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Interrorem Cabin - Washington

Olympic National Forest

History

Interrorem Cabin was built in 1907 as the first administrative site of the Olympic National Forest, which, at the time, included the area that is now Olympic National Park. Emery J. Finch, Ranger and Hoodsport pioneer, built the cabin for his new bride, Mabel, and they moved in on April 22, 1908. Between the years 1933 to 1942, the station hosted several government programs such as the ERA (Emergency Relief Administration), WPA (Works Progress Administration) and the CCC (Civilian Conservation Corps). From 1942 to 1986, the cabin was a fireguard station, and from 1986 to 1994, it was used by Forest Service volunteers.

Description

The charming, historic cabin is a one-story, square, peeled-log building and includes an open porch across its facade and a pyramidal cedar shake roof. It has a kitchen furnished with a dining table and chairs, a living room with a futon couch/bed, and bedroom with twin bunk beds. A propane heater keeps it cozy during the winter months, and it is also equipped with a propane cook range, refrigerator and lights. Propane is furnished. No water available on site. During camping season (mid-June through September), potable water is available from a hand pump well at Collins Campground, 1 mile west on Forest Service Road 2510. Otherwise visitors must bring plenty of water for drinking, cooking and washing.

An outdoor vault toilet is located near the cabin. There is also a fire ring for barbecuing and campfires, and a picnic table for outdoor dining.

Area Attractions & Activities

The cabin is conveniently located near The Brothers Wilderness, Hood Canal and Olympic National Park. Enjoy excellent short family day hikes from the cabin, fishing, bird watching, wildlife viewing and the rain forest atmosphere. A nature trail with interpretive signs and historic photos that describe the life of Emery and Mabel Finch is located behind the cabin. The trail begins near Ranger Hole Trailhead parking lot.

Amenities

• Vault Toilet
• Propane Heater
• Cook Range
• Refrigerator
• Lights
• No Water
• Fire Ring

There is no additional camping on the site.

Pets

No pets allowed.

Smoking

No smoking.

Directions

Travel approximately 22 miles north of Hoodsport on Highway 101 to the Duckabush Recreation Area, and turn west onto the Duckabush River Road, Forest Service Road 2510. Follow the Duckabush Road for 4 miles to the end of the pavement. Interrorem Cabin is on the left side of the road.