Best Cabin Camping near Cambridge, ID
Several pet-friendly cabin rentals can be found within an hour's drive of Cambridge, Idaho, ranging from basic rustic structures to fully furnished accommodations. Downata Hot Springs offers small, medium, and large cabins with varying amenities - some include private bathrooms, kitchenettes, and climate control systems. Their loft cabins feature full kitchens, bathrooms with showers and tubs, and sleeping arrangements for multiple guests. Lava Hot Springs area provides multiple KOA cabin options with electricity and comfortable furnishings. "The cabin itself was nice, had a futon, bunk bed (twin on top, full on bottom), had a window a/c, heater, table and 2 folding chairs. A mini fridge and a stand to store items under the fridge," notes one visitor about cabins at Massacre Rocks State Park.
Rustic cabin options include historic structures like those at Bristol Park Historic Cabins, where renovated miners' cabins provide a glimpse into the past while offering modern conveniences. Guard stations such as Malad Summit and Pebble Guard Station provide more remote cabin camping experiences with basic amenities. Most locations are pet-friendly, though specific policies vary by site. Reservations are essential, particularly during summer months when demand peaks. According to one guest at Downata Hot Springs: "We rented a cabin three times this last winter. Great little cabins with bathrooms the hot pools were 100 feet away and a heated swimming pool." Winter cabin availability is limited to select locations like Downata and some KOA properties that operate year-round.
Cabin amenities vary significantly between locations, requiring guests to check specific provisions before arrival. Most basic cabins include beds but require visitors to bring their own bedding, pillows, and towels. More deluxe cabins typically provide linens and basic kitchen equipment. On-site stores at KOA locations and some hot springs resorts offer essential supplies, though selection is limited. Grocery stores in nearby towns provide more comprehensive options for longer stays. Cabins with kitchens generally include refrigerators, microwaves, and basic cookware, while more rustic options may only provide access to outdoor grills or fire pits. Bathroom facilities range from private in-cabin bathrooms to nearby communal facilities depending on the cabin category and location.
