About Aldo Leopold House
Number of accommodations: 1
Seasonal information
2026 Season availability
Leopold House, Loop: Loop A
Site Details
Reviews (10)
What Guests Are Saying
Visitors to the Aldo Leopold House have had fantastic experiences, praising the peaceful surroundings, well-equipped rustic accommodations, and the curated library. Many expressed a desire to return, appreciating the area's beauty and opportunities for exploration. Some noted minor issues, such as the need for more comfortable porch furniture and a mouse problem, but overall, guests found their stays enjoyable and memorable.
What Guests Are Saying
Visitors to the Aldo Leopold House have had fantastic experiences, praising the peaceful surroundings, well-equipped rustic accommodations, and the curated library. Many expressed a desire to return, appreciating the area's beauty and opportunities for exploration. Some noted minor issues, such as the need for more comfortable porch furniture and a mouse problem, but overall, guests found their stays enjoyable and memorable.
Review Summary
J Matthew Thomas
April 14, 2026
Sweet spot. Had a tour. Will for sure come back to stay the night (or 2 or 3)
Annie G
VerifiedApril 6, 2026 • Stayed at: Leopold House, Loop: Loop A
Wish we'd stayed even longer. What a fantastic experience. Exploring the surrounding landscape was so special and the curated library was an added treat. I have a feeling I'll be back next time I'm out west
marvin c
VerifiedOctober 15, 2025 • Stayed at: Leopold House, Loop: Loop A
We enjoyed an excellent stay. Simply peace and quiet.
Brian G
VerifiedSeptember 23, 2025 • Stayed at: Leopold House, Loop: Loop A
Rustic and huge. Well equipped. Visited Earthships Museum and museums in Taos. Needs more and comfortable porch furniture to enjoy the views.
Scott S
VerifiedAugust 11, 2025 • Stayed at: Leopold House, Loop: Loop A
This was a great experience to provide my teenage boys. I am very grateful that people have taken the time to preserve his cabin as well as preserve the isolation and beauty of the area. I think the experience will definitely stay with them for years.
Sarah S
VerifiedJuly 23, 2025 • Stayed at: Leopold House, Loop: Loop A
What a fun experience! The Forest Service has done a great job fixing up this cabin and providing a comfortable experience. Kitchen is fully stocked and there are even some extra blankets in the cabin. Lots of books and reading materials to entertain you! Bring camp chairs to sit on the porch. Be aware there is a mouse issue and have bins to put away ALL food in. We had a fun time exploring Hopewell Lake area, scrambling around in the rocks behind the cabin, and grabbing a meal at the Chili Line café across the street. Such a relaxing stay! For planning purposes, there are 4 bedrooms: one downstairs with a queen bed, three upstairs: one with a queen and twin, another with two twins, and another with three twins.
Rusty Connor
May 9, 2025
The place was closed, but we walked around and peeked in the windows. If you're an Aldo fan, as I am, it's definitely worth the visit We'll go back when it's open. The Forest Service office nearby has info about it.
WES Harman
October 29, 2020
Beautiful spot but be aware there appears to be no admittance by the public to the property. You can park next to the post office and get a nice photo of the site from next to the 'NO TRESPASSING' sign anyway.
D J
June 10, 2020
Ahhh...The Big Brown Bungalow, or the home of Brown. Aldo Leopold’s Mia Casita. What a beautiful bungalow, so much history. I was lucky enough to enter and see his painting and the fireplace 1st hand. The views from the front patio are what life is about. You can see places not for the meek in the Chili Line Depot (which is a must eat), you need not a paddle for the Tres Piedras Arroyo, and the old heavy load Tres Piedras lumber mill is just past that. The Tres Piedras water tower used to hold water high and is now a protected landmark. The blaze of the ol’ Chili Line Railway ran just across the way. One treasure of a place.
Please, respect the surrounding lands when the time comes. 💙
Jorge efren Aragonez hielo
June 21, 2019
Magnifico
Location Aldo Leopold House
Address:
13 Rodando Road
Tres Piedras, NM, 87577
United States
Current (alternate) route to Leopold House Alternate Route--2025--Use this route!! (Click on this link to see map)
Due to the ongoing highway construction on Hwy. 285, your route to the house has changed. Disregard the original address and directions to the house. On your day of arrival, please first navigate to the Tres Piedras Ranger Station (22280 Hwy. 64, Tres Piedras). (GPS coordinates at parking lot: Latitude-- 36 degrees 39' 04.1" and Longitude--105 degrees 58' 24.9"). From the parking lot in front of the ranger station, follow the signs that say 'Leopold House' with arrows. You can set your odometer to zero in the parking lot and will arrive at the green gate at 0.3 miles.
The Aldo Leopold House is accessible via US Highway 64, which is approximately 12 miles away to the south. This highway connects to other major routes in the region.
Latitude & Longitude: 36.6529 / -105.97
Elevation: 2481 feet
Policies & Rules
Arrival & departure
Check in time
3PM
Check out time
11AM
General
- Items to bring with you: potable water, bedding (sheets, blankets, sleeping bags, etc.), bath towels, kitchen towels, soap, toilet paper, paper towels, trash bags, and personal items.
- Trash service is not available. Please take all of your trash with you.
- Smoking inside the house is prohibited
- Pets are not permitted at the cabin.
- The Leopold House is located in a rural area. Emergency services are at least 45 minutes away. Cell phone service can be limited in the area.
- This is a historic house; please treat the house respectfully to prevent further wear.
- Keep all food inside the house enclosed in bins with lids and/or in the refrigerator. Bears and rodents are attracted to food.
- DO NOT use fireplace.
- The Leopold House is located at an active Forest Service Administrative site. Please do not block the entrance gate or access to the barn.
- Grills, campfires, and any outdoor cooking are NOT allowed on the back and front porches, nor within the area surrounding the house. Fire danger is always a concern in the Southwest.
- This is a RUSTIC dwelling with limited amenities.
- Beds and bathroom: One queen located on the first floor; one queen and six twin beds located on the second floor.There is ONE bathroom on the first floor that includes a toilet, vanity, and claw foot tub with a shower sprayer. There is no bathroom on the second floor.NOTE: The steps to the second floor are very steep and are not suitable for people with mobility issues.
- After-hour emergencies: Contact Eric Garner at 907-209-1199, Richard Rubin at 575-200-4044, or Jennifer Sublett at 575-779-1895
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Last updated: June 15, 2026
