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Silesca Cabin

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Silesca Cabin is closed for the 2024 season, pending water system repairs.

General Overview

USDA Forest Service

Grand Mesa, Uncompahgre and Gunnison National Forest

Overview

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.

Recreation

Hiking, mountain biking, single track dirtbiking, UTV & ATV riding, horseback riding, hunting and wildlife viewing are all available in the vicinity. Silesca Pond is a short walk north of the cabin. Silesca Cabin is located near a limited hunting area for Rocky Mountain Elk, Unit 61.__

Facilities

Hiking, mountain biking, single track dirtbiking, UTV & ATV riding, horseback riding, hunting and wildlife viewing are all available in the vicinity. Silesca Pond is a short walk north of the cabin. Silesca Cabin is located near a limited hunting area for Rocky Mountain Elk, Unit 61.__

Natural Features

The cabin is perched in a meadow surrounded by spruce and aspen trees at an elevation of 9,200 feet.__

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Location

Silesca Cabin is located in Colorado

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Directions

Follow Highway 90 southwest from Montrose. Watch for signs as the highway makes several turns as it weaves its way out of town. The pavement ends where the road begins to climb out of the Uncompahgre River Valley and enters lands administered by the Bureau of Land Management. In 20 miles, it enters the Uncompahgre National Forest. Silesca Cabin is about a half-mile further on the left side of the road.

Address

2505 South Townsend Avenue
Montrose, CO 81401

Coordinates

38.3327778 N
108.1252778 W

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Access

  • Drive-In
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Site Types

  • Cabins

Features

For Campers

  • Picnic Table
  • Reservable
  • Electric Hookups
  • Toilets
  • Alcohol
  • Fires

For Vehicles

  • 30 Amp Hookups

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Dan R.
Reviewed Oct. 20, 2021

Perfect place to disconnect

Ignore the other review, the bathrooms work just fine. While you do need to bring drinking/cooking water, there’s running water for showers, toilets, and cleaning.

The whole place is very charming and a great remote spot. Can’t wait to go back!

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  • Review photo of Silesca Cabin by Dan R., October 20, 2021
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J
Reviewed Jul. 21, 2019

NO water - Disgusting porta potty outside

This is an old forest service cabin. The cabin itself is ok.  However, they advertise that there is non-potable water and two bathrooms inside.  Without water, the bathrooms don't work and the porta potty outside is truly the world's most disgusting.  All this for $120 per night.

Frequently Asked Questions

  • Does Silesca Cabin have RV hookups?

    According to TheDyrt.com, Silesca Cabin has 30 amp electric hookups.

  • What is the max vehicle length at Silesca Cabin?

    Silesca Cabin allows vehicles up to 20 feet.

  • Are fires allowed at Silesca Cabin?

    Yes, according to campers on TheDyrt.com, fires are allowed at Silesca Cabin, although make sure to check current fire restrictions in the area.

  • How hard is it to get a campsite at Silesca Cabin?

    Some campers book as far as 6 months in advance, so on high-demand weekends it can be very difficult to get a campsite at Silesca Cabin. If you want to get a last-minute campsite at Silesca Cabin, try setting up a text message Alert atTheDyrt.com/alerts

  • Why is it so hard to get a campsite at Silesca Cabin?

    There are 1 campsites at Silesca Cabin and over 80 million Americans who camp! Try snagging a cancellation by setting up a text message Alert atTheDyrt.com/alerts