Jumpup Cabin

Accessible by rough forest roads, Jumpup Cabin operates as a US Forest Service campground within Kaibab National Forest, requiring $60 per night with advance reservations available. The site accommodates RVs up to 20 feet and prohibits pets entirely. Campers find both forested and open terrain areas, with a nearby creek adding water access to the experience.

Basic amenities include picnic tables and designated campfire areas. The challenging road conditions demand higher-clearance vehicles, making this less suitable for standard passenger cars. For additional forest camping options, explore campgrounds near Kaibab National Forest. This location works well for self-sufficient campers comfortable with primitive access roads and willing to pay premium rates for forest service camping.

Description

Overview

Since the 1900s, Jumpup cabin has been used by ranchers as well as the Forest Service, and is listed on the National Register of Historic Places. The site consists of a historic two-room cabin, shed and composting toilet.

Recreation

Jumpup cabin is located at the trailhead for the Ranger trail, a 17-mile wilderness trail that winds through Kanab Creek. Hiking this area is very popular in the spring and fall months, but is discouraged during the hottest summer months. Water is scarce and some route-finding is required.

Facilities

Jumpup cabin is a rustic log structure with an open concept, divided into two distinct areas. A main living and cooking area which has a table and chairs, wood burning stove (the sole source of heat) and a small kitchenette with a wash tub. There is no electricity, running water or propane. Lanterns and cooking supplies are provided. The second room is a bunk room with two sets of double-over-double bunk beds. Guests will need to bring their own linens or sleeping bags. Guests must also provide their own water and fire wood. Outside there is an open air composting toilet, a fire ring and a picnic table. This site is a pack-it-out site. Guests should be prepared to do light cleaning prior to leaving to help prevent rodent issues.

Natural Features

With a panoramic view of Kanab Creek Wilderness, the cabin sits on the edge of Jumpup canyon. From the front door you take in a wide open expanse of red rock descending into canyon walls below, lined with juniper, pinyon, yuccas, sage and cliffrose. With an elevation of 5,500 feet and a predominantly southern exposure, this site is hotter and drier than many other areas in the forest. There is no water at the cabin site, but a short .25-mile hike down the Ranger trail will take you to Lower Jumpup spring, a perennial spring configured to a holding tank.

Nearby Attractions

Located 2 hours from the North Rim of Grand Canyon National Park, 2.5 hours from Zion National Park, and 2 hours from the scenic gateway community of Kanab, Utah, the Kaibab National Forest is situated ideally for traveling throughout the grand circle.

Contact Info

For facility specific information, please call (928) 643-7395.

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Warning 2 Alerts are In Effect

There are 2 alerts for this campground. Camp safely!

The North Kaibab Ranger District and Grand Canyon North Rim were significantly affected by the Dragon Bravo and White Sage fires in 2025, and certain areas remain closed. Visitors should check the status of closures on Forest Service lands at https://www.fs.usda.gov/r03/kaibab/alerts and on the Grand Canyon North Rim at https://www.nps.gov/grca/index.htm. Use extreme caution when entering burned areas

During spring and fall months, the roads to JumpUp Cabin may be impassable. Contact the North Kaibab Ranger District for more information. Guests should check weather and road conditions prior to their visits. Highway 67 is closed for the winter and not expected to reopen until May 15.

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Location

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Jumpup Cabin is located in Arizona

Directions

From Fredonia: Travel on 89a towards Jacob Lake approx. 2 miles then turn right on FR22. Continue to the intersection of Forest Road 447. Turn right on Forest Road 447 and continue for approximately four (4) to the junction of Forest Road 234. Turn right onto Forest Road 427 and continue for a quarter mile (.25) miles to the junction of Forest Road 234. Turn left on Forest Road 234 and continue for approximately nine (9) miles to the junction of Forest Road 423. This route is long and windy, be patient. Turn left onto Forest Road 423 and continue for one (1) mile to Jumpup cabin.