If, by then, they were not ready for bed, they may have read an old magazine or western novel, wrote in their daily diaries, or played a game of cards. The Hogan Cabin is a one room log building. The cabin has no electricity and no running water. The cabin is equipped with a wood stove, a table, chairs, four bunk beds, an axe, a shovel, a bucket, dishes, cleaning gear, and a propane stove and lantern. There is also an outdoor toilet.
Winter recreationists snowmobile and cross-country ski to the cabin.
Using the cabin as a base camp visitors can take day trips to explore the area, photograph winter wildlife or enjoy the scenery. The first mile is for skiers only. The remaining road is shared by both skiers and snow machine users. The route is marked with Blue and Orange diamonds. This route is recommended for the novice or inexperienced skier.