Stay in Washington's Mountain View Microcabin for Peak Nature Vibes
If you’re all about nature but want the luxury of a comfortable bed, you’re going to LOVE this glamping cabin. Tucked away in a private campground off Washington’s Mountain Loop Highway just outside of Darrington, Washington, this one-room glamping cabin has a feature that makes it super unique: an entire wall lifts up to get you as close to nature as possible! Read on for how to stay at one of the coolest cabins in Washington State!
Mountain View Microcabin
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At a Glance:
Location: Darrington, WA
Native Land: Skagit, Tulalip, Stillaguamish
Bedrooms: 1
Beds: 1
Sleeps: 2
Bathrooms: 1 (Outhouse)
Perks: The entire wall opens up to fresh air!
NOTE: There’s no electricity, running water, or wifi. We’re glamping here!
Mountain View Microcabin
What is Darrington known for?
Once home of the Sauk-Suiattle tribe, the mountain town of Darrington then saw miners and loggers who brought many of their traditional ways, food, and music–the town’s annual Bluegrass Music Festival celebrates their roots every July. Today, it’s known for its lumber, which is still its primary industry, and as a basecamp for the three wilderness areas that surround it. From jagged peaks and beautiful trails, to waterfalls, alpine lakes, and old growth forests, there’s ton to experience in and around Darrington!
View from the Mountain View Microcabin
Getting There
Just before Darrington on the mountain loop highway is a private campground with this gem of a unique stay. It’s a paved road up until the the gate (locked at night)–you’ll park in a dirt lot. Follow the signs that guide you through the beautiful, mossy forest along a short dirt trail and over a wooden footbridge to your Mountain View Microcabin. Welcome home!
Enter through the side door–Steve, the owner, provides you with a door code for self check-in.
A battery-powered light on the Mountain View Microcabin’s nightstand.
The Mountain View Microcabin
The Kitchenette
Once inside, you’ll find the tiny kitchenette to the left with pots, pans, dishes, utensils, cups, mugs, and a two-top propane stove.
Mountain View Microcabin’s kitchenette
Boiling water on the two-burner propane stove in the Mountain View Microcabin
There’s also a 5-gallon water pitcher to be used however you please, tea, coffee AND creamer (hallelujah), matches, bug spray, and a few other thoughtful amenities. Underneath the counter, you’ll see a few bins and soap to wash your dishes.
Heat
The wood stove is super vibey and is also your heat source in the colder months. We’re glamping here, so there’s no electricity, wifi, running water, etc. The idea is to be immersed in nature with a few comforts.
Making the bed in the Mountain View Microcabin
Sleeping
The queen-size bed is comfortable and cozy–if you’re worried you’d be too cold with sheets and a comforter, I recommend bringing some additional blankets or a sleeping bag, but the wood stove should keep you plenty warm!
Look up while laying in bed for a view of the trees through the corrugated plastic roof.
Having a campfire at the Mountain View Microcabin
Lighting
There’s a single propane lamp that provides a ton of light, and two battery-powered bedside lamps make reading in bed easy!
The Bathroom
The toilet is on the opposite side of the cabin, outdoors and open to the air. The camp toilet has enough water for about 10-20 flushes–if it runs out, message Steve! He’ll take care of it. Guests are also welcome to use the porta potty in the parking area if you’d like!
The “Garage Door”
This is the COOLEST feature! Walk outside to find a dangling rope, you’ll want to stand on the wooden bathroom platform for easy pulling. Pull on the rope until you reach the loop tied into it, hook this loop around the cleat, and let the fresh air waft into the Microcabin. If it gets buggy, unhook the bug nets and you’re golden!
Cell Service
Verizon is the only truly reliable coverage at the cabin. If you need wifi, grab a coffee, beer, or sandwich at Moe’s and use their guest wifi, or the library has free wifi in their parking lot.
Campfires
There’s a fire pit and two Adirondack chairs out front for epic s’mores-roasting, campfire story-filled evenings! Unless there’s a burn ban, campfires are typically allowed at the Mountain View Microcabin.
There is usually a small supply of timber available to burn, but I’d recommend bringing your own firewood just in case, especially if you plan to light the wood stove.
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Things to Do Near Darrington
North Mountain Fire Lookout
North Mountain Fire Lookout
The restored North Mountain Fire Lookout is an epic spot to catch sunrise or sunset. A 30-minute drive up a well-maintained forest road leads you to the trailhead, which is really just the last bit of road, open to foot traffic only.
North Mountain Fire Lookout at sunset
The hike is 1.2 miles to the top, and the views are insane. There are a few potholes and deep tire tracks in places (as with most forest roads, nothing crazy), so high clearance is recommended. That said, 2WD works fine!
Stillaguamish River
Swim in the North Fork Stillaguamish River
Go for a dip in this hidden swimming spot! Technically a fishing spot, but you can walk down the trail and a couple of feet through ankle-deep water to a sand bar perfect for sunbathing. There's a deep section of slow-moving river right there that makes a great watering hole.
Restaurants in Darrington
Moe’s Coffee
Moe's is a must if you're ever in the Darrington area – locals and visitors gather here for coffee, beer, and company.
They have a big and beautiful outdoor space with fire pits and lawn chairs, where they host outdoor movie nights every Wednesday in the summer, while the white and natural wood interior with adventure sport decor exudes chic mountain lodge vibes. Not to mention, the food and drinks are top notch.
River Time Brewing
Pizza, sandwiches, nachos, and of course, small batch craft beer, River Time Brewing has good food, tasty beer, and great vibes!! Swing by this Darrington watering hole Thursday through Sunday to try their finest.
