## 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 &amp; 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

 The rustic cabin accommodates up to six guests. Amenities include three bedrooms with six twin beds, electricity, refrigerator and a wood stove. Limited cooking utensils, dishes and cleaning supplies are provided. The kitchen and bathroom are located in the basement of this cabin. A campfire ring and picnic table are located outside. No drinking water is available. Items to bring include food, bedding, warm clothing, toilet paper, flashlights, towels, dish soap and toiletries. [Click here][1] for more cabin details. 
## Natural Features

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

[1]: http://www.fs.usda.gov/recarea/gmug/recreation/camping-cabins/recarea/?recid=32844&amp;actid=101

Silesca Cabin

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!