Events Calendar

Current Weather

Home > Visit > Camping > Backcountry Camping > Ranger Cabins > Highview Ranger Cabin

Highview Ranger Cabin

Ranger Cabin

History

The original cabin was built in 1922 as headquarters for fire rangers on this patrol, on the site of an old J.R. Booth lumber camp. It was home for two rangers for six years. Then in July 1928, lightning destroyed the cabin and one of the old Booth offices. The senior fire ranger was not around to extinguish the blaze. He was at Brule Lake railway station meeting his new partner.

The rangers then constructed the present cabin over a ten day period with a budget of $50. The actual total cost was $37.50 because lumber, framing material and some roofing were salvaged from Booth's old buildings on site. Windows, roofing paper, necessary hardware, and teaming the materials to the site accounted for most of the cost.

Features and Amenities

One room, open concept log cabin
This cabin has fire extinguisher, wash basin, metal pail, shovel, broom, dust pan, bunks (no mattresses), CSA-approved wood-burning stove and chimney, stove operating instructions, heat shields behind and under the stove, table and chairs, and an outside closed-in toilet.
Not equipped with any dishes, or pots and pans.
Smoking is prohibited in rustic Ranger Cabins.
Pets are prohibited.
No running water, indoor bathrooms, or electricity is available.

Location and Access

Backcountry canoe access only. No vehicle access.
The Highview Ranger Cabin can be accessed by canoeing from the Tim River Access Point, Kawawaymog Lake Access Point, Kioshkokwi Lake - Kiosk Access Point, or Cedar Lake - Brent Access Point. Access to the cabin via Birchcliffe Creek in July and August could be problematic due to low water levels. Check Algonquin Park Advisories for details.
Consult the Algonquin Park Canoe Routes Map for detailed directions.

Ranger Cabin Regulations

Learn more about special regulations that apply to Algonquin Park ranger cabins. See additional rules and regulations that apply to Algonquin Park.

Ranger Cabin Rental Fees

Ontario Parks charges fees for all ranger cabin rentals. See the latest ranger cabin rental prices.

Make a Reservation

Make a reservation for your backcountry camping permit up to 5 months in advance. Permits are only available online or via telephone.

Visitors will need to reserve this ranger cabin and possibly make one or more nights of backcountry camping reservations depending upon their exact route.

Equipment Rental

Do you need to rent a canoe, tent, or other camping equipment? Find a business that can supply some or all of the required equipment for your backcountry trip.

Water Levels

Check for special advisories prior to your departure at Algonquin Park Advisories. Access to the cabin via Birchcliffe Creek in July and August could be problematic due to low water levels, check Algonquin Park Advisories for details.