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Cabin rentals in the South Cle Elum region range from rustic forest service cabins with minimal amenities to modern campground cabins with electricity and furnished interiors. Lake Easton State Park Campground offers cabin accommodations alongside traditional campsites, providing electricity and basic furnishings. Taneum Cabin in Thorp features more rustic accommodations with flush toilets and shower facilities, though visitors should be prepared for wildlife encounters. "I want to start by saying that I have low expectations for hygiene and cleanliness, especially in rustic forest service buildings. But this cabin failed to meet my extremely low bar with its out of control mouse situation," noted one visitor about Taneum Cabin.
Rustic and deluxe cabins are both available, depending on the location. The Teanaway Guard Station offers a more secluded forest service cabin experience with minimal amenities, while KOA locations in Ellensburg and Leavenworth provide more modern cabin rentals with access to campground facilities like pools, playgrounds, and general stores. Silver Ridge Ranch in Easton maintains approximately 75 sites including cabin accommodations with electrical hookups. Based on reviews from The Dyrt, "The cabins are nice and nicely laid out on the property," though some locations like Silver Ridge Ranch have received mixed reviews regarding maintenance.
Most cabins include beds but require visitors to bring their own linens, towels, and toiletries. Cooking facilities vary significantly between locations - some offer only outdoor fire pits, while others include propane stoves or full kitchens. The Teanaway Guard Station cabin comes with a woodstove but limited amenities, requiring guests to be self-sufficient. Bumping Lake Campground, though farther from South Cle Elum, provides cabins in a lakeside setting with more remote atmosphere. Seasonal availability differs between properties, with some like Ellensburg KOA operating from February to November, while others maintain year-round accessibility depending on weather conditions and road access.
"It was smaller, yet felt large enough so you had your own privacy and space. There were clean facilities available, as well as drinking water and trash bins."
"Clean raised tent bed with pea-gravel raked evenly good for 6-7 person tent . Fire pit is decently sized approximately 3x2 with a flip top grill that covers half of it."
from $12 - $70 / night
Check Availability"They also have a few cabins to stay in. Our site was near the playground which was central to the camp ground."
"Need to book a year in advance. Super nice sites on the Yakima river. My parents rented a cabin and we're wowwed! Nice folks and awesome scenery. Power and water to tent site."
"Super close to cute towns and any needs. It rained most of the weekend, but we were cozy. 5.4.24 ATT 1 bar"
"Was great loved the outdoors there’s a store close by if u forgot something . Great fishing spots"
from $35 - $99 / night
Check Availability"Very pretty area outside of Thorp. Campground is primative, pit toilets, but does have water and garbage. Unfortunately, the site is closed from Labor Day through Memorial Day. "
"I’ve encountered an array of wildlife (grouse, beavers, elk) around Taneum Campground and love it. Higher up in the hills can get pretty windy but the area is beautiful to explore."
from $125 / night
Check Availability"Main thing to know is that you need to have a member of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints help you book. It’s technically owned by the church but they’re open to visitors using it."
"The new owners are doing a great job turning the property around. There is a large recent renovated cabin that fits up to 20 people you can stay as well. "
"This park is bounded on three sides by Lake Easton State Park. They were full, so I booked this place. It's a large park, gravel roads and pads, underneath a canopy of firs and some pine trees."
"The cabin comes with a stove & a battery lantern, with the expectation that you'll provide the fuel & the batteries."
from $40 / night
Check Availability"The site offers picnic tables & a triangle shaped fire pit. The fire pits have a grill grate over top of them that we cooked dinner on at night."
"Close to the river. The river noise will lull you to sleep. Only reason I didn't give a 5 star is the fire pits are totally not useable for grilling. The grills are 2.5 feet off the ground."
from $15 / night
Check Availability"It is walking and biking distance from town, right behind the Safeway, and has lots of amenities. Great place for kids especially there's tons of activities, playground and even a pool. "
"We’ve tent camped, stayed in the cabins and our class C RV. We’ve been in a variety of spots around the campground."
from $27 / night
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TravelerCute spot! Spots are tight. Water, electricity, showers and bathroom. Cute lil' dog park that is also a wedding venue. Great stop right before Mt. Rainier. We stayed in spot #10 a little tight for a 27ft camper, but we made it work!
TravelerThe heated bathrooms with showers were definitely comfort on our cross country road trip. We arrived after hours but because we already had made reservations that morning we were able to use the slider and enter the campground. Star gazing is always top priority. We headed down to the lake’s beach to snap some shots with my iPhone 14 Pro night, setting on a tripod and remote.
GuideWe spent one night here. Short walk to the riverside.
TravelerI like this park. Beautiful views. Very pleasant and clean. Right next to I-90, easy on and off. Though the highway sounds are a constant. Periodic trains from the other side of the lake (though I find this a positive). Full hook up spots. Can accommodate larger rigs, but a few spots are a little tight to get into. Also a very good hamburger spot near by.
RangerBeautiful setting Hot clean showers Good cell service Leave it Better Than you found it!
GuideThis is probably my favorite campsite I have ever stayed at. Everything is far enough apart to where it doesn’t feel over crowded or crammed. It was a noisy campground, so if you are looking for something quiet this is not going to be for you… but the views, beach, cleanliness, and free shower make up for it ten times over. They also have a very cute gift shop with some merch to check out. The south lot has the more wooded and private campsites whereas the north lot is more of an open space with few tress providing any privacy. The beach is a very rocky beach, and you will need water shoes. Paddle board and kayak rentals were available as well. Onsite campfire wood, ice, snacks, basic camping supplies, and ice tram truck, etc all available at the main store.
RangerJust pulled in on 09/06/2026 for two nights. Small and a little crowded, but it is Labor Day weekend. Good place to stay next to the Columbia River for a few days. Nice host and clean restrooms.
RangerIt's a nice campground and state park. The views are beautiful. There is access to nice trails that take you to the Palouse to Cascade trail with an old train tunnel nearby (about 2 miles from the west side of campground). Verizon cell service is great. Site 17, with full hook-ups is huge!
The interstate noise is no joke. I know everyone comments on it and I thought of course you can hear it, but I didn't think it would be that bad. There must not be any Jake brake restrictions along this stretch because I've heard so many semis. At least it slows down at night, but it's still loud.
GuideNice and clean. Dog and people friendly. Clean restrooms and a quiet walk to the river.
Cabin rentals near South Cle Elum, Washington sit at elevations between 1,900 and 2,200 feet in the eastern foothills of the Cascade Mountains. Winter temperatures regularly drop below freezing from November through March, with summer daytime highs averaging 75-85°F. The region receives approximately 25 inches of annual precipitation, with significant snowfall occurring December through February that affects cabin access and amenities.
Fishing access: Lake Easton State Park Campground provides convenient fishing opportunities with nearby boat rentals. "There is a boat dock right near the campground. A small general store is open until 5pm," notes a visitor to Bumping Lake Campground.
River activities: Many cabins offer direct river access for swimming, wading, or fly fishing. "It's right on the river and there's a pool. Rafting and fishing the Yakima river are great reasons to stay here," explains a camper at Ellensburg KOA.
Winter recreation: Cabins with winter access allow for snowshoeing and cross-country skiing on nearby trails. "Nice for camping in the snow," reports a Lake Easton State Park visitor, highlighting the year-round appeal of some cabins.
Privacy levels: Site spacing varies significantly between properties. "This campground was very nice. Our space had full hookups and lots of shade," explains a camper at Lake Easton State Park Campground, while others note more crowded conditions at different locations.
Natural soundscapes: River cabins offer soothing background noise. "The river noise will lull you to sleep," notes a visitor to American Forks Campground, where cabins are positioned near flowing water.
Wildlife viewing: Many cabins provide opportunities to observe local fauna. "We had a few small visitors including a chipmunk & a field mouse," reports an American Forks visitor, with various wildlife sightings common throughout the region.
Mouse presence: Multiple rustic cabins report rodent issues. "The cabins don't fully benefit from the heat of the woodstove. In the winter, you'll want a warm sleeping bag," advises a visitor to Teanaway Guard Station cabin, who also mentions preparing for mice.
Highway noise: Some cabins experience significant road noise. "Noisy, noisy, noisy, and noisy. From the sound of the highway to the insurmountable number of inconsiderate neighbors... forget getting any sleep," warns a Lake Easton State Park visitor.
Variable cleanliness: Maintenance standards differ between properties. "This campground was well kept with pea-gravel raked evenly good for 6-7 person tent. Fire pit is decently sized approximately 3x2 with a flip top grill that covers half of it," notes one Lake Easton visitor, while others report less satisfactory conditions.
Kid-friendly amenities: Some properties offer dedicated children's facilities. "Very clean facilities," notes a visitor to Leavenworth-Pine Village KOA, while another adds "There are events all weekend, a shuttle into Leavenworth, movie nights and a cheap pancake breakfast."
Swimming options: Water access varies by location. "The lake is within a short walk from the camp sites. The sites are also somewhat secluded which is nice for me since it provides some privacy," reports a Bumping Lake visitor.
After-hours procedures: Understand check-in protocols when arriving late. "We arrived after the ranger shack at the entrance had closed for the day, but they have a really easy phone registration process if you arrive after hours but before 10pm. After 10 pm they say to just pick an unreserved spot and pay in the morning," explains a Lake Easton visitor.
Utility placements: Hookup locations can require extra equipment. "Bring an extra hose because your connection may be at the front right of your camper," advises a visitor to Squaw Rock RV Resort and Campground.
Shared utilities: Some sites require coordination with neighbors. "Single utility service serves two sites. The water spigot has a Y splitter to share a single water connection. Power has one 30 Amp and one 50 Amp socket. The first rig arriving gets to choose which one they want to use," explains a Squaw Rock visitor.
Communication limitations: Cell service is unreliable in most cabin areas. "You're in a valley with NO cell service. Wi-Fi in the park is non-existent. There's a weak signal near the office," notes a Squaw Rock visitor, with similar connectivity challenges reported at most cabins in the region.
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