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NRSO |
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Horsethief Cabin is situated in a clearing of Ponderosa pines at an elevation of over 6,000 feet in the Bradshaw Mountains of the Prescott National Forest. The original cabin was built in 1939 as quarters and a staging area for Forest Service crews charged with protecting the southern end of the Bradshaw Mountains against wildfires. The cabin was remodeled and modernized over the years, but eventually fell into disuse by the 1980s. The historic structure now enjoys a second life as a rental cabin, providing a unique recreation opportunity for visitors to the Prescott National Forest. |
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From Phoenix, take I-17 north to Exit #259. Go west on County Road (Cty Rd) #73 to Cordes. At the stop sign, turn left (south) onto Cty Rd #179 and then travel 3.5 miles to where the roadway diverges left and right ("Y"). Stay right at the "Y" and travel another .5 miles to a stop sign. Turn right onto Cty Rd #59 and travel west, through Cleator and to Crown King. In Crown King, take Forest Road (FR) 259A south at the junction of FR 259A and FR 259 and go 0.5 mile to the junction of FR 52. Take FR 52 southeast for about 6 miles to the Horsethief Basin Recreation Area. Turney Gulch is approximately one mile past Horsethief Lake. |
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The cabin can accommodate up to six people and is furnished with four beds, including, two twin beds, one queen bed, and one double futon. The cabin is equipped with running water, electricity, propane heater, and fans for cooling. The kitchen has all the basic amenities including a sink, propane stove/oven, refrigerator, toaster, coffee maker, and table with five chairs. The bathroom has a flush toilet, sink, and shower. There is a fire pedestal grill, fire ring, and picnic table on site. Although the cabin has several amenities, guests must also provide a few of their own supplies, including food, sleeping bags, linens, towels, dish soap, matches, first aid kit, and garbage bags. The Homeland Security recommends a well prepared Emergency Kit for any emergency. |
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HORSETHIEF CABIN |
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74085 |
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http://www.reserveamerica.com/campsiteSearch.do?contractCode=NRSO&parkId=74085&cmp=39-32--joewils |
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A must to safely negotiate moderate to steep, narrow, winding, user-impacted, and severely eroded portions of roadway. Please respect the check-in and check-out times of 2:00 P.M. and 12:00 P.M., respectively. This two hour window allows for reoccurring maintenance to be performed A four-digit code included in the confirmation letter will gain access at the entrance gate, and the cabin. Please keep gate(s) closed at all times Cell phone coverage is unreliable and there is no phone at the cabin Reservation dates may be subject to weather conditions Pets are not permitted in the cabin Bears are present in the area; do not leave any garbage or food outside or food in your vehicle Pack out food and garbage and clean the facility before you leave Chainsaw use is prohibited between the hours of 9:00 a.m. and 8:00 p.m. The cabin is a no-smoking facility To prevent damage to the fire pedestal grill, use only charcoal for grilling Fireworks are prohibited on all national forest lands Off-highway vehicles are only allowed on designated roads and trails Learn more about the Prescott National Forest. Don't Move Firewood: Prevent the spread of tree-killing pests by obtaining firewood near your destination and burning it on-site. For more information visit dontmovefirewood.org. |
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Horsethief Lookout Tower as well as Hazlett Hollow and Turney Gulch Campgrounds are in close proximity to the cabin. |
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The nearby Castle Creek Wilderness is defined by rugged and diverse terrain ranging from lower elevations with saguaro cactus, palo verde, mesquite, jojoba, cat claw, and grasslands to higher elevations dominated by piñon pine and juniper. Dense populations of mule deer and javelina inhabit this area, along with a few mountain lions, bobcats, black bears, coyotes, rabbits, foxes, skunks, and badgers. Snakes and lizards live here, and numerous birds soar overhead, including doves, quail, hawks, owls, ravens, jays, and many smaller species. The area is rich in history, including early Native American inhabitants and later in the 1860s, home to horse thieves and rustled livestock. Evidence of historical mining activity abounds in this area, especially in the nearby community of Crown King. |
| recreationDescription |
Anglers will appreciate the short hike from the cabin to Horsethief Basin Lake, stocked with largemouth bass, channel catfish and sunfish. Non-motorized boating is also available at the lake. Hikers will have plenty of opportunities to explore the area on trails leading to Horsethief Canyon, Twin Peaks, Castle Creek and Jim Creek. Off-highway vehicles have several roads and trails available for travel, and a Forest Service fire lookout tower and a campground are in close proximity. |