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 Big Springs
East of Macks Inn, Island Park, ID
Open July 4th thru Labor Day
FEE: donations
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Historic cabin and furniture
Big Springs
Wild life
Wild Flowers
Picnic Area
Camp ground
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Description
Johnny Sack's Cabin is located at Big Springs, five miles east of Mack's Inn on Highway 20 in Island Park, Idaho. The cabin can be reached via a short, paved walking path starting in the campground at Big Springs. The cabin's unique location, contruction, and furnishings provide for an interesting visit.
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History
Johnny Sack, a German cabinet maker, came to the United States in his 20's. In 1929, he leased a small tract of land at Big Springs from the Forest Service. The cabin was started in 1932 and completed three years later. Even though he was a bachelor all his life, he had many friends and visitors. Consequently, he added on to the house over the years.
What makes the craftmanship of Johnny Sack unique is the use of bark in the details of the house and his furniture. Through careful preparation of the lumber, the bark remains on the wood, providing a creative texture and color to the trim of windows, wall panels, ceiling lamps, chairs, desks, beds, and other wooden items. See the details of the pictures below.
John Sack was only 4 feet 11 inches tall. While most of the house has typical ceilings, his work area in the basement reflects his small statue. In the winter he would move his work area in front of the fire place on the main floor.
After Johnny's death in 1957, the cabin was to be removed along with all the other private Cabins in the area. Through the efforts of interested citizens, the cabin and its colorful history was preserved. The cabin is maintained by a local non profit organization.
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IMAGE GALLERY, (Click for Enlargement)
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