Cabins near Valleyford, Washington offer overnight accommodations in a region characterized by rolling hills, pine forests, and seasonal temperature swings from 20°F winters to 90°F summers. Located at approximately 2,400 feet elevation, the area receives moderate rainfall concentrated in spring months. Cabin rentals tend to be most limited during July and August when occupancy rates reach 85-95%.
What to do
Hiking trails access: Liberty Lake Regional Park offers an extensive trail system with varying difficulty levels. "The campground is close to the water and lots of picnic areas. The RV spots are pretty close, but is surrounded by nature and trails," notes one visitor about the park's natural surroundings.
Water recreation options: Clear Lake Recreation Area provides multiple water-based activities during summer. According to one review, "Clear Lake Recreation Area is amazing! The scenery is beautiful, and there are plenty of activities for everyone." The lake allows swimming, fishing, and non-motorized watercraft use.
Wildlife viewing: Camp Coeur D Alene has hiking paths with wildlife spotting opportunities. "There's nearby wildlife, including a resident moose. We didn't get to see her but enjoyed looking," shares a recent visitor. The campground borders undeveloped forest areas where wildlife is common.
What campers like
Secluded cabin settings: Many cabins provide a sense of privacy despite proximity to other accommodations. "We showed up May 1st, the first day they opened! The campground has beautiful treed sites with lots of amenities," notes a Camp Coeur D Alene reviewer.
Lake views: Ruby's Resort & RV @ Silver Lake offers waterfront cabin options with scenic perspectives. "Beautiful views, calm, and quiet area," mentions one camper. Several cabins provide direct lake access for fishing or swimming.
Varied accommodation sizes: Cabin options range from basic one-room structures to multi-room units. "Our site worked great for our Sprinter van. Site is crowded for larger pull through but it appeared to work for the campers," notes a visitor about Camp Coeur D Alene's layout flexibility.
What you should know
Reservation requirements: Summer bookings fill quickly, especially at waterfront locations. As one Hawleys Landing Campground visitor notes, "Stayed on a Friday night and all campsites were in use, so would definitely recommend reserving in advance."
Bathroom facilities: Cabin bathrooms vary significantly between locations. "Bathrooms and showers were far away and weren't that great," mentions a Ruby's Resort reviewer, while another notes about Clear Lake Military, "Nice playground and restrooms with a shower."
Temperature considerations: Summers can be hot with limited shade at some locations. One visitor to Liberty Lake Regional Park observed, "Was very hot here in July with no wind. Shower is ok not great."
Tips for camping with families
Swimming areas: Liberty Lake Regional Park provides designated swimming zones with gradual entry. "It has paved/gravel roads. The road in was kinda sketchy if you are pulling a large RV. It is surrounded by a heavily wooded area that is very beautiful and well kept up," notes a visitor about the park's amenities.
Activity rentals: Several locations offer equipment rentals for family activities. "You could take paddle boats out onto the lake if you wanted," shares a Camp Coeur D Alene guest, while another mentions, "They had firewood for sale, a pool, and clean showers and bathrooms."
Budget planning: Cabin costs vary significantly based on amenities and location. A Liberty Lake visitor points out, "Only reason I am not giving this five stars that's because it runs between 35 to 75 a night to stay there ranging from camping to full RV hookup."
Tips from RVers
Site preparation: Spokane KOA Journey provides cabin alternatives when RV sites are limited. "This KOA was a convenient stopover for us during our travels on I-90. The staff were nice and the site was level," notes one traveler.
Noise considerations: Ambient sounds vary significantly between locations. "A nice campsite close to Spokane and Idaho. Friendly staff and clean. I really like this spot, but the noise from the trains is loud," advises a Spokane KOA visitor.
Cell service coverage: Connectivity varies between cabin locations. One Liberty Lake camper reports, "Cell service is solid att and Verizon. Nice hiking and cycling trails," while a Camp Coeur D Alene visitor notes, "We had a very comfortable stay and were able to connect to the wifi at our tent site."
