About the Cabin

This small but efficient members-only cabin is located near Lydia, VA, on the PATC-owned Vining Tract. Built of salvaged logs as a hunting cabin by the Johnson brothers, Johnson houses a double-width, double-deck bunk, a wood stove, a table and chairs, and a Hoosier cabinet. A detached cook shed offers space to spread out for warm-weather kitchen and lounging. Access the cabin by a 0.8 mile hike-in from the shared parking area, or brave the rough road to the cabin if conditions allow. Hikers can explore the Vining Tract or head to SNP.

ACCESS NOTE: The last 0.8 miles to the shared cabin parking along Goose Pond Road can become heavily eroded at times, and high clearance vehicles are recommended. Although this gravel road is state-maintained, it can become impassible after heavy rains or in the event of snow. No alternate access is available.

For more information on this and other PATC cabins, we recommend acquiring and reading a copy of our PATC Cabins Book.