Orange Olsen Cabin
USFS · Lookout/Cabin · Fee
Fast facts
- Cost
- Fee charged
- Managed by
- USFS
- Type
- Lookout/Cabin
- Reservations
- fs.usda.gov
- Nearest dump station
- Soldier Creek Comfort Station · 60.2 mi
- Coordinates
- 39.3019, -111.2966
- Last verified
- September 18, 2026
About this place
Orange Olsen Cabin is located in the Joes Valley Recreation Area at ~7000 ' elevation in an open sagebrush meadow that is dotted with nearby pinyon-juniper and ponderosa pine trees. There is no shade at the cabin. The Cabin is adjacent to Orange Olsen Dwelling and the setting provides a panoramic view of Joes Valley & the Reservoir, which offers boating and fishing activities. A boat ramp is available on the east shoreline of the reservoir. Joes Valley Campground is also located just south of Orange Olsen Cabin, and Joes Valley Pavilion Group Campground is just north of the cabin. The Cabin can sleep up to four people in two sets of bunkbeds with mattresses, and it offers full amenities, including solar-powered lighting, water, and a flush toilet and shower in the bathroom. The kitchen is equipped with sinks, a propane stove, a table and chairs, and simple cookware (pots/pans, silverware, utensils). Basic cleaning supplies are also provided, along with toilet paper. The Cabin may be reserved individually or together with the Orange Olsen Dwelling. One utility trailer is also allowed at the Cabin. Nearby attractions include renowned bouldering opportunities in nearby Straight and Cottonwood Canyons, popular mountain fishing at nearby Grassy Lake, Pete 's Hole, and Potters Ponds (all within 10 miles of Orange Olsen Cabin), as well as the 370-mile Arapeen Off-Highway Vehicle (OHV) Trail System that can be accessed directly from the Cabin.
From the USFS.
Is Orange Olsen Cabin free?
No. Orange Olsen Cabin charges a fee. It is managed by the USFS. Sites are reservable through fs.usda.gov.
How do I get to Orange Olsen Cabin?
From Orangeville, Utah, head northwest on State Route 29 and travel for ~14 miles until you see Joes Valley Reservoir. Continue to follow SR-29 around the reservoir for about 4.4 more miles, to the west side of the reservoir, until you get to Forest Road (FR) 0144. Head north on FR 0144 for about 0.23 miles until you get to the second building, which is the cabin.
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SourceData from the USFS. Last synced September 18, 2026. Community reports and photos are submitted by travelers and are not verified by the agency.
