TABLE MOUNTAIN A-FRAME

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At an elevation of over 6,000 feet, Table Mountain A-Frame is nestled in a forest of subalpine fir, lodgepole pine and Englemann spruce, offering guests a unique lodging opportunity in the Okanogan-Wenatchee National Forest. Built in the 1960s, the cabin was originally used under permit by the Boeing Company to test electronic gear at higher elevations. The structure came into Forest Service ownership when the company's special permit ended. The cabin is available July through mid-October, and is accessible by car at that time. It is also available from mid-December through early April, and guests must park at the Blewett Pass Sno-Park and snowmobile, ski or snowshoe 7.5 miles to the cabin with a 2,200 foot elevation gain. Some amenities are provided, but guests should be prepared to bring several of their own supplies. Entry to the cabin is by combination lock; guests need to call the Cle Elum Ranger Station at (509) 852-1100 from 7:45 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Monday – Friday for gate combination two business days prior to arrival No water is available at the cabin; guests must provide their own drinking water Please contact the Ranger District prior to arriving at the cabin to check on any restrictions or conditions, such as fire or road closures, weather or storms that may affect the quality of your visit Up to 24 inches of snow in a 24 hour period is not uncommon in this area; be prepared for winter driving conditions by carrying tire chains, extra food, water and clothing Cell phone service at the cabin is irregular and unreliable Do not split wood inside the cabin as damage to the floors can be costly Keep the building and grounds clean to deter squirrel, mice, rats, bears and other wildlife from area Please do not let pets roam freely, as they may endanger wildlife and plants Nearest services are over 35 miles from the cabin Pack out all food and garbage; sweep and clean cabin upon departure Doors and windows should be locked and all personal items removed upon departure Please use care not to track snow into the cabin The cabin is a no-smoking facility Check current fire restrictions before having any campfires Learn more about Okanogan-Wenatchee National Forest Don’t Move Firewood: Please protect Pacific Northwest forests by preventing the spread of invasive species. Firewood can carry insects and diseases that can threaten the health of our western forests. You can make a difference by obtaining and burning your firewood near your camping destination. Visit Dontmovefirewood.org for further information.