Clearwater Big House

About this site

Overview Clearwater Big House gives the feel of a winter chalet hideaway, even during the warmest months of the summer. Hiking, horseback riding and scenic drives abound, delighting guests year after year. The Clearwater Lookout Tower is a mile away. The tower is not open, but the area is nice for scenic views. An old trapper cabin was located at the current site and was later used as a ranger station. From 1928-29, a ranger built a three-room house and by 1933, the Civilian Conservation Corps was tasked with building a barn, warehouse, outhouse and garage. In winter, the cabin is well-suited for snowmobiling and cross country skiing on groomed snowmobile trails. These modes of over-snow transportation are required for winter access to the cabin. Recreation The cabin provides nearby access to hiking and horseback riding trails that lead to Teal Springs and the lush Tucannon River Drainage. The scenic drive along the Tucannon River Drainage to Sunset Point is also a recommended activity. In winter, snowmobiling, cross country skiing and snowshoeing trails are right out your front door. Facilities The cabin provides nearby access to hiking and horseback riding trails that lead to Teal Springs and the lush Tucannon River Drainage. The scenic drive along the Tucannon River Drainage to Sunset Point is also a recommended activity. In winter, snowmobiling, cross country skiing and snowshoeing trails are right out your front door. Natural Features Set on a gently rolling slope at an elevation of 5,600 feet, the cabin is nestled in a clearing dotted with young Christmas trees. The Wenaha-Tucannon Wilderness is nearby, stretching across the northern Blue Mountains of southeastern Washington and northeastern Oregon. The mountain slopes are carpeted with bunchgrass, lodgepole pine and subalpine fir. An array of wildlife, including Rocky Mountain Elk, bighorn sheep, white-tailed and mule deer, black bears, cougars and coyotes, may be spotted. Nearby Attractions The nearest general stores and gas stations are in Pomeroy, a 40-minute drive from the cabin. Charges & Cancellations For Changes & Cancellation Fees, please see Rules & Reservation Policies. Additional Info: This is a historic two-story rental cabin with 1,204 sq ft, accommodating up to 10 guests. Fully furnished with propane heat, lighting, cook stove, refrigerator, beds, and dining table. No indoor bathroom or drinking water; bring your own water and supplies. Vault toilet nearby. Outdoor fire ring and picnic table. Automobile access mid-June to late October; winter access by snowmobile, skis, or snowshoes from Rose Spring Sno-Park (~5.5 miles). Check-in 1 PM, check-out 11 AM. Entry by combination lock; call ranger district one week prior.

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Contact

• 509-843-1891 OFFICE HOURS MONDAY-FRIDAY 7:30AM-4:30PM CLOSED WEEKENDS & HOLIDAYS
• https://www.recreation.gov/camping/campgrounds/234272

Location

46.200411, -117.567583