Location: Most of the fun is the challenge of finding it!

Elevation: 5309 feet

Climate: arid desert. summers 100°+ winters 30°-

Size: 30' long, 6' 6" high, 8' wide, divided 2/3 into 2 rooms

Age: ?? 1880 to 1930 ??

Heated by wood burning stove, no electricity/running water

Cellular Coverage: Analog, CDMA and GSM, Provided by Alltel out of Bishop. Verizon phones are blocked form local Alltel towers. All other providers work in the area.

Construction: exterior: wood, Interior: 1/2 gypsum wallboard supported on a wood frame.

History: Started life as a train boxcar. We are seeking details on the history.

Be prepared, the locations of the cabin/s are HARSH and are considered 'backwoods camping'. There is NO electricity, water, food or stores. The weather can be unforgiving and harsh too. If your car breaks, YOU WALK. in some cases 50+ miles! Basic navigation skills are a must and maps of the area are highly recommended. Dangerous conditions exist everywhere in the desert....YOU MUST BE PREPAIRED FOR ANYTHING!

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