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Silesca Cabin

Aspens on the Uncompahgre
Silesc Ranger Station

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Power Service

About Silesca Cabin

The historic Silesca Cabin, once used as a Ranger Station, is a semi-rustic dwelling with comfortable modern conveniences like electricity and refrigerator. Located 40 minutes west of the city of Montrose, the cabin is set back 100 feet from the main road, providing easy access with some privacy. The cabin is accessible in the summer and fall by passenger vehicle, when the road is dry. Four-wheel drive vehicles are recommended when the road is wet.

Number of accommodations: 1

Seasonal information

2026 (Current year)

2026 Season availability

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Campground Amenities

Most popular amenities

Power Service
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  • Power Service
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Site Details

Up to 6 guests
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Reviews (26)

Review Summary

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Linda B

Verified

August 22, 2022 Stayed at: Silesca Cabin, Loop: SILESCA CABIN

5

We had an amazing time at the cabin and ponds. We caught the end of the meteor shower and enjoying the pair of great horned owl’s, marmot and deer. PEACE was found

Linda B

Verified

August 22, 2022 Stayed at: Silesca Cabin, Loop: SILESCA CABIN

5

We had an amazing time at the cabin and ponds. We caught the end of the meteor shower and enjoying the pair of great horned owl’s, marmot and deer. PEACE was found

Maxwell Z

Verified

August 18, 2022 Stayed at: Silesca Cabin, Loop: SILESCA CABIN

5

We absolutely loved staying in this cabin. It's exactly the kind of family facility we love to use. Removed enough to have a few quirks, and loved enough to be welcoming and comfortable.

You can feel the communal appreciation the moment you walk in. This unassuming cabin feels luxurious when you find it comes equipped with a full electric kitchen and even gloriously hot water.

We comfortably stayed as a family of six, with a couple of young children and had a blast for the full duration of our stay.

Maxwell Z

Verified

August 18, 2022 Stayed at: Silesca Cabin, Loop: SILESCA CABIN

5

We absolutely loved staying in this cabin. It's exactly the kind of family facility we love to use. Removed enough to have a few quirks, and loved enough to be welcoming and comfortable.

You can feel the communal appreciation the moment you walk in. This unassuming cabin feels luxurious when you find it comes equipped with a full electric kitchen and even gloriously hot water.

We comfortably stayed as a family of six, with a couple of young children and had a blast for the full duration of our stay.

Stephanie G

Verified

August 9, 2022 Stayed at: Silesca Cabin, Loop: SILESCA CABIN

5

Wonderful cabin. Loved the area, the cabin was perfect for our family of 6. Two full bathrooms and a full kitchen really helped us maintain comfort while being remote. The rooms were large enough to spread out from each other, important since this was just one so on our long road trip, and the outside area was inviting. We would recommend to family and friends, and we are considering going back next year.

Stephanie G

Verified

August 9, 2022 Stayed at: Silesca Cabin, Loop: SILESCA CABIN

5

Wonderful cabin. Loved the area, the cabin was perfect for our family of 6. Two full bathrooms and a full kitchen really helped us maintain comfort while being remote. The rooms were large enough to spread out from each other, important since this was just one so on our long road trip, and the outside area was inviting. We would recommend to family and friends, and we are considering going back next year.

Daniel R

Verified

October 20, 2021 Stayed at: Silesca Cabin, Loop: SILESCA CABIN

5

Perfect place to disconnect and recharge.

Each bedroom has two twin beds that easily push together if you need a larger bed.

While the description says you need to bring cooking utensils, there’s plenty of pots, pans, plates, and silverware that have collected over the years.

Daniel R

Verified

October 20, 2021 Stayed at: Silesca Cabin, Loop: SILESCA CABIN

5

Perfect place to disconnect and recharge.

Each bedroom has two twin beds that easily push together if you need a larger bed.

While the description says you need to bring cooking utensils, there’s plenty of pots, pans, plates, and silverware that have collected over the years.

Being H

Verified

October 5, 2021 Stayed at: Silesca Cabin, Loop: SILESCA CABIN

4

It is a big three bedrooms cabin. However, the bathrooms and kitchen are down the basement that wasn’t mentioned in information page. It was relatively clean except lots of flies. We cleaned the cabin for the next quests to enjoy when we left.
It is a long 40-minute drive from Montrose. If you don't plan to travel to other areas during your stay, it will be better. We were disappointed to see the Silesca Pond was dried out. But I was excited to discovered a nearby beautiful pond when I ventured out the back field. It was interesting to read the materials in the cabin about the history of the cabin, pond, and surrounding area.

Being H

Verified

October 5, 2021 Stayed at: Silesca Cabin, Loop: SILESCA CABIN

4

It is a big three bedrooms cabin. However, the bathrooms and kitchen are down the basement that wasn’t mentioned in information page. It was relatively clean except lots of flies. We cleaned the cabin for the next quests to enjoy when we left.
It is a long 40-minute drive from Montrose. If you don't plan to travel to other areas during your stay, it will be better. We were disappointed to see the Silesca Pond was dried out. But I was excited to discovered a nearby beautiful pond when I ventured out the back field. It was interesting to read the materials in the cabin about the history of the cabin, pond, and surrounding area.

Location Silesca Cabin

Address:
2505 South Townsend Avenue
Montrose, CO, 81401
United States

Highway access

Silesca Cabin is accessible via Highway 90, which can be followed southwest from Montrose. The cabin is approximately 20 miles from Montrose along this highway.

Latitude & Longitude: 38.3328 / -108.125

Elevation: 2782 feet

Policies & Rules

Arrival & departure

Check in time

12PM

Check out time

10AM

  • Guests must obtain the entry code for the combination lock by calling the ranger district before arrival.

Cancellation policy

  • Reservation fees are non-refundable. For campsites, cabins, lookouts, yurts, group sites, and similar stays, we charge a reservation service fee of $8.
  • Standard cancellations usually have a $10 cancellation fee. Customers can generally cancel before the check-in date online.
  • Late cancellation rules differ by stay type.
    • Individual campsites: cancelling after 12:00am local time the day before arrival usually means a $10 cancellation fee plus forfeiting the first night's fee.
    • Cabins, lookouts, and yurts: cancelling less than 14 days before arrival usually means a $10 cancellation fee plus forfeiting the first night's fee.
    • One-night reservations: a late cancellation usually forfeits the full amount paid, up to the total original reservation cost.
  • Modifications are allowed before the cut-off window, but fees depend on the change. Changing to dates completely outside the original reservation dates may trigger a $10 change fee. Extending or shortening a stay that still includes original dates usually has no change fee, though refunds may depend on timing and facility rules. Switching to the same type of campsite for the same dates usually has no change fee, but price differences are charged or refunded.
  • Early departures may or may not be refunded. At certain facilities, partial refunds may be possible if staff can mark the site available for other visitors. No refund is given for a night if the early departure is requested after that day's check-out time.
  • Security deposits are separate. Security deposits may be refunded to the original payment method if the facility is left in acceptable condition, as determined by the property.

Accessibility

  • The cabin is not accessible according to current standards.

Utilities

  • Guests are required to bring their own drinking water as none is provided.

Fires & fuel

  • Guests are not allowed to collect firewood on the property.
  • To protect local ecosystems, guests should not transport firewood but obtain it locally instead.

Safety & rules

  • Guests must bring their own garbage bags as part of the 'pack it in, pack it out' policy.
  • Firing firearms is prohibited within 150 yards of the cabin.
  • Smoking is prohibited on the property.
  • There is a risk of hantavirus exposure in remote cabins; guests are encouraged to educate themselves about it.

Site capacity

  • Guests are required to clean the cabin before their departure.

Pets

  • Pets are not permitted on the property.

Wildlife & food storage

  • To prevent bear encounters, keep food secured and remove it after eating.

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Last updated: June 3, 2026

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