Hidden Forest Cabin

The Hidden Forest Cabin has been used for various purposes dating back to the early 1900’s. It is known to have been used by bootleggers during prohibition. According to legend the cabin was used as a robber’s hideout. The cabin was also used by prospectors and local ranching operations. The cabin was in fair condition when the Desert national Wildlife Range, then Desert Game Range, was initially staffed in 1938. An area just below the present site was initially, recommended for the refuge headquarters in April 1938. It has been used as an overnight shelter for refuge personnel since that date.

Hidden Forest Cabin is presently located within the proposed Desert Wilderness Area and the Hidden Forest Canyon is a popular area among refuge visitors.

Much of the history surrounding the cabin and the associated area is open to debate. Unsubstantiated stories and legends concerning the area have multiplied over th© past 20 years. Research could probably verify some history that has become exaggerated. This could be documented and utilized for interpretation of this unique cabin.

Hidden Forest Cabin is located north of Las Vegas, Nevada in Clark County at N 36.63132 W 115.20772 and was added to the National Historic Register (#75001106) on February 20, 1975. The text on this page is from the national register’s nomination form.