 1860s during a gold and silver rush, and visitors can still see remnants of this period. The nearby Beaver Creek Lodge offers a chance to eat out and play pool or shuffleboard.
Weather, month by month
| Month | Typical high | Typical low | Coldest night | Hottest day | Years with a night below 32°F |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 35° | 19° | 0° | 44° | 11 of 11 |
| February | 34° | 20° | -6° | 49° | 11 of 11 |
| March | 42° | 24° | 10° | 59° | 11 of 11 |
| April | 44° | 29° | 16° | 62° | 11 of 11 |
| May | 55° | 35° | 26° | 70° | 7 of 11 |
| June | 69° | 45° | 31° | 85° | 1 of 11 |
| July | 84° | 56° | 41° | 93° | 0 of 11 |
| August | 83° | 56° | 43° | 92° | 0 of 11 |
| September | 71° | 47° | 36° | 84° | 0 of 11 |
| October | 57° | 35° | 20° | 74° | 7 of 10 |
| November | 47° | 28° | -9° | 62° | 9 of 10 |
| December | 34° | 17° | 1° | 51° | 10 of 10 |
Mid-month figures from 2016–2026 of daily weather at this spot (ERA5 reanalysis via Open-Meteo, CC BY 4.0), in °F. Typical is the median; coldest and hottest are the extremes seen.
Trails nearby
- Powerplant / Middle Fork Trailhead · 1.2 mi as the crow flies
Power Plant 2.5 mi Hike · Drive there - Trail Creek Trailhead (Idaho City RD) · 2.5 mi as the crow flies
Trail Creek 5.3 mi Hike · Drive there - Queens River Trailhead · 4.0 mi as the crow flies · Drive there
- Elk Creek Trailhead · 9.1 mi as the crow flies
Elk Creek 3.4 mi Hike · Drive there
All 494 trails in Boise National Forest
Trailheads the Park Service and the Forest Service map, within 10 miles as the crow flies; each trail's page has its length, climbing and the Service's description.
Nearby campgrounds
- Riverside Campground · USDA Forest Service · 0 mi
- Powerplant Campground · USDA Forest Service · 1 mi
- Queens River Campground · USDA Forest Service · 4 mi
- Willow Creek Campground · USDA Forest Service · 12 mi
- Willow Creek North Campground · USDA Forest Service · 12 mi
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