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Matterhorn Cabin — Grand Mesa, Uncompahgre And Gunnison National Forest

Matterhorn Cabin is located near Ophir, Colorado, within the Grand Mesa, Uncompahgre, and Gunnison National Forest. The area features forested terrain with elevations that can lead to cooler temperatures, ranging from 30°F to 70°F depending on the season. Nearby attractions include the scenic Ophir Pass and the historic town of Telluride, offering opportunities for exploration and outdoor activities.

Description

USDA Forest Service

Grand Mesa, Uncompahgre and Gunnison National Forest

Overview

The Matterhorn Cabin is a great destination for anything from a family reunion to a week-long ski trip. This modern facility offers comfortable accommodations for groups of 12 or more and is available during the fall and winter months. Located just off the highway, it is easily accessible by passenger cars and is only 15 miles from the town of Telluride.

Recreation

Ski right from the cabin door onto groomed cross-country ski trails! Neighboring the cabin is a groomed cross-country ski area that offers 10 kilometers of groomed trails for classic skiing, skate skiing and snowshoeing. The Telluride Ski Area is just a 15-minute drive from the cabin, offering world-class skiing and snowboarding. Snowmobilers will enjoy riding the Lizard Head meadows (three miles away) or riding groomed trails in the nearby Alta Lakes area. Local guide services offer heli-skiing, snowmobiling, backcountry skiing, dog sledding and ice climbing trips.

Facilities

Natural Features

Visitors can expect a large facility set back roughly 100 feet from the road within a forested setting. Guests will have a prominent view of Sheep Mountain (13,188 feet) from the front porch.

contact_info

This location has limited staffing. Please call (970) 729-2307 for general information.

Nearby Attractions

Nearby winter attractions include the Telluride Ski Area, Lizard Head Wilderness and the resort towns of Telluride and Mountain Village.

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Location

Matterhorn Cabin — Grand Mesa, Uncompahgre And Gunnison National Forest is located in Colorado

Directions

From Telluride, drive 3 miles west on the State Hwy 145 Spur. At the roundabout, turn left onto Hwy 145 and proceed south for approximately 10 miles. Turn left at the Matterhorn Cabin sign into the cabin parking area (300 yards past the Matterhorn Campground).