
Another backwoods ruin…
A few weeks ago I posted about a falling-down log cabin we came across along a mountain back-road. Since then we went camping on Priest Lake in extreme northern Idaho (just 17 miles south of the Canadian border).
As we were exploring the forest around the campground we came upon this beautiful fireplace. We could tell it had once been part of a building, from the way the stonework changes toward the top of the chimney. Naturally, we were curious. It was apparent that the fireplace had been used recently (there were ashes in it), but there were no other remains of a building around it.The campground hosts were very friendly, so the next time we encountered them I asked them to tell me about the old fireplace. The host couple has been coming up here from Missouri every summer for 13 years so I was sure they would know. They did!
The fireplace was once part of a ranger station. It was built in the 1920s and burned down in the 1950s. I didn’t think to ask why it was never re-built. Actually, I think he said that a new ranger station was built in another location.
I can’t imagine why. If I had this view, I don’t believe I’d care to move.
Thank you, anyway!


11 Comments
Keetha Broyles
You are so right about that view – – –
Stella
Karla
It was so nice to have you stop my blog. Thank you for taking the time to visit. I love the view in you pictures. Stella by Starlight
Dori
The view of the lake is beautiful!!! I prefer the view of my own man though, thank-you-so-very-much!
pse
I love the fireplace and the view!
Renee
Wow…what a breath taking view!
A Romantic Porch
Oh my word! Isn't that so totally awesome. I would love to build a fire and sit down right there and read a book…or LIVE there! xo rachel
Karen (KayKay)
Gorgeous photos. I've seen fireplaces standing in the middle of the woods. Kind of sad in a way.
TattingChic
THat is a lovely view! I'd be tempted to light a fire in that fireplace and roast marshmallows! LOL!
Vicki
That is really cool looking!
A Joyful Chaos
What a breathtakingly gorgeous view! Thanks for sharing it with us!
Amanda
I am fascinated by old stand-alone fireplaces, trying envision the house that used to surround it, with the family sitting nearby. I never thought about photographing them. Great idea!