Local Area Activities

Local Area Activities Near RedRock RV Park

Area Attractions and Activities

DAY TRIPS:

QUAKE LAKE
ENNIS
ELK LAKE RESORT
VIRGINIA CITY
NEVADA CITY
L & C CAVERNS STATE PARK

ACTIVITIES:

ATV-SIDE BY SIDE RENTALS
BOAT RENTALS
RODEO
HORSEBACK RIDING
FISHING
GOLF
BEAR COUNTRY
IMAX

Information

Johnny Sack’s Cabin is located at Big Springs, five miles east of Mack’s Inn on Highway 20 in Island Park, Idaho. The cabin can be reached via a short, paved walking path starting in the campground at Big Springs. The cabin’s unique location, construction, and furnishings provide for an interesting visit.

Johnny Sack, a German cabinet maker, came to the United States in his 20’s. In 1929, he leased a small tract of land at Big Springs from the Forest Service. The cabin was started in 1932 and completed three years later. Even though he was a bachelor all his life, he had many friends and visitors. Consequently, he added on to the house over the years.

What makes the craftmanship of Johnny Sack unique is the use of bark in the details of the house and his furniture. Through careful preparation of the lumber, the bark remains on the wood, providing a creative texture and color to the trim of windows, wall panels, ceiling lamps, chairs, desks, beds, and other wooden items.

John Sack was only 4 feet 11 inches tall. While most of the house has typical ceilings, his work area in the basement reflects his small statue. In the winter he would move his work area in front of the fire place on the main floor.

After Johnny’s death in 1957, the cabin was to be removed along with all the other private Cabins in the area. Through the efforts of interested citizens, the cabin and its colorful history was preserved. The cabin is maintained by a local non profit organization.

OUR FAVORITE THINGS TO DO

HENRY’S LAKE-Trophy brook trout, large cutthroat and fat hybrids are caught with live bait, flies, leeches, spinners and wobblers.

Just ½ mile from RedRock

YELLOWSTONE NATIONAL PARK-See the sights in the day then “come on home” to RedRock at night.

Just 20 miles from RedRock

RED ROCK LAKES NATIONAL WILDLIFE REFUGE– Photographers, bird watchers and world travelers will find this area unforgettable.

Just 18 miles from RedRock

ISLAND PARK-Resort, lakes, lodges and wildlife you won’t want to miss. Hiking and biking trails everywhere throughout the Targhee National Forest.

Just 10 miles from RedRock

THE GREAT WESTERN BIKE TRAIL-A national bike trail that runs from Canada to Mexico borders our park on Red Rock Rd.

Just in front of RedRock

HARRIMAN STATE PARK-The “railroad ranch”; from the cook house to the horse barn, observe untamed wildlife in its natural surroundings.

Just 20 miles from RedRock

BIG SPRINGS-Headwaters of the Snake River; rainbow trout can always be seen. A popular float trip of 2-4 hours where water flows gently between scenic shores.

Just 14 miles from RedRock

MESA FALLS SCENIC BYWAY-A breathtaking view of the Teton Mountain Range. The Upper and Lower Mesa Falls are spectacular with the Grand Teton Peaks beyond.

Just 19 miles from RedRock

MEADOW VUE– Authentic working dude ranch complete with Dutch oven BBQ, rodeo and horse rides, cowboy poetry and live music.

Just 1 mile from RedRock

QUAKE LAKE AND HEBGEN LOOP– Formed by an earthquake in the sixties, this dam on the Madison River is spectacular to see.

Just 22 miles from RedRock

VIRGINIA & NEVADA CITY– Visit old west gold mining towns; ride the steam locomotive and take a tour of the area to learn more of the history of the area.

Just 65 miles from RedRock

LEWIS & CLARK CAVES– Under the earth, see what the early settlers discovered. Acclaimed “best of class” caverns of the west.

Just 74 miles from RedRock

SAWTELLE PEAK-This 9,902 ft mountain affords a tremendous view of three states and Yellowstone National Park.

Just 12 miles from RedRock

MADISON RIVER– This mighty river meanders through some of the most gorgeous valleys in Montana. World famous fly-fishing river for the Yellowstone cutthroat.

Just 15 miles from RedRock

JOHNNY SACK’S CABIN-Unique cabin built in the 1930’s offers a picturesque setting. The cabin attracts visitors each summer interested in the log/stone structure and its creator.