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Overview
Rhodes Cabin is a petite, restored 1920s log cabin right beside the Lehman Caves Visitor Center. It’s an easy, worthwhile add-on if you’re here for a cave tour—step inside for a snapshot of early cave tourism and the people who made this place welcoming to visitors.
Why It Matters
Built in 1928 (by local contractor Charles Davis) for concessionaires Clarence and Bea Rhodes, the one-room cabin helped house and serve early Lehman Caves visitors. Nevada later acquired the Rhodes facilities and donated them to the National Park Service; during the 1930s the cabin even housed park staff. It’s among the few surviving structures from that era and is listed on the National Register of Historic Places.
What You’ll See
Expect a compact, one-room log structure (about 19 by 11 feet) with two doors and four windows—simple, sturdy, and evocative of its time. The interior features interpretive displays about early cave tourism and life at the caves area. The cabin has been moved and restored over the years and now sits on a concrete foundation.
How to Visit
Park at the Lehman Caves Visitor Center and walk a few steps to the cabin. Restrooms and information are at the visitor center; there’s also a nearby picnic site. If you’re waiting for a cave tour, this is an ideal filler—most visitors browse the exhibits and photos, then head to their tour. The Mountain View Nature Trail also extends from this area if you want a short leg-stretcher.
Tips for Pairing Your Stop
- Do the cabin first, then your Lehman Caves tour—it adds context to what you’ll see underground.
- If you’re touring during busy times or while projects are underway, arrive a bit early so parking doesn’t stress you out before your tour.
- Ask at the visitor center about current interior access hours for the cabin.
Best Time to Visit
Any time you’re at the visitor center works. Mornings are calmest, and it’s an easy quick stop before or after a scheduled cave tour. During popular tour windows, expect more people milling around the area; plan a short visit and you’ll be in good shape.
Pros
- Historic 1920s log cabin with interpretive exhibits
- Steps from the Lehman Caves Visitor Center
Cons
- Very small; a quick stop
- Interior access/hours can vary—confirm at the visitor center
Tips
- Pair this with your Lehman Caves tour—stop here while you wait.
- Confirm interior access and hours at the Lehman Caves Visitor Center.
- Plan a short visit; it’s a small, one-room exhibit.
- Start the Mountain View Nature Trail from this area for a short walk.
- During busy periods or construction projects, arrive a bit early for parking.
