About Spring Valley Cabin & Bunkhouse
Overview The Spring Valley Cabin and Bunkhouse offer a peaceful retreat with spectacular views of the San Francisco Peaks, quiet solitude, wildlife viewing opportunities, and access to nearby trails. All just minutes away from the City of Flagstaff and an hour from the spectacular Grand Canyon National Park. This getaway can host up to 17 people between the cabin and adjacent bunkhouse. The facility can be accessed by vehicle; Forest Road 74 is not maintained during winter and may be closed during heavy snowfall. The distance from the winter parking area to the cabin is one mile. Guests are responsible for their own travel arrangements and safety and must bring several of their own amenities. Please monitor winter road conditions here on the Forest Service's Spring Valley Cabin webpage .Recreation With miles upon miles of national forest and park lands to explore, visitors have no shortage of outdoor activities from which to choose. The cabin is adjacent to the Spring Valley Trail System, which provides access to the cabin when the roads are covered in snow. Hiking, horseback riding, and mountain biking are very popular in this area, and there are plenty of trails. Kendrick Mountain Wilderness is nearby and provides several trailheads and entry points into designated wilderness. Visitors might be lucky enough to spot wildlife such as elk, mule deer, wild turkeys, javelina, coyote and numerous birds and raptors that live in the area.Facilities The facility is made up of two buildings, and can accomodate ten people at the main cabin and seven in the bunkhouse. The cabin has a living/dining area, a side room with a woodstove, a bedroom, a restroom with flushable toilet and shower, and a kitchen with drinking water and plenty of kitchen supplies (i.e. propane range stove, refridgerator, microwave, and dishes). The cabin can sleep up to ten people and has an arrangement of three bunk beds with twin sized mattresses and two futon couches. Electric/propane heaters are avai
How to Get There
From Flagstaff, follow Interstate 40 west for about 30 miles and take exit 178 at Parks. Proceed north one-tenth of a mile and turn left onto Old Route 66 for about a half-mile. Then turn right at the Old Parks Store onto Spring Valley Road/County Road 141 and continue to the intersection of Forest Road 76, just past milepost 8 (pavement ends just before reaching milepost 6). Look for the Spring Valley Cabin sign. Turn left on Forest Road 76, and proceed less than a mile. The cabin will be on the left.From Williams, travel east on Interstate 40 for about 14 miles and take exit 178 at Parks. Follow the directions above to the cabin.
Driving directions (Google Maps) →What to Pack for Your Stay
Tuned to the live forecast for this park.
👔 What to Wear
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Moisture-wicking T-shirt
Light color, breathable.
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Lightweight shorts or pants
Quick-dry preferred — sweat dries fast.
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Brimmed sun hat
Better than a cap for back-of-neck protection.
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Trail runners
Breathable mesh uppers.
🎒 What to Pack
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Water
Bring at least 1L of water; more in heat.
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High-energy snacks
A snack for the trail.
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Sun protection
Sunscreen, sunglasses, brimmed hat.
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First-aid kit
Blister patches, ibuprofen, tape, antiseptic wipes.
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Offline map
Download your route in advance via Gaia, Caltopo, or OSM-based apps.
Recommendations adapt to the current forecast + trail stats. Use them as a starting point — local conditions, your experience, and the time of day you start all matter.
Plan Your Visit to Spring Valley Cabin & Bunkhouse
Heading to Spring Valley Cabin & Bunkhouse? A few things to know before you go:
- Reservations: popular sites fill up fast — check Recreation.gov 6 months in advance
- Fees: day-use and camping fees vary; check current rates on the official park page
- Trash & pack-out: follow Leave No Trace principles
- Wildlife: store food in bear boxes where provided; never feed wildlife
- Weather: the 5-day forecast above is updated every 6 hours; verify just before you go
Frequently Asked Questions
Do I need a reservation for Spring Valley Cabin & Bunkhouse?
No central reservation system listed for Spring Valley Cabin & Bunkhouse. Check the official page (https://www.recreation.gov/camping/campgrounds/234439) for the latest entry policy and availability.
How do I get to Spring Valley Cabin & Bunkhouse?
From Flagstaff, follow Interstate 40 west for about 30 miles and take exit 178 at Parks. Proceed north one-tenth of a mile and turn left onto Old Route 66 for about a half-mile. Then turn right at the Old Parks Store onto Spring Valley Road/County Road 141 and continue to the intersection of Forest Road 76, just past milepost 8 (pavement ends just before reaching milepost 6). Look for the Spring V…
How do I contact Spring Valley Cabin & Bunkhouse?
You can reach the park at phone: 928-635-5600 WILLIAMS RANGER STATION 8-4:30 M-F.
References & Official Resources