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Who says you need to rough it to explore the outdoors?

Riverside holiday home with kitchen and patio

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Exterior
Front Porch
Living Room
Bedroom 1
Bedroom 2

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 669.7 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Barbecue grill
  • Parking available

Explore the area

View map
  • Place, Smith River
  • Place, Jedediah Smith Redwoods State Park
  • Place, Trees of Mystery
  • Airport, Crescent City, CA (CEC-Del Norte County)

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Living Room 1

2 Single Beds

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Garden

About this property

Who says you need to rough it to explore the outdoors?

The Trapper’s Cabin is a 2 bedroom 1 bath cabin located in the heart of Gasquet, CA, conveniently situated off the 199 highway. Gasquet is 20 miles from the ocean, 10 miles from the Redwood National Forest, and sits directly on the Smith River. Come for the many adventures that the tallest trees, cleanest river, and secluded beaches have to offer, but stay for a sense of pure serenity.

The cabin is just a short walk to the river. There is a fish cleaning station and grill in the backyard for anyone who is lucky enough to catch a prize winning steelhead or salmon. The immediate neighborhood is perfect for bike rides, hiking, kayaking, fishing, swimming, mushroom hunting, berry picking, bigfoot hunting, bird watching, quartz or gold mining, and stargazing. There is also an amazing massage therapist within walking distance, in case your adventures have left you feeling a bit sore.

At the Trapper’s Cabin, you will have a spectacular view of the Adam’s Station, a local landmark. The view will take you back to the 1800’s, when Mary Adams Peacock entertained the many travelers who stopped at her B&B for a warm meal and comfortable bed. Yet, the cabin itself, has all the comforts and amenities of home. It has been designed for the explorer who still likes to come home to a memory foam mattress and smart TV.

There is a queen sized mattress in each of the two bedrooms, as well as two cot-sized day beds in the living room, in case you need to sleep six. There is also a full kitchen and small laundry room. The backyard is secure and well suited for pets or small children. Although the cabin is relatively private, after a walk around the neighborhood, you will find that Gasquet has some of the most friendly neighbors around.

NOTES:
There is only one market in Gasquet with limited groceries. You will want to come prepared if you plan on cooking. The nearest grocery store is in Crescent City (20 miles west) or Cave Junction (35 miles east). There is also only one restaurant in Gasquet (Patrick Creek Lodge) and one restaurant in Hiouchi, the next town west, (Hiouchi Cafe).

If you would like to book a massage, fishing trip, kayak rental, etc. you should do so well in advance. The following is a list of resources:

Fishing guide: https://mikecoopmansguideservice.wordpress.com/

Kayak/bike rental/trips: https://www.redwoodrides.com/

Massage: Sara Caron, CMT (707) 951-0388

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Air conditioning

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 18
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed: limit 4 total
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Smoking

Smoking allowed: in designated areas

Important information

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Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock

About the area

Gasquet

Located in Gasquet, this holiday home is in a rural area and on a river. Del Norte Golf Course and Crescent City Harbor are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Redwood National and State Parks and Jedediah Smith Redwoods State Park. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Gasquet, CA

What's nearby

  • Smith River - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Jedediah Smith Redwoods State Park - 7 min drive - 12.5 km
  • Crescent City Harbor - 26 min drive - 32.5 km
  • Battery Point Lighthouse - 29 min drive - 34.6 km
  • Trees of Mystery - 43 min drive - 64.3 km

Getting around

  • Crescent City, CA (CEC-Del Norte County) - 25 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Hiouchi Cafe - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Gasquet Station - ‬1 min drive
  • ‪Club Obi Wan - Gasquet - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Bakso boga bogi - ‬26 min drive
  • ‪She Shes cafe - ‬1 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Who says you need to rough it to explore the outdoors? pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows pets (limit 4 total).

How much is parking at Who says you need to rough it to explore the outdoors??

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Who says you need to rough it to explore the outdoors??

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Who says you need to rough it to explore the outdoors??

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Who says you need to rough it to explore the outdoors? located?

Situated on a river, this holiday home is 0.2 mi (0.3 km) from Smith River and within 9 miles (15 km) of Redwood National and State Parks and Jedediah Smith Redwoods State Park. Hiouchi Visitor Center and Redwood Heritage State Wilderness are also within 9 miles (15 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

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9.6/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

April O.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Had a fantastic stay. Property is gem would definitely stay again and recommend to friends. Location is great, central to so many outdoor activities. Thoughtful amenities to make your stay feel like a home away from home.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

penelope m.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Best little cabin in the redwoods!

This great cabin is so perfect. It's right of a main road, but still in total redwood forest, with redwood trees right in the yard. You feel like youre in the middle of nowhere, but still close to cities. The cabin is amazing. It was super comfy and incredibly well stocked, it literally had everything, even goodies for our dog! It's right on the river, only a 2 min walk. Everything about this place was great!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

K’Lynn E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

LOVED the swinging chairs!

Loved the decor. Fully stocked. Wonderful stay!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Justin S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great quiet little place

It was clean and organized, well thought out and put together exactly like a vrbo should be. There were cookies and dog supplies set out for us and a great fenced in back yard for pets. The grill worked and came with two full propane tanks. The neighborhood was quiet and great for walking dogs. It was very close to the redwoods and the river. Gotta watch out for the low hanging light in living room and the bathroom shower curtain can leak, but those are small issues. Overall great little place for a small family to visit and stage adventures.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Judy T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Home away from home!

Perfect stay cleanliness and everything you need is fully stocked. Impress with host attention to details. Would definitely stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Candra P., Coolidge, Az

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Cabin in the Redwoods

Gorgeous cabin in a beautiful area. This place was secluded and quiet but also only 10-15min drive to many trails in the Redwoods. Backyard was spacious and gorgeous we are all our meals out there.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Nicole L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Happy place in the woods

Property and house were beautiful. Fully stocked and clean! Bridget’s hospitality is excellent. Best rental we’ve ever stayed in :) Can’t wait to come back!!
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Danielle C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great base camp for exploration

My partner and I enjoyed our stay. It was cozy and comfortable. Our dog enjoyed the large fenced in backyard and the fenced in front porch! While not all of the area excursions are dog-friendly, we enjoyed hikes in the Smith River Recreation area, Walker Road, Crescent City, and the Trees of Mystery.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dana K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Relaxing experience

Nice property, perfect for what we needed. Short distance to crecent city and surrounding areas. Nice fire pit to sit around and enjoy the evening
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2023

8/10 Good

Russ S.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Quick Stop

Perfect fit for what we needed. The map wall was great! Would return!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kayla T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect weekend getaway

Such a charming property with a perfect location. Stayed with my husband and our 2 small kids under the age of 2. Plenty of room for us and outdoor space to enjoy. Quick drive to many swimming holes along the Smith River, as well as trailheads through the redwoods. Had all the comforts of home and my toddler loved the fresh cookies. The only thing I wish it had was a stopper to the tub, it was too rusty to use. We will absolutely stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Cute little place surrounded by beauty!

Our family needed a place to stay before hitting the trails of the Redwood Forest and this place was perfect! It was very dog friendly for our furry family with a wonderful fenced in backyard. I love that there were plenty of blankets around the house for anyone who got cold, and there were plenty of towels for showers in the morning, very thoughtful! We also really enjoyed the wall map and the little notes that other attendees had left about places on the map, it was a very fun touch! Also, the cabin is very easy to access from 199, we had no trouble finding it (even after a VERY LONG day's drive). I highly recommend checking this place out if you want to stay close to the Redwood National Parks.
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

8/10 Good

Courtney A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great cabin

The cabin is located in the prefect spot for visiting the Redwoods. It was only about a 25 minute drive to amazing hiking. We enjoed giant map wall. It was fun to look at and read where travelers spent their time. The bathroom was well stocked with everything we could need. We didn't use the kitchen but it appeared to have all the needed items. It's a few houses in, next to a main road, so traffic at night could be heard at times. The mattresses and pillows were firm. They had plenty of blankets and pillows. The "daybeds" weren't really daybeds. They were a foam mattress on a wooden bench someone created. These worked well for sitting and hanging out. But our teen son slept on it. It doesn't make for the best bed for an adult size person.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

denise r.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We loved it here and we can’t wait to go back!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This house is so cute & cozy! It was one of those properties where you feel like you're staying at a friend's or family member's home; comfortable.....not stuffy or stressful with too many fragile knickknacks & strict rules! We loved the back porch for dinner and the hanging swings for reading & coffee. The place is well stocked so you don't have to run out for every little thing. My daughters loved the provided cookies & q-tips, haha! Very comfy beds with soft sheets.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Megan T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
My family had a wonderful time! Thoughtful and communicative host, large back yard and our 2 boys loved the porch chairs
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We enjoyed our visit and the cookies that were waiting for us when we arrived. The house is walking distance to the Smith River and a quick drive to Jedediah Smith State Park not to mention several other great trails. The large wall map in the cabin was very helpful to find local spots to explore. We all (dogs and humans) enjoyed the large yard with fire pit.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Serena K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
My family of four (and our small dog) spent a night at the Trapper’s Cabin. The cabin offered everything we needed for a comfortable stay, and the decor was quite charming. We relaxed on the front porch and enjoyed dinner on the back deck. The host was so thoughtful to leave snacks for us and our pup — and the pronunciation of Gasquet on the fridge white board. :) The cabin’s location was ideal for a visit to the redwoods, the river, and Crescent City, as well as a nice run along the neighborhood roads. We really enjoyed our stay!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Chris B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

A splendid stay at the Trappers Cabin

Beautiful location directly across the street from historic Adams Station. The giant map on the wall was a constant source of amusement for the whole family. Great little library of local history on shelves. Wish I had experimented with the French press earlier on; finally mastered it on our last morning there. My wife and I usually split a 12 cup pot at home. The wussier kids were alarmed by the spider population onsite, but I told them that's country living!
Stayed 9 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

J A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

A perfect spot to relax

We had a wonderful stay at the cabin. The neighborhood was quiet and allowed for great evening walks. The river was a quick walk away and kept our teen sons interested with fishing and catching frogs. The house had everything you need for a comfortable stay. A quick drive to the state parks which had the best walking trails!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Crystal R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This was such a wonderful treat for our family. The house had all the comforts of home, and lots of little extras that helped make our mini vacation special. The cookies, popcorn and coffee were appreciated. Thank you so much for letting us stay in your home!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Glenda P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect getaway

We loved this spot It was perfect for us. Oh and having chocolate chip cookies waiting for us topped it off! Loved all the thoughtful extras.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth A.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Hidden Gem

My husband and I booked this property at the last minute to celebrate our wedding anniversary. This property could not have been mote perfect.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brenda M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Gasquet

Property is nice, clean and well supplied. Only thing is the beds were very hard and uncomfortable. Otherwise the host kept us updated on check-in time and check out time. Overall we had a great time.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

6/10 Okay

Laura W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Stay was okay, have a few suggestions

Dog friendly, nice fenced area for them! There was no comfortable place to sit! We played cards and our backs were aching. The front room “couches” are boards with mattresses on them. Beds too tall and uncomfortable. Only one washcloth, super cheap thin toilet paper. Glass coffee table (dangerous) and flimsy slippery rug under it. Not warm/inviting or cozy at all.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

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