Peterson Prairie Cabin in WA -- Campground & RV Camping

Peterson Cabin is a restored year-round shelter in the Mt. Adams Ranger District, tucked under a canopy of Douglas fir and huckleberry. It sleeps six, featuring an accessible bedroom, propane heat and lighting, a wood stove insert, cookware, a picnic table, and an outdoor vault toilet. Potable water is available only in summer; winter guests must pack in water. From December 1 to April 1, road closures require a 2.5-mile winter trek from Atkisson Sno-Park, which links to 95 miles of snowmobile trails and cross-country ski loops. The Guler Ice Cave is just one mile away.

Getting there: From Vancouver take Highway 14 East to Highway 141, then go North to Trout Lake WA. Peterson Prairie Cabin is located 7 miles from Trout Lake, Washington, along Forest Road 24. At Trout Lake go 4 Miles past the Mt. Adams Ranger Station at the end of Highway 141. Continue West on Forest Road 24 for 2.5 miles, the site will be on your left. During the snow-free months (typically June-October), guest can drive directly to the cabin. The road to the cabin is closed to wheeled vehicles December through April. Cabin renters park their vehicles at the Atkisson Sno-Park and ski, snowshoe or snowmobile an 2.5 miles to the cabin. A Washington Sno-Park permit is required December 1 through April 1 for each parked vehicle. Guests may call the Mt. Adams Ranger District at (509) 395- 3400 to obtain current conditions close to their reservation date. Refunds will not be given due to limited access caused by snow.

• Moderately separated here.
• Sits on broad, near-level ground.
• Cabins and shelters rather than pads, with most of them shaded.
• Grouse Butte stands 765 ft above the map pin, 1.3 miles west.
• Coyote Creek runs 0.8 mi off.

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