Red Ives Cabin
Campground · Idaho · 1 bookable site ·
Managed by the USDA Forest Service
St. Joe National Forest (NF) · Open Access
- 1
- Bookable site
- up to 8
- People per site
- 3,724 ft
- Elevation
Overview
Red Ives Cabin is a popular location in the Idaho Panhandle National Forests. It served as the Ranger Station for the Red Ives Ranger District of the St. Joe National Forest from the 1930s to 1984. Attractions include its location on the St. Joe Wild and Scenic River. It is located 86 miles southeast of St. Maries, Idaho on Forest Road 218.
The Cabin requires an entry key code to get in. Contact St. Joe Ranger District for instructions if you have a reservation at 208 245 2531.
Recreation
Red Ives offers several recreation opportunities from hiking and OHV use to world-class fishing and wildlife spotting. The St. Joe River also offers opportunities in floating and kayaking.Facilities
The cabin features two bedrooms (one queen, two sets of bunkbeds and one queen size futon), kitchen, living room, bathroom and covered front porch; propane stove/oven and refrigerator; hot water, flush toilet and shower/tub. Battery lanterns are provided for lights, however visitors are recommended to bring additional battery operated lights. A gas log fireplace provides heat. Absolutely no pets.
Natural Features
The facility is set alongside the St. Joe National Wild and Scenic River. The terrain is mountainous with steep drainages and heavily forested mountain sides.Nearby Attractions
Avery is the nearest town for conveniences.The facts
- 1 bookable site
- Up to 8 people per site
- Loops: RED IVES CABIN
Site types
- 1 Cabin Nonelectric
Amenities
- Campfires allowed
- Fire pits
- Picnic tables
- Grills
- Shade
Not recorded upstream: electric hookups, water hookups, sewer hookups, pets allowed.
1 campsite at Red Ives Cabin
Check-in 2:00 PM · Check-out 11:00 AM
| Site | Loop | Type | Entry | Surface | Grade | Water | Max rig | People | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Red Ives Cabin | RED IVES CABIN | Cabin Nonelectric | Pull Through | Gravel | Slight | Riverfront | — | 8 |
Getting there
47.05659, -115.35153 · 47°3'23.7"N 115°21'5.5"W
Typical weather
| Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| High °F | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| Low °F | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| Precip in | 8.8 | 7.2 | 7.4 | 5.2 | 4.1 | 3.6 | 1.3 | 1.4 | 2.4 | 5.3 | 8.2 | 8.9 |
1991–2020 averages from the nearest NOAA station, 16 mi away — not measured at the facility itself, and elevation can make a real difference over that distance.
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Common questions about Red Ives Cabin
- Can you reserve a site at Red Ives Cabin?
- Yes, Red Ives Cabin is reservable through Recreation.gov.
- How many campsites does Red Ives Cabin have?
- 1 site.
- Are campfires allowed at Red Ives Cabin?
- Campfires are allowed at Red Ives Cabin. Check for a current fire restriction before you go.
Camping near Red Ives Cabin
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- Red Ives Cabin less than 0.1 mi · Facility
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- Fly Flat Campground 4.3 mi · Campground
- Conrad Crossing Campground 7.7 mi · Facility
- Mammoth Springs Campground 13.5 mi · Campground
- Isabella Point Trailhead 16.2 mi · Facility
- Tin Can Flat Campground 17.4 mi · Facility
- Hidden Creek Campground 17.5 mi · Campground
- Little Joe Campground - Lolo NF 17.9 mi · Facility
Contact
- Phone (208) 245-2531
- Email jbiar@fs.fed.us
- Book Recreation.gov
Recreation.gov last updated this record on 2026-02-25.
Facility information and photographs from Recreation.gov (RIDB). SpotOpened is not affiliated with Recreation.gov or any federal agency.
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