Best Cabin Camping near Powderhorn, CO
Blue Mesa Recreational Ranch and Gunnison Lakeside Resort provide cabin accommodations near Powderhorn, with access to surrounding outdoor activities. Most cabins include basic furnishings with electricity and climate control systems. "We stayed in the smallest cabin they had, but it had AC, bathroom with shower, and small kitchen," noted one visitor about Gunnison Lakeside Resort. Sapinero Village Campground offers recently renovated cabins with views of Blue Mesa Reservoir, while Oasis RV Resort specializes exclusively in cabin rentals without tent or RV camping options.
Rustic and deluxe cabins are both available, depending on the location. At Blue Mesa Recreational Ranch, cabins provide convenient access to both indoor and outdoor swimming pools, mini golf, and a playground area. Most properties are pet-friendly, though specific policies vary by location. One camper shared, "We had a great view of Blue Mesa" from their cabin at Sapinero Village. Reservations are strongly recommended during summer months, particularly from May through September when most properties operate at full capacity.
Most cabins include beds but require visitors to bring their own linens, towels, and toiletries. Kitchen facilities vary widely across properties, with some offering full kitchenettes while others provide only minimal cooking equipment. Several campgrounds maintain small stores with basic provisions. The Gunnison KOA and Elkhorn RV Resort both offer cabin rentals with firewood available for purchase on-site. Grocery options are more extensive in Gunnison, approximately 25 minutes from most cabin locations, with both a Safeway and local grocery stores available for more substantial shopping needs.
