Cabin rentals near Skykomish, Washington range from basic to deluxe accommodations across several state parks and private campgrounds. The area sits at approximately 930 feet elevation in the Cascade Mountains, surrounded by national forest land with dense evergreen coverage. Winter temperatures frequently drop below freezing while summer brings moderate temperatures between 65-80°F.
What to do
Hiking near campsites: Old Cascades Highway Dispersed camping area provides easy access to riverside trails. "We could walk to the river and sit by it for the evening before heading back to the car to sleep," notes a camper at Old Cascades Highway Dispersed.
Water activities: Lake Wenatchee State Park Campground features a sandy beach with swimming areas. "The lake is gorgeous but very windy! It's great for a night," reports a visitor, while another mentions "a boat launch" available for campers bringing watercraft.
Winter activities: Many cabins maintain year-round availability for winter recreation. "Nice for camping in the snow," notes a reviewer about Lake Easton State Park Campground, which offers both summer and winter access to its cabins.
What campers like
River sounds: Multiple campers mention the calming effect of river noise near cabins. "Enjoyed the sounds of the waterfall/river all night, never heard a single car," writes one camper about their stay at Old Cascades Highway.
Private spaces: Kanaskat-Palmer State Park offers well-separated cabin sites. "The spaces are very private and spread out. Everything is clean including the bathrooms," shares a recent visitor to Kanaskat-Palmer State Park.
Heated facilities: Several parks provide heated restrooms during winter stays. One camper at Kanaskat-Palmer noted, "Bathrooms in that loop were pretty nice... heated and very clean," making off-season cabin stays more comfortable.
What you should know
Noise considerations: Highway and train noise affects some cabin locations. "Noisy, noisy, noisy, and noisy. From the sound of the highway to the insurmountable number of inconsiderate neighbors... forget getting any sleep," warns a camper at Lake Easton about sites near the road.
Reservation timing: Most cabins require advance planning, especially during peak seasons. Tolt MacDonald Park has particularly limited availability during events like "TimberFest happens here yearly," according to a visitor at Tolt MacDonald Park.
Insect preparation: Summer months bring mosquitoes to many cabin areas. "Be prepared for mosquitoes. But other than that very clean nice campsite," advises a visitor at Lake Wenatchee State Park Campground.
Tips for camping with families
Kid-friendly amenities: Some cabin locations offer specific family facilities. "There is a playground, store with snacks and basics, and accessible and gendered restrooms," reports a visitor about Lake Wenatchee State Park's south campground.
Entertainment options: Several campgrounds provide recreational facilities near cabins. Tall Chief Campground features "pool, miniature golf, playground and basketball," making it suitable for families with varied interests.
Safety awareness: Rangers actively patrol some cabin areas for security. "This campground is heavily patrolled by the park rangers. I usually have contact with them in my campsite at least twice a day," explains a frequent visitor to Kanaskat-Palmer State Park.
Tips from RVers
Leveling challenges: Some cabin and RV sites require leveling equipment. A visitor to Kanaskat-Palmer noted, "It was advertised as ok for a Motorhome but the gravel pull through was so not level the jacks pushed the front tires 6 inches off the ground."
Power limitations: Electrical capacity varies between cabin campgrounds. "There are a few 50 amp sites but from what I saw they were all taken by RVers that are there on a more permanent basis," reports a camper at Tall Chief Campground.
Site selection: Riverside sites often lack sewer connections. "Riverside no sewer hookups but have dump station by where you check in. Perfect to check in dump if you stay on river side," advises an RVer at Thousand Trails Thunderbird.
