In early 2026, I visited the Easy Pickings Mine Cabin on a tour of cabins around Saline Valley. There, I found this register containing a fun history of the folks who had visited in that time, as well as some of the work that had been done to the cabin in the 7 years before I arrived. I always like to archive this sort of information, as there's no telling when it will be "borrowed" from the cabin or otherwise meet some untimely demise.
If you've been to the Easy Pickings Mine Cabin, I'd love to hear your story in the comments below.
EASY PICKINGS PROSPET 2/22/18
3-11-18 - JEFF & CHRIS ANDERSON GREAT LITTLE CABIN!!
3-11-18 - Steve & Amy Wilson
3/25/18 - DREW, TOM & BLAINE: SPENT SEVERAL DAYS CLEANING AND MAKING REPAIRS - LEFT WOOD, BEER, H20 - PLAN TO BE BACK IN DAY W, MORE WOOD -
3-31-18 - Skip
Nice Cabin well taken care of nice to see !!
SCOTA - DARBY, MONTANA
3-31-18 - Was surprised to find this cabin while exploring around.
DAVID HAGE - KGD1H - WWW.SCOTA.ORG
4/6/18 - Jeremy Stoltzfus, NPS
Em Hoerner, NPS
7/26/18 - Back for another quick visit
Jeremy Stoltzfus, NPS
Sept. 3, 2018 - Stuart Gibson, Trinidad, CA
First found this in April of this year. I can tell by the condition of the wash that I am the first one here since the flooding this summer. Seeing how many remote cabins fall apart, it's clear that someone loves this one! I am going to make breakfast (at noon), read for a bit, and then probably head to the hot springs and see what 110 degrees feels like ☺
9/28/18 - Al + Rich
Nice Place!
11-24-18 - It's been a long day of travel. So glad to have landed in this beautiful cabin. Thank you to everyone for taking such great care of it.
Larry & Chris from Sac.
12-28-18 - 26°F outside but warm in here.
GoldExplorers.com
1-4-19 - SCOTA.ORG
Skip Last Time 3-31-18
Back again on the way to Xplove
Darby Montana
1-4-19 - Great to see this place again and still in great shape
DAVID HONE - K6DIH - SCOTA.ORG
1/13/19 - Stopped by - great condition - weather great
Jim
1/14/19 - Paul+Lee. First time here. Nice cabin. Thanks!
2/7/19 - Ben + Evan Swinging by en route to Saline. Can't believe there's Solor here! Beautiful cabin & wish we'd seen the canyon in the day (it's 7pm now).
3/13/19 - Sierraville, Ca
What a Great Spot...
3-25-19 - The last time I was here was around 1990 w/ Turtle Jim. We were running our dirt bikes from Saline Valley over country to Eureka Valley & Steele Pass. The cabin was occupied and the owners gave us gas. Great to see the Cabin so well cared for. - Major Tom Saline Chronicles @ timenspace.net
3-25-19 - Jerry + Kathy
3/27/19 - Alan & Matt stopped in on the way to Soline Hot Springs Via North Pass,
ADV aanichols , rider 914
CABIN IS BEAUTIFUL! THANKS FOR TAKING CARE OF IT. ... AND THANICS FOR STOCKING THE FRIDGE!
3-30-19 - Great Place ! Bob Workman, Mike Copen
3/30 - Stayed overnight. So awesome to be shown this secret gem. Total respect for everyone who's done the right thing. Continue to preserve the history & beauty. Been an amazing week of surprises!!
Jackie & Phil, Vista, CA
4/-28 - WHAT A GREAT FIND! GREAT DAY OUT TODAY PARTY CLOUDY 5-20 MPH WIND 7 DAY TRIP FROM SONOMA COUNTY
PAUL - CHRIS
4-4-19 - Ben, Luke + David on the way to Saline David needed to take a dump so I said I know a place. Here we are and it's beautiful.
5/4/19 - Came by and had some lunch here today on my way out from Saline. Cabin looks GREAT! Thank you to all who help keep this Cabin clean and hidden!
CHRIS
replaced the powerstrip the problem was that the cigarette lighter socket connect was badly corroded and the power strip was broken. disposed of desiccated mouse in trap
4/6/19 - RAN ACROSS CABIN ON A MOTO TRIP TO SALINE EPIC!
MATT/SCOTT/JASON
DAV & TOM - APRIL 21/22, 2019 - BACK AGAIN FOR CABIN MAINTENCE / REPAIR AND SOME DOWN TIME BE BACK IN THE FALL
5/26/19 - Underground Explorers spent one night. Replaced the outhouse toilet seat. Cabin looks great. Outstanding work!
06/09/2019 - Tony Landry, John Smith and Shannon Meade Were here. Cabin is in good condition. The night sky cannot be matched. Thanks to all who maintain this cabin.
06/19/2014 - 06/21/2014 Julius, Steve, Brad, Jenna, Matt, Ben
Aired out the cabin for a couple days, just kept the doors open. Lightly breezy weather. Too hot to sleep inside all night, just used one of the metal bedframes outside, incredible cabin, can't believe it's been maintained so well. Thanks to everyone who come before.
Also, Matt loves the outhouse.
9-20-2019 - Stopped by again after a night at the springs. Nice cool spell so great weather for Sept. Still haven't spent the night here, but definitely will some day! Now starts my favorite Season (Fall, winter spring) Probably will make 5 or 5 trips to Death Valley this season.
Stuart Gibson Orangevale, CA
10/13/19 - 10/14/19 - BACK AGAIN FOR FALL MAINTENANCE AND CLEANING. FINISHED PAINTING OUT HOUSE, RE-STORE OF BEAR BRICHES REPAIRED "P" TRAP AT SINK, GENERAL CLEANING, VEGETATION/WEEDING - GOOD TO SEE PEOPLE ARE RESPECTING THE CAMP AND PITCHING IN ON MAINTAINING IT FOR FUTURE GENERATIONS
B7J DREW, BEAVERTON OREGON,
J. B. JIM, CENTRAL COAST CALIFORMA
HOPE TO BE BACK IN EARLY 2020
11/6/19 - Here to visit. Thanks for all the work keeping the cabin in good shape
Ted Stundin, Ashland, OR.
11-15-19 - Climbed Eureka Peak, Zinc Benchmark and 6 other peaks - Adam + Frances
12-22-19 - Ben+ Liz swinging by. Needed to restock 3 beers From an April visit. Snacking on some smoked salmon & we'll be on our way.
12/28/19 - Paul and Lance & Kids. Father daughter trip. Four wheeled in from North Pass, fresh tracks in 12" snow. Stayed over night, slept 4 people on the for, had a fire all night. Played chess. Used the battery and put back on charger. Donated 12V magnetic flood light. Very cold!! Epic trip!! left Polaroid pic of kids.
2/8/2020 - Tim, Jason & Jeremy Sherwin paid a visit on our JTMs on our way to Saline Hot Springs!
02/13/20 - 02/17/20 - DREW & DAN BACK AGAIN FOR SOME R&R AND MAINTENALE, CLEANING. THANKS TO ALL FOR KEEPING TURN KEY FOR THE NEXT VISITOR. PLAN TO BE BACK IN FALL AND RE0TOCK FIREWOOD.
2/21/20 thru 2/23/20 - Discovered cabin June '19, Returned today for 2 nights. Storm w light snow. Replenished water, batteries in portable lantern
Dave L./R.T. Arnold San Diego, CA/Hemet, CA
Playing Cards, kalled 4 mice, more wipes, shop towels. Pay it forward!!
2/26/2020 - RON, SETI, GIRO JUST PASSING BY.
3-10-20 - EMPTIED A FEW MOUSE TRAPS, ATE LUNCH, GOOD TIMES
March 19, 2020 - Finally spending the night! Drove in from the north under falling snow and falling temps at 5pm. Battery LED lights and solar panel are awesome. Did have to brush 4" of snow off the solar panel. Stove is very good. Got the place up to a balmy 75°. Easily one of the best kept cabins around (and a fairly well-kept secret!) My day began with an exploration of the Nikolaus Eureka Mine. I found it to be very worthwhile as mines go. So I am self-isolating in the desert, safe from the Coronavirus, but now exposed to the Hantavirus! The world is falling apart like it never has in my lifetime, and yet poking around the desert, the unfolding catastrophe seems very far away. Eventually (soon), I will have to face the music.
March 20, 7am - Got down to 21° outside last night. Coffee and fire in the stove is a nice way to start the day! My itinerary for this trip includes a circuitous route up over Mengal Pass, down past Warm Springs Ranch, and all the way to Ibex Springs to finish checking out the roads and mines in that area. On the way I will make one last attempt to find Peter B. Kine's secret writing ledge (as described in "These Canyons are full of Ghosts"). Might stop by the burnt out remnants of Barker Ranch to contemplate the bathroom where Charles Manson was captured hiding in the sink cabinet. And, of course as always, I will swing by Saline, the most magical place in the West! But before all that: Breakfast in the very cozy "Easy Pickings Cabin". Tata!
P.S. Any handymen (or women) so inclined:
The porch roof over the main entrance has a bad leak (right above the door), creates a dangerous sheet of ice in freezing weather.
April 30, 2020
Jim Spreng
Madoka Belzel
We came to explore and SIP She did not leave me hooray!!!
May 2, 2020 - We are out on an adventure! The cabin is looking nice, this is so cool! So many people have been here, and yet, it is very secluded lodes like the place has been fixed up throughout the years. You definitely want to keep a look out for snakes! We went on a hike not too long ago, and there was a BABY RATTLESNAKE!!! It has been quite the adventure so far.
Pretty long drive too. And the out house is for sure cleaner than I expected! That orange radio is very interesting, and annoying. Stay creative and stay healthy! ♡♡♡
03-11-2022 - CHARLES (aka SKIP) PERRY.
A CALIFORNIA FORTY NINER!
May 23rd, 2020 - Arrived at the cabin last night before sunset. Found the cabin on Google Earth, first time visiting in person. Aidan cleaned out the entire place and did an amazing job while (Kevin) took a killer nap in the jeep. Aidan built a karn east of cabin on top of cliff. Met our other friend Logan who made the drive from Seattle in one day, complete sender. Found sticks of cinnamon in the cabin and made some amazing french toast. Heading into Saline Valley to see springs (hoping they're not all shut off) and then hoping to spend the night at Nelson Cabin (another first). Feeling lucky after having both K.K. and Worldbeater to ourselves.
-Kevin Lynch
(will be coming up w/ a group name soon....)
Aidan Davis
May 29th, 2020 - Backcountry cabin monitoring crew. Death Valley National Park. Help take care of this place.
Alissa Leavitt-Reynolds
Jeremy Stoltzfus
June 5th-7th 2020 - We stayed two nights here at this... nice cabin. This is our second time staying at the cabin, but the first time overnight. The screened-in porch wis fantastic and we enjoyed sitting in the cool breeze with a cold drink.! We took a hike down the canyon on.. one day, and a bike ride to Jackass. to another cabin (Boxcar?) flats to about 8 miles away. Great views! We were sad to see one of the cabins up the Marble Canyon burned down this past winter. That sucks! Lots of large lizards running around. We also saw bats at night. There were four baby birds huddled in a small nest in the outhouse, keeping warm. We fixed a few latches on the doors that were broken/missing. Attempted to vacuum with the Dirt Devil but the batteries didn't provide enough power, even w/a additional few solar panels we put on the roof while we stayed here. So we used the "manual" vacuum! Can't wait to return again! Very grateful that this cabin has been so well taken care of.
Jenn & Romy
Fish Lake Valley, Nevada
July 22nd 2020 - Chri's & Halo spent 1 nice night here to escape the wind! Stayed the past I nights up the canyon in the mountains.
Chris is human & Halo is a dog. Social distancing champions!, #ohwiss
13 AUG-20 - Sam and Nick stopped by to check in on cabin and road. Much better than expected, given the time of year. Here's to all that look after this place.
Nick & Sam
"Hell on Wheels"
"keep these places special"
@paramint 1234
*NO GEOTAGGING OF ANY KIND
14 Aug, 2020 - Cabin 6 of this trip, but far & away the nicest. Many thanks to all who maintain this gem. The porch is lovely with a breeze (which went away when I sat down...) Still enjoying the silence between fighter jet laps. Been a busy day for them.
-Ben Banet. Bishop, CA
Sept. 2, 2020 - Addey was here - last year.
Sept. 14 2020 - 'Keeping busy until I can legally go into the Inyo Nat. Forest again. Large portions of CA and OR are plagued by smoke from numerous forest fires. It's been a crazy summer and I'm about ready for it to be over! Had Saline all to myself on Thurs and Friday. I mean zero peeps (not even Lee was there). That is a special treat, ever without soaking pools. The wizard shower was great, as was the dishwashing station. But the cold pool at palm spring was the bomb in 700° heat! So refreshing. -S.G.
OCT 5 2020 - TOO SMOKY FOR FALL COLOR TRIP IN SIERRAS, SO I'M DOING AN EARLY DV TRIP THIS YEAR. THIS TRIP WAS PLANNED FOR MARCH, BUT THE PARK WAS CLOSED. STAYING A COUPLE NIGHTS, EXPLORING THE AREA, I'VE STAYED AT NUMEROUS ADOPT-A-CABINS, AND THIS IS THE BEST ONE! PLEASE BE VERY FIRE-SAFE HERE.
HUGH SMITH
MURPHYS CA
10-11-2000 - Still smoky but getting better
Group of 12 come out from Saline to Jack Ass Flats 3 Night Run.
Gear Grinders 4x4 Club President Matthew Shaw
I will always dream of you & love you with my whole Heart! Stuart
10/18/20 F Shah
10/20/20 - 10/23/20 - Beautiful Weather however this morning is chilly. Repaired roof with new roofing. Still need more. Replaced corrugated clear roofing on toilet. Killed 1 rat & 1 mouse - sorry universe. Explored upper Saline Valley. Great time with B-I-L. Jim Central Coast California
31 OCT 20 - WOW WHAT A FIND HUMRICK BRECH & PIGGOTT FAMILY (12 TOTAL) ON OUR WAY TO SALINE HOT SPRINGS & STOP BY FOR A LATE LUNCH + KIDS ARE SOOO EXCITED TO EXPLORE & NOW AFTER LUNCH WE DONT WANT TO LEAVE
4PM SET UP TENTS & POPUP TRAILER KIDS ARE DRESSED UP FOR HALLOWEEN & WE BROUGHT A BIG SPIDER PIÑATA STUFFED FULL OF CANDY WE ARE GOING TO BUILD A NICE CAMP FIRE TELL SPOOKY GHOST STORIES & CHEERS TO ME MAURER FOR LEAVING SUCH
A GEM BEHIND-THANKS FOR SHARING
FRESNO, CA
BRANDON & LORI, BOBBY & CHARLIE HUMRICK
BRICH FAMILY, BRAD, SARA, ETHAN & AUDRY
PIGGOTT FAMILY. RUSS & JENNIFER, CORA & JAMES
Stay Safe We love all!
HAPPY HALLOWEEN
5 November 4, 2020 - Ben, Sasha, Nadine, Garrett
Perfect stopover to soak in some warmth before a Snowy backpacking adventure. The birthday adventures continue for Ben!
25 and feeling frisky.
11/7/2020 - TONY JAMES GEMI JEN
11-13-2020 - STEVEN & CARLOS CAME BY HER ON A MOTORCYCLE LOOP FROM PANAMINT SPRINGS, BIG PINE THROUGH EUREKA DUNES, STEELE PASS & BACK TO THE REAL WORLD OF COVID, STOLEN ELECTIONS, DOOM+GLOOM. WHAT AN AWESOME ADVENTURE, BEAUTIFUL CABIN. PEACE OUT. SAFE TRAVELS
11-17-220 Trying out our new, Toyota Tacoma. Love the cabin! Next time we will bring some beers for the fridge.
Tony, Katharine
James, Skippy, Gemini
12/22/2020 - I HAVE BEEN COMING TO THIS AREA FOR ALMOST 30 YEARS AND HAVE VISITED MANY CABINS BUT THIS IS MY FIRST TIME HERE. MY SON AIDAN (SEE HIS LOG POST OF MAY 23) TOLD ME ABOUT IT. I WAS NOT PLANNING TO SPEND THE NIGHT BUT HAD AXLE / SPRING PROBLEMS ON MY OVERLAND XTERRA. I GOT HERE EARLY ~ 1:30 HAD LUNCH WITH MY DOG DINO, THEN TOOK A DRIVE BUT TO JACKASS FLATS. ROAD IS BAO AT FIRST BUT IMPROVES.
THIS CABIN IS A GEM! THERE ARE SOME WITH MORE ROOM + MORE VIEW BUT FEW SHOWING SO MUCH LOVE. I'M GOING TO COOK A GOOD DINNER BY THE FIRE & ENJOY!
CHAZZ HACKING SANTA CRUZ CA
EPILOG 12/23/2020
THE CABIN WAS VERY CLEAN ON ARIVAL BUT I TRIED TO DO A FEW THINGS, CLEANED THE SOLAR PANEL, SWEPT UP, "VACUUMED" CLEANED SOME WINDOWS!
PLEASE DON'T THROW CANS & BOTTLES IN THE FIREPCACE. THEY DON'T BURN, THEY JUST BECOME DISGUSTING
January 16 2021 - Winter family visiting from Edwards CA + Cypress.
We spent the day exploring and came up on the cabin. how refreshing it was to find this well preserved cabin in the middle of nowwhere.
It seems very well taken care of... we plan on coming back to make some memories.
It was great to have a bathroom and a place to chill for a bit. I hope every one who happens upon the cabin takes excellent care of it like everyone else has.
Death Valley 2021 Rios / Sandoval / Winter Family
Live life to the fullest always enjoy every second It's goes by way to fast
Anthony, Otay, Bishop CA
Hidden Dunes → marble → here → eureka peak→ dunes 80m loop
Ariane "psyched"! Awesome Cabin got a La Croix
Feb 11 - 14, 2021 - Dave L. from San Diego CA
Todd A. from Hemet CA
Back again for a Birthday trip. Plan A!! Again.
Please Resist the urge to Post this location on the web. It could mean the end of this place (e.g. Barker Ranch)
Always Replenish what you use and leave what you can.
We know you'll be back someday!
David L
Emilio From Santa Barbara
Matt Clausen - 2-2-21
Ben - 2/20/21
3/15/21 - What an absolute gift this cabin. Thank you owner & everybody who takes well care of it
Stayed for 3 nights and retreat.
Thank you, Ted, Daniel & Gringo the dog.
3/22/21 - CABIN IS IN GREAT SHAPE! NEVER SEEN IT IN BETTER CONDITION - THANKS TO ALL WHO HELP TO MAINTAIN THESE SPECIAL PLACES. LEFT A COUPLE KONAS IN THE FRIDGE FOR THE NEXT TRAVELERS.
rider914
aanichols ADV
3/27/2021 - CABIN LOOKS GREAT. FIRST TIME VISITORS PLEASE HELP KEEP THIS A HIDDEN GEM. CHRIS & BRO BRIAN
4/16/21 - 4/18/21 - STOPPED BY FOR A FEW DAYS ON THE TREK BACK TO OREGON - CLEANING, MAINTENANCE, RE-STOCKED BEAR BUCKS, ADDITIONAL BATTERY FOR THE SOLAR SYSTEM AND FRANKENWEBER. BE BACK IN FALL
B7J DREW, BEAVERTON OREGON
4/7/2021 - Quick trip - everything looks great. Trimmed nails in porch roof that were hanging down. Incredible weather - Can't wait till next time.
Jim Central coast, Cal.
4.12.21 - ???????? out on drive. stopped in to visit
4-18-21 - ?????? Nine was here. Spent one night! Great spot enjoyed are stay.
Thanks Fred!
4/29/21 - Rick E from San Diego great cabin, great SPOT!!
4/3/21 - SECOND STAY - STAYED HERE LAST FALL. ALSO HEADING TO SALINE VALLEY IN THE MORNING TO EXPLORE SOME OLD MINES IN THE INYOS. CABIN IS IN GREAT SHAPE - THANKS TO EVERYONE WHO MAINTAINS IT.
THE TOOL SHED DOOR NEEDS REPAIRS, BUT I DIDN'T HAVE THE TIME (OR ABILITY) TO DO IT. THE ROLLER WHEELS ON THE TOP OF THE DOOR HAVE COME OFF - IF SOMEONE CAN RE-ATTACH THEM, THE DOOR SHOULD GO BACK ON THE TRACK. THE ROLLERS ARE ON THE BARREL, JUST INSIDE.
THE ROLLERS IN THE FRONT CABIN SLIDING DOOR ARE LOOSE ALSO, THEY CAME OFF WHEN I MOVED THE DOOR, BUT I WAS ABLE TO GET EVERYTHING BACK IN PLACE. USE CARE MOVING THE DOOR, OR THEY WILL COME OFF AGAIN.
HUGH SMITH MURPHYS CALIF.
ALSO - STOVE TAKES 1/2 HOUR TO WARM UP, THEN IT CRANKS OUT THE HEAT! ONE "PRESTO LOG" IN THE MORNING IS ENOUGH.
4 PM - 67° 6 AM - 47° FIRST RAYS ON CABIN - 7:00 AM
4-3-21 - Tahoe Tammy 1st time here. What a delight of a cabin. Good times.
8-16-21 - Tahoe Tammy revisited awesome. Such a special well maintained Cabin. Recent water through the road. So had to build a rock bridge.
2021-09-08 - PATRICK'S 1st visit.
Nicest cabin within 100 mi.
So clean and well kept.
Thanks for allowing us to see this place
9/13/21 - QUICK LAYOVER ON MY WAY TO SALINE VALLEY. CABIN IS IN FANTASTIC SHAPE - VERY CLEAN! SOMEONE HAS MADE SEVERAL NECESSARY REPAIRS SINCE I WAS HERE IN APRIL (THANK YOU!) THE ROAD COMING IN HAD FLOOD DAMAGE FROM AN AUGUST STORM - THANKS TAMMY FOR THE REPAIRS! THE OLD TABLECLOTH HAS SEEN BETTER DAYS, SO I BROUGHT A NEW ONE. IF YOU MISS THE OLD ONE, IT IS IN THE OTHER ROOM ON THE SHELF.
HUGH SMITH
MURPHYS CA
ALSO: 82° @ 4PM DUSK @ 7:15 SUNRISE @ ABOUT 7AM, STILL WARM
PLEASE DON'T PUT THIS CABIN ON THE INTERNET - IT'S TOO NICE TO CASE!
9.29.21 - I cannot get enough of this cabin! I've Been here 3 times in 2 weeks. I'm calling it "the office"! I'm able to get shit done "workwise" and enjoy the quiet atmosphere! I've been to a bunch of these cabins and Def like this one the most. Cleaned up & left some supplies. M.F.
9.30.21 - By the way, Love Love Love this cabin. Just finished checking out Mazurka 4+4 jeep road.
??????? that was amazing.
Tahoe Tammy
10/14/21 - LEFT SALINE AFTER 4 DAYS, ALWAYS WANTED TO EXPLORE THIS AREA. WHAT A SERENDIPITOUS FIND. THIS HAS TO BE ONE OF THE BEST KEPT, MAINTAINED AND THOUGHT OUT CABINS I HAVE STUMBLED UPON! LOOKING FORWARD TO A PEACEFUL NIGHT. I SECOND THE COMMENT ABOUT KEEPING THIS OFF OF SOCIAL MEDIA. DON'T FUCK THIS PLACE UP BY BLABBING!! THANK YOU TO ALL WHO CARE FOR THIS PLACE.
SUNMAN - OXNARD
11/4/21 - MIKE REYNOLDS
FURNACE CREEK, CA AWESOME CABIN!
11/4/21 - It's a good day to have a great day!
- Michael Clark
- Cow Creek
So happy to be here exploring! ~ Elysia Letterman
11/4/21 - D. ORBACH
10/9/21 - It was so cool to stay here Thank you!
I never want to leave this spot is wonderfull looking through the log brings me joy!
It was wonderfull ??????? Mike
10/14/21 - ELEVATION: 5,566'
CAME BY TO SEE THE "EASY PICKIN'S" CABIN AND HAVE A LITTLE LUNCH. CHAZZ FIXED THE SHED DOOR (ROLLERS NEED TO BE ON OUTER MOST TRACK) ALSO HE CLEANED THE SOLAR PANELS. THERE WERE BEER CANS, BOTTELS AND CIGARETTE BUTTS ON THE KITCHEN FLOOR. WHO PUT OUT THEIR CIGARETTE ON SOMEONE ELSE'S FLOOR? WE SWEPT UP WOOD DEBRIS ON CARPET, AND GATHERED UP OTHER TRASH AROUND CABIN. ITS A NICE LITIE OASIS OF QUIETUDE UNTIL THE FIGHTER JETS SOME BARRELING THROUGH LIKE BANSHEES. VERY EXCITING TO SEE THEM SO LOW TO THE GROUND FOR THE CANYON. HERE'S TO KEEPING THIS PLACE UP. IT TAKES A VILLAGE
ERIN, CHAZZ AND OUR FEARLESS CROW CHASER, DINO DOG.
SANTA CRUZ
Sometimes being able to be part of this world means spending some time world's apart. Good to know places like this still exist.
B
Freeman, Andrew, & Victor
Nov 14 2021
Didn't expect this!
What a great find!
Love it Nov 28, 2021
B.B. + W.B.
12-3-21 - Andy
12/9-13/21 - Was beautiful but cold. Thank you so much for keeping this cabin so lovely. A true true retreat place
Ted.
12-27-2021 - Drove up from Saline in 1 foot of snow to show this to a friend. Caught up with a guy on a bicycle who was attempting to get to the hot springs but was forced to turn back. So we told him about the cabin! Happy New Year!
12-27-21 - Snowy outside and very nice! Theresa Yee
12-27-21 - I'm the guy on the bicycle, attempted to reach Saline Warm Springs but too much snow, especially for a bicycle with touring tires. Thanks to Stew for showing me where this cabin is. With a fire all you need is a T-shirt inside. Thank you to those who care-take this place.
Philippe
1/12/22 - WHAT AN AMAZING AND BEAUTIFUL PLACE THIS IS. VERY GRATEFUL TO MY FRIEND TIM TAKING ME HERE. ALSO, THANK YOU TO ALL PAST GUESTS FOR BEING GREAT STEWARDS OF THIS PLACE. MAY THIS PLACE PROVIDE HAPPINESS AND WARMTH FOR YEARS TO COME.
JAMES P.
Sat, January 22, 2022 - We found the cabin last night, came in around 4:30 pm. What a beautiful find. We laughed, feasted, and drank into the night (thanks to the wood-burning stove keeping us plenty warm.) Such a nice cabin, nice to see some snow in Death Valley as well! on to the Saline hot springs next. Thank you to all who keep the deserts, lands and cabins pristine. No place on Earth like this one.
♡ Torres/Reyes family
♡ PAM CARLOS NICOLE HUGO ♡
FEB 4-5, 2022 - Low 30's PM. High 40's AM. Wind 10-15 Kts...
Gave the fire place a run for the money... It works great and was able to get 250°-275° on the coleman stove on top of it for baking., Ciniman Rolls/Biscut's & Gravey and chocolate croissants! yum! Swept up, tried to vacuum but the Dyson. was not doing its job! It Pulls 980 Watts per HR if your interested. Cleaned the back... porch and stacked all the wood. More room now! Chopped a bunch of kindling for the next person. Cleaned under the sink. Sink drain is leaking so I put a 5 GAL bucket under it. Will empty when I leave. 409ed everything I could. Left a coin. We will all be gone one day, but this cabin has proved it's not going anywhere! Thank's to Mr Maurer leaving us all this legacy, we get the chance to take care of this cabin and Pay It Forward.
Travel SAFE & Keep the dirty side Down.
Alex Keler.
FEB 6TH - ALAN, CODY, & BBT STOPPED BY TO VISIT. We will BE BACK SOON & HOPE TO WORK ON THINGS AS NEEDED. GOOD LUCK & HAVE FUN
Feb. 11, 2022 - FORESTY FOREST ALBERTA, CANADA AMAZING SPOT! BIG THANKS TO THOSE TAKING CARE OF IT.
FEB. 26, 2022 - WHAT AN AWESOME CABIN !!! QUICK STOP FOR LUNCH TO EAT OUR COPPER TOP BBQ TAKEOUT PRIOR TO HEADING ON TO THE EUREKA DUNES FOR THE NIGHT. THANKS TO ALL THAT LEAVE IT BETTER THAN YOU FOUND IT!
JEFF AND RACHEL YEAGER
California JAGR BMB
*UPDATE* WHILE EATING LUNCH 2 LOW FLYING FIGHTER JETS FLEW DIRECTLY OVER THE TOP OF THE CABIN FROM THE WEST TO THE EAST FOLLOWING THE CANYON! IT WAS INCREDIBLE!
3/23/22 - Sherpa Seth was here. Beautiful Day. This Cabin is cool!
5/26/22 - Very interesting place - like a trek into the past and a piece of American history
Scott Perron
9/28/2022 - Stayed here a couple nights. Explored forest lands, blew a tire on my Jeep! Leaving safely to get it repaired. I love to see cabin is still in good shape - will be back - Paso Jim
4/9/22 - Visiting for our first time. Couldn't get power to work; most likely user error
-Kat & John
5/3/22 - Nathan D, Riley B, Jake D.
First time visiting - amazing cabin, could not get power to work. Traveling through for bachelor party - this was night 3 of 8. Thanks to everyone for keeping the cabin clean God Bless America
5/13 - Max L Bishop CA
I drive down random roads and was absolutely amazed finding this cabin. Stayed 1 night & had 1 beer. Next visit will bring stuff to leave our absolutely amazing cabin. Will be back with wife soon.
5/29/22 Underground Explorers Spent One Night. All Looks Good. Brad, Jeff, Kurt, Jason, Mike, Raymond, Jake, Sean + Steve.
6/15/22 Rossi Bobcat... all good!
10/16/22 - It's our last night in the valley and we stopped by to check out this cabin. It's great condition and the grill is a great addition! We passed by Briggs and Worldbeater (where we met the owner) but ended up camping. We spent last night at the dunes and are heading back to LA and San Diego.
Cam, Kevin, Connor, Klana
10/21/22 - G.P. WHITE - VERY NICE - THANKS.
10/21/22 - Mark W. - Very Cool - Great Find, Left Wood Cone.
10/31/22 - Potato was here - Bishop, CA
11/19/22 - First time in Saline Valley. Madhu & Stew was Here: Wanderless Souls just exploring hidden treasures of Death valley! 😀
Back to the magic with a first timer. Beautiful winter day and 6 days to explore the whole park, First.... Saline! -S.G.
12/10/22 - No tracks in since the snow. -Troy Wrightwood CA
New Pen
12/26/22 - Kevlar Peloso visited, beautiful spot!
Thank you!
02-07-23 This cabin is loved. Whoever did all this work. Thank you!
Jaime and Troy
8-6-23 - I was headed for Saline Hot Springs and I decided to check on the place, Haven't been down here in almost 10 years and let me say thank you! This place has Improved drastically. Gonna stay the night. Head for the springs tomorrw.
Brian Bakersfield CA
Pro tips:
Sprinkle Sand on the icy rocks pathway outside so you dont fall / slip
Set mouse traps at night w/peanut butter locked above sink (caught two)
Leave the place looking better than you found it! I am hauling off trash.
-Brian
-Panamint Playboys
4/25/23 - Just spent 10 days at the hot springs & decided to check out a few things on the way out. Love this cute little Cabin! RIP Fred & Betty you sound like wonderful people!
-Sarah Jane aka Wonderhussy
Tecopa, CA
30 April 23 - Kurt + Marsel Bayanica
Very nice hut! good job!
MAY 3, 2023 - (39° IN AM, BREEZY)
NO TRACKS SINCE LAST WASHOUT WE SLEPT OUT IN CAR-TOP TEINT BUT OUR DOG DID NOT WANT TO LEAVE THE WARM COZY CONFINES OF THIS CABIN. WOOD STOVE HERE IS DEFINITLY THE BEST OF ALL THE CABINS WE'VE EVER STAYED IN. (NO OFFENSE MAD DOG!) VERY LITTLE MOUSE DROPPINGS (MAO TZE DONG). FOUND AND DISPOSED OF ONE VERY DEAD AND DESCICATED MOUSE. *POWER WASN'T WORKING BECAUSE THE CIGARETTE LIGHTER SOCKET WAS BADLY CORRODED AND POWER STRIP WAS BROKEN, WE GOT IT WORKING AND ENJOYED THE LIGHTS WHILE EATING OUR HEARTH SIDE DINNER (REPLACED POWER STRIP) CLEANED OUT THE STOVE THIS MORNING. AND CLOSED EVERYTHING BACK UP. LEFT SOME SUPPLIES AND CLEANED OFF SOLAR. NOTICED LOTS OF BIRD ACTIVITY AROUND THE CABIN, INFACT, THERE IS A NEST BEING BUILT IN UNDER THE EAVES OUTSIDE THE PORCH BEHIND THE TAB ROOFING. -SWEET!
IF ANYONE KNOWS MORE ABOUT THE FOUNDER OF THIS CLAIM, FRED MAURER. PLEASE POST UP ON WALL - THANKYOU!
ERIN, CHAZZ + DINO DOG
ON LAST DAY OF 3 WEEK ADVENTURE INTO THE HINTERLANDS.
May 6, 2023 - 2nd time staying here - what a gem. So cleanly kept, and enjoyed the fireplace. Hiked down the wash almost to Eureka Valley. Long hike but well worth it to see the geology and mine activity. We couldn't get the power working but were able to hook up our own battery for the lights. Left a duraflame log, the others in the porch area. Looking forward to staying again!
37°F at night, 63°F during the day.
Chris and Aaron Carter
5/15/2023 - Tried to head up to Jackass Flats but were thwarted by a great boulder which has fallen in the road. Decided to revisit the cabin to see how it weathered the flooding from last summer. Happy to find it in great shape!
Elysia Letterman Furnace Creek, CA
Gena Mapel
7/11/23 - Jeremy Stoltzfus, Death Valley NPS
Isabella Bartels, Death Valley NPS, Colorado State University
26 SEPT 2023 - SECOND TRIP TO CABIN, LOOKS BETTER THAN EVER. HEADING TO HOT SPRINGS FOR MUCH NEEDED SOAK.
DAVE, MEHDI, CHRISTINE
BAY AREA
NOV 6 2023 - 5 days rolling around DV stumbled on to the cabin just love it thanks
The boys of GAK San Diego
11.10 - 11.11 - STEVE AND CARLOS TORRES HERE W/ RYAN, JASON, AND BRANDON. SPENT THE NIGHT CRAMMED INSIDE THE CABIN, BUT OH SO GRATEFUL FOR A WARM NIGHT. CLEANED UP AND LEFT SOME FIREWOOD. THANK YOU!
ON THIS DAY NOTHING HAPPEND
2023
11/24/23 - Cabin Stabin wit der boys
Justin, Leo
Had a nice Trip. Daniel R, Aaron
11/2023 - TURKEY DAY SHUTDOWN, TUBS ARE EMPTY
12/4/23 - SUNMAN CHECKING IN. HAPPY TO SEE IT IN ITS NORMAL TIDY CONDITION - WELL CONE!
12/13 - VOUNPHY & CLEMENTINE, THUMBS UP
12/16/23 - Cecil two thumbs up!
12/22/23 - Underground Explorers Spent one Night. Rehung the Patio Foor. Went Fown to 31. Always a pleasure to stay here. Dan + Mike
1-27-23 - I'm Buck (LAST time 3-31-18)
Skip, one always return to awesoneness
"DARBY" MONTANA
2023
2024 FEBRUARY 17 2024
FIRST ENTRY OF 2024
STRAIGHT OUΓΓΑ LOS ANGELES!
5 DAY TRIP WITH MY FRIEND ALEX AKA "OUGH!"
CLIMB NORTH PASS HEAYY SNOW 4 FEET OR MORE IN SOME SPOTS
ONLY ONE WORD TO SAY ♡COZY♡
OZZY SM BAMMF 2024
New Entry - Saturday, February 17.18, 2024 ~ We're 2nd end company. Basecamp was clean but needed some TLC. Current weather conditions low 30's to high to mid 40's plus the wind chill. The beds and wood burner was perfect. The humidity inside reached 50% cuz I left my pot of water on the wood burner. So, we took it off so to sleep cozy. This is a great location to just chill and reset. Look forward coming back soon. Oh before I forget. There is a ghost here @ this cabin. No it was not the American Flag rippling in the wind @ midnight I heard a voices outside, right outside the front door. We got up to check to find nothing
continued - 0800
Saturday, February 17/8, 2024 ~ This canyon runs forever. Capt. M decidal to allow (allow) for a holiday routine. Thank the Lord cuz my uniform was dirty from yesterday's hike. I guess I will call my wife on the grapevine phone to let her know that we are stuck @Basecamp. Cool cuz capt is paying me P2 time and PA time. Well goodluck and God bless.
peace out
James Stembeck
3/22/24 - Mike from The Underground Explorers spent two nights solo. Nice weather but windy. Someone lett the door from the cabin to the porch open. Cleaned up. Added soler string lights outside. Made a ghetto catch for the out house door. Heading to Saline. Wonderful to stay here as always.
3-24-24 - JANICE, JOE, SCOTTY & ANENE STOPPED BY FOR A QUICK VISIT. LOVELY CRBIN.♡
3.29.24 - Straight outta Big Pine, CA
Representing my tribe. Came for a sweet lil visit as it's my first time 4x4 ing - Raind
The Fitzgerald's were here! From Burlington. Wa. Great place!!
Zachary
4/12/24 - Victor, Lana, Johnathan. On motorcycles from Bishop CA wooo!
4/13/24 - Lance and Walker slept on the deck. Father/son trip 5 dads 5 sons. BB quum target practice, fun around the fire. Life at its finest. Praise God for this wonderful trip. Second trip here. Did father daughter in 12/14
Lance Des Baillets
4/13/24 - OLD MAN HOOVER WAS HERE
#BADLINESGOODTIMES
#THE_DMC
Keep it VIBING!
KEN & SHAWE LITTLE
Los Pinos 250 RUN
4/13/24 - Elliott and Conner #Bad lines good times
4/13/24 - "Dirt Dogs" from Vancouver, Canada + Mat from Bishop
4/14/24 - Barney, Bob, Mike P & Mike H
- Beat another group here by 45 seconds 1st come 1st served
- Nice & Warm fire inside - friendly native loved peanuts - outhouse very nice to have
- light rain & blowing wind
- will be back again - lack of running water annoying, but found to be acceptable given location
4/26/24 - Easy walk in from headframe near main road. Very nice little cabin. Thank you to all who keep this up! - Robk, Orange County
4/26/24 - Great, unexpected find?
Nick L. Santa Cruz
4/28/24 - Stayed 2 amazing nights. Left the place cleaner than we found it.
-Chris & Aaron
9/4/24 - Underground Explorers spent three nights. Someone left the main door open AGAIN. Side door to the porch was off the tracks AGAIN. What is wrong with people? Purt the side door back on the tracks. Added a latch and handle to the outhouse door. Repaired the shed door and fot it back on the tracks. Also added a handle - Mike + Ed.
5/24/24 - Eric, Marigris, Manny, Emona, Found the place nice & neat. We just check it out. Very cool place..
6-3-24 - Renlar & Travi's W.
Jarvis Signature Tours NV-USA
3 Jun 24 - DuGefresh
NICE TO FIND A CABIN WITH NO HUSSY. MIGHT STAY, MIGHT PUSH ON
6-16-24 - Death Valley Flood Recovery Team Stopped here while surveying the road. Nice little cabin. Would have cleaned up a bit if it seemed like it needed it - thanks to everyone caring for this place.
-Caroline + Lorna
TUES 8/6/2024 - BAD MAN OF BISHOP - BUCK OWENS NUUMV
SAT 9/28/24 - Our second visit this year and we are witness to the slow degradation of the cabin. The window was left open and the cover to the mine left to the side. The outhouse full of rats nests. Attempted to clean but the outhouse wall and door are so warped there is no way to keep the critters out. Will see if we can come up with & fix the next time we are out
~Aaron & Chris Carter
10/21/24 - WHAT A SURPRISE TO SEE THIS PLACE, AND SO WELL TAKEN CARE OF! I GUESS WE REALLY CAN HAVE NICE THINGS! SOLO IN, SOLO OUT. MAY COMES BACK & STAY TONIGHT.
DEAN K. WOFFORD HEIGHTS
10/24/24 - DON'T FALL DOWN THE MINE SHAFT LIKE I DID!
BEAT ROONEY AGAIN
RANDY MATHEWS THE O.C.
11/13/24 - Exploring the desert bit by bit. Heard of the cabin. Not enough daylight to make the dunes below. Next time. A warm spot. "This rock... This leaf" -RPiering, Zen and the Art
Jeff W
11/17/24 - Zock and Kyle Funk ♡
11/17/24 - Denton
SPENT OUR LAST NIGHT of OUR NORTH DEATH VALLEY TRIP HERE. WHAT AN AWESOME LITTLE SPOT!!! TRAVIS
11/17/24 - Neat spot. We were looking for petroglyphs but found this! Dan + Shelly
12/18/24 - Mike from The Underground Explorers spent one night. All the doors Were closed for once. Cleaned out the outhouse. Good weather. Not too cold. Heading to Saline.
1/12/25 - First (25ers) We Came exploring found this sweet place, Kalin
Always see these types of places on youtube, glad to have found something like this!! Keep it nice for years to come. Don't Be a Jackass!
1/21/25 - Have known about this place for years. Finally made it down. Even better than expected. Have taken care of a cabin on public land for years, but this surpasses it. Well done to whoever maintains it!
Josh Patterson
www.joshpatterson.photo
1/27/25 - Very cold, ??? one night, slept in the cabin and got it up to 91°. Always a long stay at EP. Also found interesting tracks in the snow leading from mine.
Chris & Ana
2/16/25 - Rode in on bikes. Been wanting to come here for years. Will be back in Jeep
Evan, Crish & Frank, Brian
2/19/25 - Spent a few days here with friends doing more maintenance. Weather beautiful except a little windy. Heading home tomorrow. Take Care & Enjoy
Paso Jim
2/17/25 - 2/28/25 - A FEW DAYS OF MAINTENANCE AND REPAIRS AS ??? AS SOWN TIME BEFORE 5001 TO FINISH OFF A PROJET OR TWO
#2515 BEAVERIOD OREGON
2/20/25 - Mike from the Underground Explorers spent one night. Everything looks good. Stove was still warm! Heading to Saline.
2/23/25 - Just stopped by to chill for a bit on my way back from Saline. 2nd time here, so cool. Did a moto ride to Eureka Dunes, Steel Pass and now out this way.
-Cecil, Mammoth Lakes
03/12/25 - #2515 IN AND OUT, WELFARE ☑
3/1/25 - Roger Accord, Bruce, Marty & Betty
3/20/25 - Sunny - Low 35 High 70 in the Sun ☺
Glad to see the cabin still in good shape! Last here 3 years ago: Time goes by way to fast! I'm again thankful for the warm cozy cabin to hang out at for the night. Off to Saline tomorrow.
Alex Keller
3/20/25 - First time coming to this area. Alex Keller brought me here. I'm loving the cabin and the area. I drove hare in FJ Cruiser and it was technical but fun. I will definitely be back...
Chris Collins
3/23/25 - CABIN NEEDS NEW POWER CORD TO INVERTER - DANIEL - STOP LEAVING POWER ON!!!
3/27/25 - Jason, Jason, Arlen, Brandon
3-27-25 - Found this gem of a place buy accident. a beautiful spot! / Lisa & Kevin / John
3/30/25 - Underground Explorers spent one night. Windy! Someone left the frog on the ground on the porch. Not Cool! Dan, Jeff, Jason, Mike, Marcos, Sean + Stere.
04/15/2025 - IT'S SO GREAT TO SEE A CABIN IN GOOD CONDITION. SO MANY HAVE DETERIORATED. JUST PASSING THROUGH AFTER HIKING ZINC, EUREKA, AND CREST. IT'S A GOOD DAY TO HAVE A GREAT DAY!
-MICHELLE CLARK, ELYSCIA LETTERMAN, MATT LAMAR
4-18-25 - Greg & James stopped by first time here. Awesome cabin! Best in the park.
4-21-2025 - Stu and Madhu back for the first time since the first time (11/23). This time, It's our first anniversary! Just spent Easter weekend at the Springs. D.V. forever...
4/3/25 - Dave and his FJ40 HI TRONA DAVE!
5-2-25 - NICE WELL EQUIPPED AND TAKEN CARE OF CABIN, PLEASE TREAT IT WELL PEOPLE,
James
5/3/25 Just passing through, nicely kept spot.
Ed
5/7/25 - DEAN & 1ST GEN TACO WERE HERE. LOOKING FOR SOME OTHER CABINS IN THE AREA. LOVE THIS ONE. CLEANEST/NICEST IN THE AREA. SHHHH. KEEP IT SECRET & INTACT PLEASE
5/11/25 - Nick, Dick, John and Kyle stopped in on bike and Bronco. Cabin is in great shape. We started in Cerro Gordo this morning and came through Saline Valley. 110°F on the valley floor. Much more pleasant here at the cabin. We are headed north to meet more friends as a final "hooyah" before getting married in 2 weeks.
I was last here 5 years ago. Place is in great shape. Keep the place special!
Very thankful for best friends and family
5-11-25 - It is very nice to have a place to take a seat out of the wind. Came in from Deep Springs Valley and Eureka Valley. The breeze made 90° just fine. Off to stay around North Pass tonight on a KTM 690.
-Jake
5-26-25 - Phil Konometa & Shawn Lum, Lone Pine, CA
7-1-25 - Steve Davis & 15 year old son Hudson Davis visiting to keep the family tradition going. My grandfather Fred Maurer would be over joyed with the way everyone has treated this wonderful cabin. Spent many hours as a kid down in the mine working for my grandfather. We'll be back out in September. One last note, it's nice to see my grandmothers painting she did still hanging over the bed where my grandfather slept.
Keep this place a secret!
Love You All and Jesus is King!
Steve Davis Hudson Davis
8-29-25 - Glad to finally find this place!
Scott Kelley Sebastopol, CA
10/19/25 - Timbo - Quick visit - Place looks great!!
10/25/25 - DUGEFRESH & RAT4SPD OUT ON AN EPIC 4 DAY TRIP
10/25/25 - Marley + Frank birthday trip 🙂
11/2/25 - Dave from Berkeley + Dan from Prescott
11/6/2025 - STOPPED HERE AT THIS CABIN TO EAT LUNCH AS LEAVING SALINE VALLEY, SUCH MYSTICAL BEAUTY AND SUCH GREAT PEOPLE. SPENT 8 DAYS & WILL Never FORGET IT. PEACE TO ALL BEINGS ON THIS PLANET. MAY WE AS BEINGS LIVE ON TO A PEACEFUL TIME WHEN WE CAN ALL BE BROTHERS & SISTERS.
-ART WALKER
EDMONDS, WA
11/18/2025 - Four wet days here, I bet about 2" rainfall. Plans on doing cabin maintenance, but hunkered down inside. Great time visiting with buddies. Need to reseal roof over porch. Sun eats up the Henry's seal. Back again Jim Central Coast Cali
11/28/2025 - SILVER BOB & MICHELLE
WE STOPPED FOR THE NIGHT ON OUR WAY TO THE SPRINGS. RUNNING LATE AND DIDN'T WANT TO ARRIVE AFTER DARK SO WE STOPPED HERE. WE HAVENT BEEN HERE IN AT LEAST 10 YEARS! SO GLAD TO SEE THAT FOLKS HAVE BEEN TAKING GOOD CARE OF THE PLACE!
4 & 5 & 6 Dec 2025 - Chuck from Northen AZ (Arizona)
Great discovery & comfant. Thank you for up keep. Disappointed (sp²), the solar or was not up & running. Found Solar panel ( X ) behind out house. Inverter was gone. Two vehicle size batt were found on xouth side of screen pouch - both DOA!
I'm amazed rodants have not overrun the place. How is this possible?
Lows at ~34°F
Picked up litter.
Honda XR Team's first visit to this incredible cabin. Big respect to those who have put so much love & sweat into this place.
-Aiden Bishop CA
- Matt, Big Pine
12/29/25 - Nina was here!
What a good cozy spot to stop on the way home from Saline Valley. Great time w/ friends.
-Collins 12/29/25
Delightful spot, thanks for having us ♡
- Rosco + fam
1/17/26 - First Stop on 4 day weekend trip. Nathan & Riley 2nd time here, No bats this time and freezing temps. Good thing we had plenty of wood to burn and beer to drink. Great start to the trip.
- Riley Oakland
- Nathan Castro Valley
Harley, Matt, Kate + Nick Family Fun in Death Valley!
1/18/26
David Hale
Tujunga, CA
1-23-26
Ryan Ling - Burbank, CA 1/23/26
@Red_4Runner
1-25-26 - What a well-maintained cabin - great work + THANK YOU! Just exploring a few spots on my way out today. This was one of the nicer ones for sure!
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