The Great Escape

Grounded in a near-century-old legacy, this is a whole new escape from the commonplace. (Re)built by the Idaho Aviation Foundation to be a beautiful, nonprofit public resource in the great outdoors, Big Creek Lodge opens up an off-the-grid backcountry experience unlike anything else out there. Make your getaway.

Thanks to our wonderful guests for a fantastic 2023 season!

2024 Season

OPENING DATE MAY 25TH, 2024

 

Wildest dreams.

An ideal wilderness hideaway—beautifully constructed with wood floors, large wrap-around windows, and eight bunk beds—the Kif Brown Yurt at Big Creek opens up a more independent approach to outdoor adventures here.


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Paradise, found.

Big Creek Lodge recently rose again in the breathtaking backcountry of Idaho after a devastating fire. Both old school and all new, it combines the charm of a classic mountain retreat with the appeal of modern amenities.


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Wilderness is not a luxury but a necessity of the human spirit.

– Edward Abbey
 
fishing at Big Creek Lodge

The Activities

This is where wanderlust takes off. Full of transporting possibilities, set out on a big adventure right outside your door. And take a walk (or ride) on the wild side.
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The Area

Big Creek lies on the lip of a vast 2.4 million acres of untamed land called the Frank Church-River of No Return Wilderness. By and large, it's pretty epic out here.

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Big Creek National Forest Service sign
Big Creek Lodge food

The Menu

It's not only a feast for the eyes up here. It's actually quite a feast. Focused on healthy, filling cuisine to fit backcountry tastes, our menu changes often depending on what's in season and inspiring us.
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The History

The original Big Creek Hotel attracted generations to this outdoor wonderland. Until a fire burned this piece of Idaho history to the ground. Many thought this unforgettable destination was lost to the past. Until we gave it a new future.

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Big Creek Lodge 1936
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News & Happenings

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Just posted a reel of the raw footage from my phone of the October 4th retreat from the Logan Fire. It literally exploded that day. Since that time, while the fire has grown, there is an army of firefighters on it and performing some pretty heroic efforts to save Edwardsburg, better known to us as Big Creek. I'll be sharing the updates from the folks on the front lines to keep you posted. It was a hard thing to put together, because while I have returned home to Wisconsin, the people that I know as my Big Creek family are still fighting, hoping, praying, watching and waiting, and my heart is still there with them. The Lodge is now serving as Command central for the troops, and we are so grateful for their herculean efforts on our behalf. Natural disasters are no joke, and while so many are struggling in so many places at this time, I'm asking that you also remember Big Creek and it's residents in your thoughts and prayers! ... See MoreSee Less
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Post from our neighbor and dear friend, accurately describes what we experienced on Friday, Oct 4:"GO" Bugging out.The nearly month old, 200-400 acre fire nearby in Logan Creek exploded before our eyes, turning into a 9,000 acre firestorm driven by wind gusts to 59mph.We knew there was forecast "a wind event" so some of us were put on watch and the guys patrolled cabin areas in the fire truck. From my post at the tip of the Hogback, I saw flames top over the ridge between Government & Logan Creeks and start shooting, curling 150-200 feet into the air. My jaw dropped. Three firefighters with radios joined me to watched for spot fires. It was throwing embers north that started fires in Government and above the Lodge. I turned the post over to the firemen and raced back to the cabin to finish packing, we were suddenly in deep s*. Ed had been with locals patrolling town until all got alerts from the Sheriff: GO. Fire was already across the road above our cellar and visible coming down Logan Creek as Dad & I threw things into the pickup and took off. The sound! It Roared, loud. We saw it's own winds pushing trees over before the huge flames.We rallied with others at Jacob's Ladder flat and watched a frightening fire cloud grow over Big Creek. We milled and hugged and waited. Some went out, others got permission to regroup at Lick Creek.Ed & I chose front / back seat and just camped in the pickup. After daybreak we were allowed to return to cabins for 2hrs, to get last items & prep. Dad & I threw another load of pictures & meaningful things into the cellar, slamming the fire door. By then flames were 180° around Big Creek. But the preparations, thinning, firelines and strategies of firefighter teams had saved cabins and the Lodge from being overrun. Only the Lodge's duplex burned down; lines held near cabins and at the Lodge. There's still danger from new directions. Fires now burn in Logan, Government, Smith, Big Creek drainages and onto the wilderness. More help was on the way in to protect cabins, and crews were fortifying defenses as we left. They were amazing. I'm beyond grateful for them. Praying for their continued protection and safety. ... See MoreSee Less
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