Learn more about the Prescott National Forest.Off-highway vehicles are only allowed on designated roads and trails.Fireworks, including sparklers, are prohibited at all times on National Forest Lands.To prevent damage to the fire pedestal grill, use only charcoal for grilling.Obey seasonal fire restrictions for smoking outside. Maximum stay limit is 14 days within 30 consecutive days in Prescott National Forest including dispersed sites.Pack out food and garbage and clean the facility before you leave Bears are present in the area do not leave any garbage or food outside or food in your vehicle.Reservation dates may be subject to weather conditions.Cell phone coverage is unreliable and there is no phone at the cabin.Please keep gate(s) closed at all times.
A four-digit code included in the confirmation letter will gain access at the entrance gate, and the cabin.This two hour window allows for reoccurring maintenance to be performed Please respect the check-in and check-out times of 2:00 P.M.Be prepared to negotiate moderate to steep, narrow, winding, user-impacted, and severely eroded portions of roadway. The rough road takes over an hour of travel from Highway 17. 4-wheel drive and high clearance is suggested.It is recommended that you carry a well prepared Emergency Kit for any emergency. 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. There is a fire pedestal grill, fire ring, and picnic table on site. The bathroom has a flush toilet, sink, and shower. The kitchen has all the basic amenities including a sink, propane stove/oven, refrigerator, toaster, coffee maker, and table with five chairs. The cabin is equipped with running water, electricity, propane heater, and fans for cooling. 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. For general cabin question contact the Bradshaw Ranger District at 1 (928) 443-8000. To make reservations select the date range on this site or call 1 (877) 444-6777. The historic structure now enjoys a second life as a rental cabin, providing a unique recreation opportunity for visitors to the Prescott National Forest. The cabin was remodeled and modernized over the years, but eventually fell into disuse by the 1980s. 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. 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.