Grouse Valley Cabins

Forest Service Notice: "Grouse Valley Cabin Complex is currently closed for maintenance and repairs. There is currently no opening date and will likely be closed until at least the Summer of 2027."

The 3 Grouse Valley Cabins (listed as the Grouse Valley Cabin Complex) are located in the Giant Sequoia National Monument within Sequoia National Forest, 44 miles east of Visalia. The three rental cabins are known as the Caretaker's Cabin, Hillside Cabin, and Lakeside Cabin. Lakeside, the largest of the 3, can accommodate up to 12 people while the other two each sleep 10. The cabins are in a scenic valley with 2 lakes, pine and oak trees, and a small orchard.

Grouse Valley Hillside Cabin

Cabin Features

Visitors at the 1,032-square-foot Caretaker's Cabin, located next to the garage, can bring horses and make use of the adjacent barn, hay shed, corrals, and pasture. The 1,550-square foot Lakeside Cabin is beside a small man-made lake. This two-story log cabin features an 8-foot covered deck on three sides. The two bedrooms have a queen, king, double and twin. Lakeside has a woodstove/fireplace, a microwave, and clothes washer and dryer.

Grouse Valley Hillside Cabin Interior

The 1,400-square foot Hillside Cabin also has a deck on 3 sides. The 2-story cabin has one bedroom. Sleeping arrangements are a king in the ground floor bedroom, a queen and 2 twin beds in the loft. The living room has a queen futon. Horses are permitted. The cabin includes a washer and dryer, fireplace, and microwave. All three cabins include a full kitchen, living and dining areas, full baths (the large house has two full baths) and large areas for bunks/beds. All have electricity, laundry, water wells, and grills.

Nearby Activities

Visitors to The Grouse Valley Cabin Complex enjoy its serenity and open space in a remote mountain valley. Visitors can fish, canoe and hike around the lakes. Since it is public land, other visitors are welcome to be there, walking in to the property. To the south is a natural preserve and the town on Springfield. Head north to Lake Kaweah and the Three Rivers entrance to Sequoia National Park.

Read full details about the cabin and check for updates at Sequoia National Forest - Grouse Valley Cabin Complex or Recreation.gov Grouse Valley Cabins.

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Grouse Valley Cabins Basics
Grouse Valley Cabins Location:	From Springville go north on Balch Park Road. After 10½ miles turn left onto Blue Ridge Drive. Go 6 miles to Upper Grouse Valley Area. Pass through gate, locking it behind you. Drive 1 more mile to 2nd gate.
Elevation:	4,800 feet
Miles/Driving time from Gateway Cities:	Springville - 19 miles, 44 minutes Visalia - 47 miles, 1:23
Quaking Aspen Cabin Season:	May 30 - October 30, weather dependent
Max. Occupancy:	12, 10, and 10 (including children)
Maximum Number Vehicles:	4 (max. length 20 feet)
Pets:	No pets allowed in buildings
Operated by	Sequoia National Forest
Western Divide Ranger District:	(559) 539-2607

Grouse Valley Cabins Reservations
Reservation Window	Grouse Valley Cabins may be reserved from 2 days up to 6 months in advance of arrival date
Fees:	$250, $200, $175 per night
Reservations:	Grouse Valley Cabins 2-night minimum, 3 nights on holiday weekends
Maximum Stay:	5 nights
Check-in and Check-out Times	Check-in 2:00 PM Check-out 12:00 PM

Grouse Valley Cabins Amenities
Cabin Exterior:	Picnic table, deck, BBQ, fire ring, horse stall, corrals
Cabin Interior:	Sleeping: king, queen, twin and futon (depending on cabin) Kitchen: refrigerator/freezer, electric stove, microwave, toaster, coffee maker, pots and pans, utensils, etc. Other: couch, tables, chairs, propane heating
NOT included:	Visitors need to bring bedding (sleeping bags or linens and blankets), pillows, towels, dish towels, matches, food containers, toilet paper, paper towels, flashlight, outdoor chairs, small electric appliances, garbage bags.
Showers:	Yes
Attractions near Grouse Valley Cabins:	Fishing, kayaking, hiking, wildlife viewing. Shop Amazon: Trout Fishing Best Sellers

Grouse Valley Lakeside Cabin

Grouse Valley Lakeside Cabin Interior

Sequoia National Forest
Attractions and Activities

The Sequoia National Forest ranges from low foothills on the west to high Sierra peaks toward the east. River, streams, trails, and remote roads offer many recreation opportunities. Vistors to Grouse Valley Cabins can fish in nearby streams and hike along a variety of forest trails.

Fish in Grouse Creek and the property lakes.
Strike out on mountain biking trails around Deer Creek, Fish Creek, Jordan Lookout, Lion Ridge, and many more.
Rock climbers challenge their skills on the granite faces off Needles Lookout Trail.
Drive less than an hour to Lake Kaweah for fishing, boating, and picnicking.
Saddle up and set out on horseback along popular trails such as Mule Peak Lookout, Lewis Camp, or Doe Meadow.
Take a day and head north to Sequoia National Park.
A scenic 2-hour drive from the cabins is the Trail of 100 Giants with an impressive array of Giant Sequoias.
Explore Silver City Ghost Town.

Key Grouse Valley Cabins Regulations

To avoid problems with bears, do not leave food outside unattended.
No pets or smoking are permitted inside the cabin.
Fires are only permitted in provided fire rings. Inside there can be no open flames such as candles, backpacking or Coleman stoves, etc.
Remove all food (even unopened cans) and garbage when you leave.
Renters are expected to clean up after themselves and prepare the hut for the next group. Cleaning supplies are in the mudroom. Take trash with you.
No camping equipment is permitted at the cabins, e.g. no tents RVs, pop-ups, trailers, etc.

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