Cabins near Anatone, Washington range from primitive forest service structures to more comfortable accommodations with heating and basic furniture. The area sits at elevations between 3,000-6,000 feet in the Blue Mountains, creating distinct seasonal access patterns. Winter snowfall often restricts access to many cabin locations between November and April, with forest service roads becoming impassable without specialized vehicles.
What to do
Fishing access: Winchester Lake State Park Campground offers excellent multi-species fishing opportunities from shore or small boats. "We caught: blue gill, trout, bass, crappie, perch, cat fish and had a small Tiger Muskie on the line but lost it," reports one visitor who stayed for two weeks.
Hiking trails: Fields Spring State Park Campground features multiple hiking options including the popular 2+ mile roundtrip to Puffer Butte. "The hiking trail was long and absolutely amazing, and we ended up near a fire cabin used during the winter and summer," noted one camper who appreciated the wildlife viewing opportunities.
Wildlife viewing: Cabin locations throughout the area provide opportunities to spot diverse wildlife. "We saw lots of different wild life," mentions one visitor at Hells Gate State Park Campground, where riverside cabins provide habitat for numerous species.
What campers like
Seasonal activities: Fields Spring State Park offers year-round recreation options beyond summer camping. "I absolutely adore this park! camping and hiking in the summer, tubing in the winter, mushrooming in the spring. There is no time of year that is bad for this park," shared one enthusiastic visitor.
Riverside settings: Several cabin options provide direct access to the Snake River. "Awesome camp ground right on the river," notes a camper at Hells Gate State Park, where fishing access and water views are key attractions.
Privacy between sites: Tent and cabin sites at Fields Spring State Park offer good separation between campsites. "There is A lot of privacy between tent site," mentions one visitor, while another notes, "Some sites are pull through and some are larger than others (mostly the ones on the outside of the loop)."
What you should know
Shower facilities: Prepare for varied shower amenities across different cabin locations. At Fields Spring State Park, "Coin-operated shower but make sure you have quarters because there is not always a staff person to give you change," advises one visitor who recommends bringing exact change.
Cell service limitations: Connectivity varies significantly at cabins near Anatone. "Keep in mind that 'this area' is about 40 minutes from Clarkston, the nearest town so make sure you stock up and don't count on cell service (except for the top of Puffer Butte!)," warns one camper about Fields Spring State Park.
Weather preparedness: Premier RV Resort at Granite Lake offers cabin accommodations with more weather protection than tent sites. "We had a wonderful stay here back in June for a week. Enjoyed the quiet of the park as it is tucked away behind Costco with no busy roads around it," notes a visitor about this sheltered location.
Tips for camping with families
Ranger programs: Fields Spring State Park offers educational opportunities for children. "Took my nephews here. The rangers were amazing and full of info that my boys just soaked right up!" shares one aunt who brought children to the park.
Play facilities: Chief Timothy Park provides recreational amenities for children near cabin accommodations. "The Kids loved this park, we just spent the day hanging out fishing and playing at the park when we went to Lewiston to Visit our daughter," reports one family that appreciated the playground facilities.
Kid-friendly ice cream events: Some campgrounds with cabins offer special events. "The owners have fun with the residents... 'Sweet Saturday' with homemade goodies in the office and then Sunday Sundaes for $1 you can have an ice cream sundae with toppings in the office! The kids LOVED it!" explains a family who stayed at Premier RV Resort.
Tips from RVers
Winter accessibility: Godman Guard Station sits at 6,000 feet elevation, making winter access challenging but offering unique stargazing opportunities. "The southern end of the camping area has an unobstructed 240(ish) degree view of the sky, facing south. The nearest town is too far & too small to create any loom, so on a moonless night it's incredibly dark here," advises an experienced visitor.
Route planning: When accessing cabins in the Blue Mountains, choose routes carefully. Regarding the Dayton-Pomeroy area, one visitor cautions, "If maps send you down Hartsock Rd (a right turn just outside of downtown Dayton) I don't recommend taking it. You will come to a steep canyon called Hartsock Rd. While the road is OK, not very wide, the grade is pretty steep."
Biking opportunities: Several cabin locations offer biking trails nearby. "We fully utilized the bike path along the river each day for nice long rides into Idaho and back to Washington," mentions a visitor at Premier RV Resort, highlighting the multi-state riding opportunities available near some cabin accommodations.
