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Benson Hut

Hosted by Sierra · Soda Springs, California

2 sites · Lodging · 5 acres

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Benson Hut is a historic Sierra Club stone refuge built in 1939, tucked beneath the north face of Anderson Peak at roughly 8,350 ft. Set along the Pacific Crest Trail, it offers extraordinary views to the east, north, and west—and a true high-Sierra hut experience for experienced, well-prepared groups. Access varies by season: in summer, Benson Hut is reachable by vehicle, while in winter it requires a ~5.5-mile hike or ski approach (expect roughly 1,800 ft of elevation gain on the typical route). Many guests use it as an overnight stop as part of more advanced backcountry routes and multi-day traverses. This is serious mountain terrain. Please use extra caution: surrounding slopes are steep, avalanche hazard can be frequent, and conditions can become dangerous quickly when weather turns. Inside the hut you’ll find: • Upstairs sleeping loft accommodating up to 12 people • Main room on the ground floor with wood-burning stove, table, & kitchen area. • (Six fold-down bunks can be used when the main room isn’t crowded) • Side rooms for firewood and limited maintenance supplies • A two-story outhouse approximately 100 ft west of the hut. By booking Benson Hut, you’re helping support the Sierra Club’s ongoing stewardship of these historic huts so they can continue welcoming visitors for generations to come.

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Benson Hut

Cabin · Sleeps 12

Full 12-bed hut nestled under the north face of Anderson Peak at 8,350′. This booking is for exclusive use of the entire hut.

Campfires allowed

Toilet

No potable water

No pets

No showers

No picnic table

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Benson Hut Spot

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Cabin · Sleeps 12

One spot in the 12-bed Benson Hut. This does not give you exclusive use of the hut. If you would like to book the entire hut to yourselves, please select the other option (if available).

Campfires allowed

Toilet

No potable water

No pets

No showers

No picnic table

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$55

/ night

for NaN guests

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2 sites

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Soda Springs, Placer County, California, United StatesTo respect the Host's privacy, the precise address of this land will be provided after booking

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