The Blue Cabin

Your quiet weekend away is waiting.

The Blue Cabin is perfect escape for a getaway. Pour your coffee or wash dishes to deer at the salt lick and forget about the stresses of modern life for your moment in nature. We’ve got a kitchen with everything you need to cook up a meal inside, or grill burgers on the back porch.

Inside, you’ll find a comfy couch and wood stove, Roku TV and Starlink internet that’s more than capable of keeping you updated with the modern world—or not.

You’ll find it easy to wind down after chasing trails or whitetails. The master bedroom has a comfy queen bed, and there’s an additional sleeping area in the loft upstairs.

And to top it off, you’ll sleep like a rock.

A blue cabin with a metal roof is surrounded by tall green trees in a forested area, with a small front porch and a grassy yard.

Come on in!

The Blue Cabin is built for relaxation.

  • A country kitchen in a cabin in the mountains

    Kitchen

  • A country kitchen in the mountains

    Kitchen & Dining Area

  • A living Room with a television

    Living Room

  • A living room with a couch and comfy chair

    Living Room

  • A cozy bedroom

    Master Bed

  • A full bathroom

    Bathroom

  • A well-equipped bathroom

    Bathroom

  • A cozy full size bed

    Full bed (in the loft)

  • Two Twin beds in an open loft

    Twin Beds (in the loft)

  • A covered back patio with picnic table

    Back Patio

  • A view of the back patio and BBQ

    Backyard

  • The Side yard and a bridge leading to a salt lick

    The Side Yard (borders BLM land)

Our Mission:

Provide the highest-quality Elk City experience for a reasonable price so you and your family/group have a comfortable place to relax and recuperate after a busy day of playing in the great outdoors.  Freedom River Adventures wants you to have fun and leave feeling refreshed.

1 Bedroom

2 Porches

1 Bathroom

Living Room

1600 sq. ft.

Open loft

  • The Blue Cabin was one of the first properties built on American River Road. It’s as charming and hardy as the folk in Elk City—a little rough around the edges, but incredibly comfy and heartwarming.

    The cabin has a kitchen/dining area, living room, 1 bathroom, 1 bedroom, and a loft area.

    The front porch and back porch are covered. Out back, there is a BBQ area.

    Approximate size: 1600 sq. feet

  • We provide:

    • Clean beds and towels for everyone in your party

    • Basic cooking appliances (pots, pans, cutlery)

    • Roku TV and Starlink Internet

    • Plenty of parking for your toys

  • The cabin has electric heaters in the wall that keep the place nice n’ toasty during the chilly fall mornings.

    We provide firewood during the cool months (April, October, November).

    If you need additional blankets, don’t hesitate to ask .

    There is no A/C; in the summers, leave the windows open at night and the cabin will naturally cool down.

    After breakfast, close them up to keep the cold air inside.

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$205/night

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A walk thru of a rustic cabin in the mountains of Idaho

About the Property

The property borders National Forest and BLM land.

Grab your fishing pole and go for walk up or down the road in either direction. You’ll probably get a few bites.

You’ll probably get to meet the neighbors (turkeys and deer) they’re over ALL the time, when you’re having your morning coffee.

You’re just a stone’s throw from hundreds of miles of trails leading to gorgeous views as far as Montana and wilderness areas.

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Got questions? Ask away! 

 FAQs

  • That depends on what you’re looking forward to on your trip. If you need a quiet and peaceful weekend away, anytime of year is fine.

    Visit during spring for:

    • Rainy and cool weather (normally up to 60 degrees, but it can snow!)

    • Steelhead fishing

    • Turkey hunting

    • Nature Photography—The wildflowers and green scenery are beautiful!

    • Kayaking during spring run-off (the water is high and FAST!)

    • Trout season opens Memorial Day Weekend

    Visit during summer for:

    • LONG summer days (sunrise is about 5am, sunset is about 9pm)

    • Hot and dry weather (normally up to the mid 90s). Thunderstorms and power outages do happen during this time

    • ATV/UTV rides

    • Trout fishing (both spinning and flyfishing)

    • Salmon fishing in June

    • Campfires and s’mores

    • Elk City Days is the second weekend of August.

    Visit during the fall for:

    • Cooler weather; early September is usually perfect. Mid 70s and dry—though it can snow!

    • Elk and deer hunting (bow, rifle, muzzleloader)

    • Fall steelhead fishing

    • Cool nights by the fire

    The brown cabin is closed during winter.

  • You can get all of the basic food you need (meat, vegetables, fruit, dairy, cooking supplies, beer) at the General Store. If you drink Coke, you will need to bring some (they no longer carry Coca-cola products).

    We recommend you bring (at the very least):

    • A fishing pole

    • Sturdy hiking boots

    • Wool socks

    • A weatherproof jacket

    • A hat

    • Sunglasses

    • A basic first aid kit

    • A camp knife

    • A map and compass or power bank for your phone

    The power does go out (along with the Wi-Fi) from time to time, especially after a big storm. You may also want to bring books/reading material.

  • Yes, your pup is welcome. You are responsible for any damage your dog causes.

    There is a non-refundable pet fee of $50 for each animal.

  • Yes! Here is our refund policy.

    • Cancel your booking 30 or more days before arrival and get a full 100% refund.

    • Cancel your reservation 29-14 days prior to arrival and get a 50% refund.

    • No refunds within 2 weeks of your arrival.

  • If you’d like to save money click here to book direct.

    The property is also available on:

    AirBnb

    VRBO

    GlampingHub

    HipCamp

    those links will will take you to the property’s booking page on each respective site.


    There is no commission/affiliate link

  • Yes, we offer discounts if you book for a full week. We also offer a military discount too—not available through Airbnb and VRBO.

  • There is only room for a maximum of 5 people in the Blue Cabin. The reason is largely due to water. We have a spring that provides water to the Blue Cabin, and the spring can’t produce enough water for more than 5 people.

    Freedom River Adventures does not allow additional guests to stay on the property in RVs. There is a large open meadow that’s ¼ mile away where you can camp. Along American River, there are also several official and unofficial campgrounds.

  • Check-in starts at 3:00 pm (1500) on the day of your reservation.

    The person making the reservation will need a photo ID.

    We also request that you call from Grangeville (about 1.5 hours away), especially if you will be arriving in the evening.

  • Check-out is at 11:00 am on the last day of your reservation.

    When you check out please:

    • Strip the beds you slept in and put the blanket on the floor.

    • Take your garbage outside.

    • Wash your dishes

    • Do not lock the doors.

    • Sign the guestbook or write a review!

  • Hunting and shooting is not allowed on the property. There is a field about ¼ mile away that’s BLM ground.

  • Yes and Yes. There are bears, wolves, coyotes, and mountain lions in the area. If you go out into the woods, be prepared for a potential predator encounter—though the chances are low.