Never in a million years would I expect to find the quintessential dive bar in THE MIDDLE OF NOWHERE! This little joint is the bomb-dignity. And, when I say that, I mean it! If you like dive bars like I do, well my friend, you are in for a treat!! Rance, the bartender/general manager of the entire property (they have rustic cabins for rent and a campground (also rustic) for your lodging needs) knows a metric ton of history of the property (40 acres) and its multiple owners. Originally, it was a stopover for horse ridden and drawn wagons back in the day headed east and west. If only the walks could talk!?!?! They have events that are becoming quite popular including Red-neck Olympics which have multiple games including frozen pea spitting contests. They are completely off grid, utilizing solar and generators for power needs. This is a hidden gem that you need to check off the box with. Cheers friends!! read more

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A real hidden gem. Stop by if you want a cold beer and fresh air in beautiful surroundings. You can stay the night or for a couple of hours and enjoy time with friends before continuing your Jeep adventures. The history and decor make this place so unique. Definitely stop by for a beer! UTC is one of a kind. read more

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Crazy assed old school bar in the middle of nowhere with cans of beer. I mean--if you are in the area and don't stop here it's your loss.

Stopped here on a long bike ride from Cool to Loon Lake. Fun place to check out. Lots of "character." Bartender was very nice and let us fill up our water bottles. I couldn't recommend their beer selection, but I was more interested in a soda and chips on the hot ride. Worth a stop. read more

It was closed on Christmas Eve 2022 when I went, but it was so awesome to visit! It was covered in snow so I went snow wheeling...from Tampa, Florida to this gem read more

Uncle Tom's Cabin - Bars Near Me - Pollock Pines, California

an oasis in the desert! after a long day of riding we stopped in for cold beers and and almost stayed to never come back. good cold beer, great tshirts, great service, and an awesome view. i will absolutely come back just to sit on the deck and look out at the camp grounds. read more

If you like western olde skool, laid back, rickety joynts at the end of a dirt road in the middle of the forest exuding loads of character and loaded with characters, along with plenty of dollar bills on the ceiling, then this place is for you! During the 3 day holiday weekends, they'll have live music and tri tip catered lunch with plenty of room outdoors for kicking it with friends you haven't met yet. Just don't tell anybody so that we can hopefully avoid the obnoxious crowds, like those invading poor Lake Tahoe this weekend. Good times in the Sierra wilderness! read more

If Uncle Tom's Cabin didn't exist someone would have to dream one up, because without it there would be a void in the soul of the Gold Country. If you are headed to the Rubicon Trail then you will eventually be drawn here like metal filings to a magnet, and you will come away surprised at what you found. There is nothing glorious or pleasing to the eye here, or at least that is how it seems on first glance. But whether you spend 10 minutes or 10 hours here you will drive away feeling connected to this place. The utter lack of pretension, the eclectic mix of international souvenirs left by generations of visitors (the place has been running since the 1860's), and the remote location all conspire to make this place into something unique. When you visit be sure to bring one dollar bills, you will see why when you get here. read more

Uncle Tom's Cabin - Uncle Tom's Cabin... Jewel of the Sierra. Or maybe I shouls say the Rhinestone of the Sierra. - Bars Near Me - Pollock Pines, California

One of those places where when I am there, there is no other place I would rather be (particularly until I finish my beer). I was riding my moto and close to not making it on gas, and the bartender was kind enough to give me some. If you show up and its closed, and you need to break in to survive the cold, do so, but leave a note for the owners to know about what you did. You never know, the owner may be so impressed and then just call to offer you the job of bartender (the bartenders at the time, a couple, told me this story a while back). I love this place in the middle of nowhere. read more

Love this place!!! Visited as a child and continue to visit. Very kick-back and welcoming. 150+ years old, runs on generator, has horseshoe pits and BBQ grill open for use. It's a cold beer and soda only bar... NO food. Sometimes BBQ food vendor on holidays or the community potluck. Don't be shy about bringing a picnic or asking the bartender questions. If you're not happy when you leave, you probably arrived unhappy. read more

Uncle Tom's Cabin - a large pile of wood - Bars Near Me - Pollock Pines, California

A nice ride to the lake and why not a tad farther to this little joint. Bartender was super cool to talk with as we enjoyed the scenery inside and out. They run off a generator so don't expect to find a super trendy place in the middle of the woods. It was just what I would expect to see in the middle of no where. read more

Umm..what to say about a place called "Uncle Tom's Cabin"? I've been here several times. I camped here (IN THE SNOW! GEESH) over New Years (and would recommend that you just rent one of the mini cabins on site) and have had my fair share of "almost cold Bud Lights" (see below!) on the recliner next to a good-ole-boy taking a nap on the couch with the Bar Dog (Nikki) next to him. I'd like to think that I know of this super-secret-special-mountain-local hangout. Alas, apparently I'm not the only one. Just expect to pay only in cash. Bathrooms are co-ed vault toilets. Bring a dollar bill to contribute to the owner's retirement plan. Don't act like city folk, and drink your d@m^ beer while it's still kinda cold! read more

This is the ultimate back door. If you know where this place is I will be your sex slave. (This offer does not apply to family members, either by consanguinity or by affinity.) They have a really fun weekend around labor day, too. Lots of drunk hill people. Sorry about the lack of an address, but it's the closest I could come to its location. I can provide specific directions as needed. Just ask. read more

It's really an anomaly all on its own. When I first walked in you are taken back by the dollar bills coating all immovable surfaces. If that does not get you, there is also someone usually asleep in a recliner and a pampered golden retriever hanging out. It had to be the most comfortable bar I have ever been to! Yes there are lots of bikers and county folk, but everyone I met was very nice and friendly. After the Norman Rockwell flashback we paid a nominal fee for some almost cool Bud Light out of what looked like a 1954 ice box. Not sure if there was anything else available and the bathrooms were an out house about 200 feet away but we did not care and this place still gets 5 stars. read more

Horrible, bar was empty and had to leave because we couldn't get food in a timely manner. Never going back again!!!

Serving cold beer this weekend. A lot of hunters in the hills! Tried Checking in with my iPhone but no cell service :-( read more

Uncle Tom's Cabin - October 2, 2010 Beer-thirty at UTC! - Bars Near Me - Pollock Pines, California

Love this place!! I hike up around Ice House every chance I get and Uncle Tom's Cabin is where I head for a good beer afterwards!! So relaxing and I either sit out on the deck when its nice out or enjoy the warmth of the wood stove indoors when its chilly! Make sure you bring cash; they don't accept cards. Cheers! read more

Had a great time here. Wife and I stopped in prior to running the Rubicon Trail. We were immediately warmly welcomed by the two staff members who were working. They thanked us for driving like a sane person down the dirt road not kicking up a bunch of dust to coat the place. The bartender talked about the history of the place and added in a lot of humorous stories. Other than another couple who arrived a little later on we had the place to ourselves. This place shouldn't be missed if you are in the area. I'm sure to go back! read more

Uncle Tom's has character. Your choice of two brands of canned beer on ice (no power = no refrigeration). Check your guns at the door but a sizeable belt knife comes in handy. read more

Uncle Tom's Cabin is awesome. They only have Beer and Soda, no food (bring your own!). Great place to hang out on their private mountain meadow - by the fire, in snow or in summer. Love it. read more

Ya gotta go at least once! lol like this place nothing but can beer and bottle water!

Best mountain bar ever! I've been missing this the 35 years I've been alive. Robert the bartender was so friendly and helpful. Simple menu of beer, soda and water but you're really there for the experience and years of memorabilia - a must for anyone! Can't wait to go back! read more

Uncle Toms Cabin now serves Sierra Nevada Pale Ale! You must stop in for a cold one if you are driving, or riding by. It's just short dirt track off Wentworth Springs Road. I highly recommend this old Pony Express stop to anyone driving past. read more

If your looking for a cell signal or modern convenece Uncle Tom's is not the place for you. If your lookin for a layed back good time ( some times a bit buck wild) with friendly fokes and beautiful mountain atmisfer it's the place to be! LOVE IT! read more

Uncle Tom's is the ultimate place to escape and not be found - the beer is ice cold (well, most of the time) and the the people who frequent the place are rough around the edges but always polite - be nice to them and they will be nice to you - but if you cross them or come across as a liberal then look out! Be sure to staple a dollar bill on the wall or ceiling and put your name on it. The scenery is beautiful and the atmosphere is always inviting. Dogs need to be leashed and take cash as there is no ATM and credit is not accepted. read more

If you are coming down Wentworth Springs Rd. from from Icehouse Road you will miss the turn if you're not familiar with it, because the only sign is on the west side of the road (past the turnoff). My wife and I rented one of the cabins for the weekend. There was no electricity, but there were a couple of battery powered lights inside. There was no usable electricity or flushing toilets (our cabin had a toilet seat over a bucket). We liked it so much we didn't really care. The first night we got familiar with the very friendly and accommodating proprieters and their friendly golden retriever. We sat behind the bar and enjoyed an awesome campfire. We retired to the cabin about 10 pm, and were awakened by some animal underneath the cabin scratching around (probably a racoon) at about 4 am. The second day we hiked around and enjoyed the terrain. The scenery and solitude are awesome and breathtaking. The cabins are reasonable $50-$75 per weekend day, less during the week, and the very sparsely populated campground is $10 per night. You have to make reservations by internet because there is no phone service. I highly recommend this place to anyone, and will spend more weekends in the future there. read more

Uncle Tom's Cabin is like taking a step back in time when there were no cell phones, phones, computers, TV and power so if you want to get away from all of that city life this is the place to go. The staff is so laid back and friendly that it takes you back even further in time when you would feel at home and welcome. Everyone says bring a dollar to hang but the last time I was there I left a five "trust me it was worth it" Word of advice, bring lots of wood, an ice chest and all camping gear including pots and pans etc the cabins are heated by wood stove only and you cant buy food there and CASH ONLY "found out the hard way" also, it is on a first come first serve basis. The only place to shop is at Ice House Resort about 20mi. away and is not cheap. If you go to the Cabin the sign to turn off at is very old and the road is all dirt and pot holes and you will drive right by it if you have never been there before, FYI its not to far from Stumpy Meadows lake. read more

would anyone have a phone number for uncle tom cabin the one next to Georgetown,Ca. or address please I need help