The Cabin
This forested cabin with vintage vibes is located on the edge of the Gifford Pinchot National Forest and within walking distance of the historic Trout Lake Hall. It feels spacious and is a wonderful space for gathering with friends and family.
Sleeps 8
About The Cabin
This cozy, vintage‑inspired cabin sits at the edge of the Gifford Pinchot National Forest in Trout Lake, WA
It's a quiet, nostalgic retreat perfect for families, friends, and small groups. With easy access to Trout Lake Hall, forest trails, fishing spots, huckleberry patches, and winter recreation, it’s an ideal year‑round basecamp for slowing down and reconnecting in the mountains.
Inside, the cabin offers a fully stocked kitchen, a record collection, Roku smart TVs, and a game room with darts, poker, and more. Outside, guests enjoy a cornhole pitch, hammocks, fire pit, a picnic area, and forest views that shift beautifully with the seasons.
Simple comforts, thoughtful touches, and plenty of space to gather make this cabin a relaxed, welcoming stay rooted in Trout Lake’s timeless charm.
The History
This cabin was originally built for and served as the local American Legion Post. Very little history is available about its use and the activities of the Legion during that time however a local historian was able to uncover some information from a local newspaper in a nearby town.
In an article printed in the Goldendale Sentinel on December 27, 1945, the commander of the Evans Childs American Legion Post of White Salmon described plans for the formation of a new American Legion Post in Trout Lake. The American Legion was incorporated by Congress in 1919 as a patriotic veterans organization devoted to mutual helpfulness. The formation of American Legion Posts in smaller communities was part of a program adopted by state Legion officials following the close of World War II, given the large number of veterans who were becoming Legion members. The 1945 Sentinel article described how servicemen of the Glenwood and Trout Lake areas had previously had to travel to a larger town if they wished to take part in American Legion meetings, but now it would be possible for them to have active posts in their own communities.
The David Woodruff Post No. 192 was formally instituted in June of 1946 in Trout Lake, along with an Auxiliary Unit for women. It was named in honor of Staff Seargent David P. Woodruff, the son of Ralph and Elva (Pearson) Woodruff, who was killed in action on February 6, 1945 in France. Post No. 192 was very active in the Trout Lake community in the 1940’s and 1950’s, sponsoring Fourth of July celebrations and dances, and even sponsoring their own baseball team. American Legion Baseball provided opportunities for 13 to 19 year-olds to play amateur baseball. A 1949 newspaper article described how “The Trout Lake American Legion baseball team posted a 10 to 9 win over The Dalles last Sunday in the American Division of the Mid-Columbia League.” Players were B. Knoll, L. Wilson, B. Beeks, E. Knoll, M. Brown, B. Fordyce, H. Spencer, L. Lewis, W. Walton, H. Presson, R. Woodruff and J. Wallace.
The Post and its Auxiliary continued to be active through the mid-1960’s, but was likely disbanded prior
to 1970. The property was purchased in 1971 by the Dix family from Milwaukee, Oregon and served as their summer getaway. Over the course of these summers, throughout the 70's and 80's, the family developed many close relationships within the Trout Lake community where grandchildren and great-grandchildren continue to live and grow today.