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Peterson Prairie Cabin

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  • 1 site for cabin campingReservable on Recreation.gov
  • At 2,981 ft
  • Near Trout LakeMt. Adams Ranger District · Gifford Pinchot National Forest

The Peterson Cabin is located on the Mt. Adams Ranger District, is powered by propane, and wood heat and can sleep six people. The cabin was salvaged from demolition in 2014 and moved into place of a cabin that was razed by fire in 2012. The cabin has been meticulously restored and is open year round. Between December 1st and April 1st the road to the cabin is closed. Parking at Atkisson Sno-Park is required between these dates and a Washington State Sno-Park Pass is required. Ski, snowshoe or snowmobilers can access the cabin from Atkisson Sno-Park.

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  • Best time to go · Apr–Oct

    Best time to visit Peterson Prairie Cabin

    Best months: April–October. Best months have typical highs of 55–85 °F, lows of 30 °F or warmer (32 °F where the station doesn't record snow), at most one snowy day and no more than 12 wet days.

    1. Jan

      39° / 26°

    2. Feb

      43° / 27°

    3. Mar

      49° / 29°

    4. Apr

      58° / 33°

    5. May

      68° / 40°

    6. Jun

      74° / 45°

    7. Jul

      84° / 50°

    8. Aug

      84° / 49°

    9. Sep

      75° / 42°

    10. Oct

      60° / 35°

    11. Nov

      45° / 30°

    12. Dec

      37° / 25°

    Typical high / low (°F) and days with rain or snow, 1991–2020. Measured at Mt Adams Rs, WA, 6.1 mi away at 1,950 ft. The station sits about 1,000 ft lower than this place, so expect it a little cooler here. This station doesn't record snowfall. Source: NOAA NCEI U.S. Climate Normals 1991–2020.

Peterson Prairie Cabin

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