ROBERTS CABIN

campground

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Key facts

Where is it?

Coordinates: 39.34, -105.9316667. Part of: Pike and San Isabel National Forests & Cimarron and Comanche National Grasslands (USDA Forest Service). Directions from the source: From Denver, Colorado, take Highway 285 southwest about 75 miles to the town of Como. Turn north on County Road 33 and go approximately 4 miles to the cabin. Parking is along east side of the road. <br/><br/> Guests must have combination lock to cabin prior to arrival.

What facilities are there?

These historic 1880 cabins are nestled at the base of Boreas Pass in Park County,CO. Roberts cabin is a two-story log cabin, with one room on each floor and a steep staircase leading up to the top floor - this cabin sleep up to 10 guests in five double beds and a futon bed. Schwartz cabin is a small single room detached cabin with a full bed and twin bed. Each cabin has a full size wood stove for heat. A single vault toilet is located outside. Parking can accommodate up to four vehicles with limited trailer turnaround. No water or cooking utensils are available. Pillows and blankets are not provided. Guests are advised to bring plenty of water for drinking, cooking and cleaning. They should also bring cooking pots and utensils, sleeping bags or blankets, flashlights, matches, outdoor furniture and firewood.

About — from the official source

Overview Roberts Cabin is one of the recognized historic cabins in Pike & San Isabel National Forests. The primitive cabin dates back to the mining and railroad era of the 1880s, and is eligible for placement in the National Register of Historic Places. Through the ages, the structure has been used as a residence, a blacksmith's shop and stables. In 1993, the piece of history was restored to its original form and converted for use as a cabin rental. Recreation Bird and wildlife watching are popular pastimes. In summer, many hiking trails are available to explore, this includes the extensive Colorado Trail that extends across the state from Denver to Durango. Winter recreation like cross country skiing and sledding are available, but the cabin is closed in peak winter months from December to April. Facilities These historic 1880 cabins are nestled at the base of Boreas Pass in Park County,CO. Roberts cabin is a two-story log cabin, with one room on each floor and a steep staircase leading up to the top floor - this cabin sleep up to 10 guests in five double beds and a futon bed. Schwartz cabin is a small single room detached cabin with a full bed and twin bed. Each cabin has a full size wood stove for heat. A single vault toilet is located outside. Parking can accommodate up to four vehicles with limited trailer turnaround. No water or cooking utensils are available. Pillows and blankets are not provided. Guests are advised to bring plenty of water for drinking, cooking and cleaning. They should also bring cooking pots and utensils, sleeping bags or blankets, flashlights, matches, outdoor furniture and firewood. Natural Features Roberts Cabin is located in the South Park Ranger District of the Pike National Forest, which inludes South Park, part of the Mosquito Range, Eleven Mile Canyon, Jefferson Lake Recreation Areas, the Tarryall Mountains and Puma Hills. The cabin offers impressive views of the Mostquito Range and is located at the base of the Boreas Pass, a 11,492 foot high mountain pass in central Colorado that is open seasonally to passanger vehicles to traverse the Continental Divide from Como to Breckenridge. Wildlife sightings may include elk, deer, moose, black bear, golden eagles and the great horned owl. Nearby Attractions The cabin is convenient to Como, a town steeped with railroad history. It is also near Breckenridge, Fairplay and the Colorado Trail.

Fees

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Reservations

This facility is listed as reservable on Recreation.gov.

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