Robert's Cabin - Pike National Forest, CO
N 39° 20.774 W 105° 55.685
13S E 420028 N 4355610
The primitive cabin dates back to the mining and railroad era of the 1880s. The structure has been used as a residence, a blacksmith's shop and stables, and in 1993, was restored to its original form and converted to a rental cabin.
Waymark Code: WMECDF
Location: Colorado, United States
Date Posted: 05/07/2012
Views: 11
This is a remote, two-story log cabin, with one room on each floor. Up to eight guests may sleep here, and bedding includes two double beds, two single beds and a sleeper sofa. Lanterns and a wood stove are provided, and a vault toilet is outside. Parking can accommodate four vehicles.
No water is available and no cooking utensils are available either. 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.
The cabin offers expansive views of the Front Range and is located at the base of the Boreas Pass. The pass is an 11,492 foot high mountain pass in central Colorado.
Wildlife sightings may include elk, deer, black bear, golden eagles and the great horned owl.
The cabin is convenient to Como, a town steeped with railroad history. It is also near Breckenridge and the Colorado Trail.
Access can be gained by vehicle on CO Rd 801 during warmer months, but must be cross-county skied, snowshoed, or snowmobiled to when snow is on the ground.
Open season is mid-April - late November
Call (719)836-2031 or visit www.recreation.gov for reservations
Type of shelter: cabin
Stay overnight: Yes
Sleeps How Many: 8
Reservation required: Yes
Cost: over $30
Available Year Round: No
Enclosed: Open
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