Eldorado National Forest

Recreational Activities:

Rental Cabins

From mountain peak to meadow edge, the Eldorado National Forest rents four different facilities that offer a diverse range of amenities and opportunities. What is your preference?

• small or large group?
• remote access or drive-to-door access?
• electricity?
• water?
• shower?
• solitude?

LOON LAKE CHALET

Nestled in the granite bowl next to Loon Lake, this small group facility offers drive-to access year-round and excellent winter backcountry skiing.  

ROBBS HUT

Sitting on top of Robbs Peak, Robbs Hut was once part of an active Fire Lookout. The deck of the lookout offers a spectacular 360 degree view of the forest and Crystal Range.  

VAN VLECK BUNKHOUSE

Sitting on the edge of a 40 acre meadow Van Vleck Bunkhouse looks up on the Crystal Range of the Sierra Nevada Mountains.  

HARVEY WEST CABIN

Located on the west bank of the Silver Fork of the South Fork of the American River, this facility offers a relaxing getaway that is an easy drive and not far off Highway 50.  

SLY GUARD CABIN

Located on Sly Park Road near Pollock Pines and Sly Park Reservoir.