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Lone Cone Cabin
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Currently closed for the winter season. The cabin typically opens late May through October 15, weather dependent. Summer and fall access is by passenger vehicle or 4WD depending on road conditions. Reservations via Recreation.gov must be made 3-4 days in advance and no earlier than 6 months prior to arrival.

Uncompahgre National Forest

Wheeled Vehicles in Wilderness

This order describes the prohibition of wheeled vehicles in all National Forest Wilderness Areas of the Rocky Mountain Region and any exceptions thereof.

Uncompahgre National Forest

Weed Free Forage Products

The purpose of this Order is to prevent the introduction or spread of noxious weeds.

Uncompahgre National Forest

Cave Closure and Restrictions

The purpose of this Order is to reduce the spread of the fungus that causes White nose syndrome and to protect bat species during critical biological periods.

About

Lone Cone Cabin is a historic 1936 Forest Service guard station situated in a large secluded meadow at 9,200 feet elevation within the Uncompahgre National Forest. The cabin sits surrounded by aspen and spruce forest with excellent views of Lone Cone Peak and remarkably dark night skies ideal for stargazing. Two bedrooms accommodate up to 8 guests: one room with two bunkbeds, another with a queen bed, plus a queen-sized hide-a-bed in the living room. The cabin features a flush toilet, shower, and fully equipped kitchen with electric oven/range, microwave, refrigerator, cookware, and utensils. Two woodstoves provide heat with firewood available on-site. Note that water comes from an untreated well and must be boiled for at least 5 minutes before drinking; guests should bring their own potable water. Power outages occur regularly during windstorms, which also disables the water system. A horse corral with feed bunk and water trough is located 150 yards south of the cabin for equestrian visitors bringing certified weed-free hay. The Lone Cone Trailhead providing access to Lizard Head Wilderness is a short walk away, and the surrounding area offers exceptional hunting, mountain biking, and OHV opportunities on an extensive network of forest roads.

Directions

From Norwood, drive 1.3 miles east on Highway 145, turn right onto County Road 44ZS (Lone Cone Road toward Miramonte Reservoir) and proceed 12 miles. Turn left onto County Road M44, proceed 2.5 miles. Turn right onto County Road 46M/Forest Road 611, proceed about 9 miles. Turn right at the Lone Cone Cabin sign and drive 1/4 mile to the cabin. A gate code will be provided within 48 hours of your reservation.

Amenities

Water No
Fires Allowed
Toilets Yes
Dump Station No
Wifi
Pets Allowed Yes
Showers Yes
Electric Hookups
Water Hookups
Sewer Hookups
Camp Store No
Price $120

Vehicle

Max RV Length
Max Trailer Length
Big Rig Friendly No
Pull Through Sites No

Contact

Phone +1 (970) 327-4261

Cell Service

AT&T None
Verizon None
T-Mobile None

Availability

Photos

Lone Cone Cabin
Lone Cone Cabin
View of kitchen and woodstove in the Lone Cone Cabin
Lone Cone Cabin bedroom

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