The Blue Cabin in Elk City
About 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.
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.
Tour the charming Blue Cabin
The Blue Cabin is built for
your relaxation.
1 Bedroom
2 Porches
1 Bathroom
Living Room
Open loft
1600 sq. ft.
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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
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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
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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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![A country kitchen in a cabin in the mountains]()
Kitchen
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![A country kitchen in the mountains]()
Kitchen & Dining Area
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![A living Room with a television]()
Living Room
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![A living room with a couch and comfy chair]()
Living Room
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![A cozy bedroom]()
Master Bed
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![A full bathroom]()
Bathroom
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![A well-equipped bathroom]()
Bathroom
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![A cozy full size bed]()
Full bed (in the loft)
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![Two Twin beds in an open loft]()
Twin Beds (in the loft)
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![A covered back patio with picnic table]()
Back Patio
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![A view of the back patio and BBQ]()
Backyard
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![The Side yard and a bridge leading to a salt lick]()
The Side Yard (borders BLM land)
About the Neighborhood
A guided tour of the rustic Freedom River Adventures Blue Cabin in Elk City, Idaho. Perfect for adventure or relaxation.
Watch the walkthrough video to learn more
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!
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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.
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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.
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Yes, your pup is welcome at the Blue Cabin.
The pet fee is a minimum of $50 per animal. Bigger pets (over 50 lbs.) are $75 each. You are responsible for any damage caused by your pet(s). -
No, Starlink Wi-Fi that is included is capped at 50gb per stay at the Blue Cabin. Additional Wi-Fi costs $10 per 10gb—It’s not my policy, it’s Starlink’s.
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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.
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Yes, we offer discounts if you book for a full week. We also offer a military discount too—not available through Airbnb and VRBO.
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Additional guests are $20 per night, per guest. Wherever you book, please put the correct number of people on the booking.
Pricing for 1 night at the Blue Cabin:
1 or 2 people = $175
3 People = $195
4 People = $205
5 People (MAXIMUM) = $225
Before you arrive, please confirm the number of guests so we can properly prepare for your arrival and give you the best stay possible.
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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.
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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.
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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!
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Hunting and shooting is not allowed on the property. There is a field about ¼ mile away that’s BLM ground.
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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.
These are cabins in the woods. We make EVERY effort to keep you comfy so you have a wonderful experience in Elk City. However, there may be spiders, mice, bugs, squirrels, and other critters that get into the cabins. If you see or hear something during your stay, please let us know.