Roberts Cabin
Roberts Cabin is one of the recognized historic cabins in Pike & San Isabel National Forests. The primitive cabin dates back to the mining and railroad era of the 1880s, and is eligible for placement in the National Register of Historic Places. Through the ages, the structure has been used as a residence, a blacksmith's shop and stables. In 1993, the piece of history was restored to its original form and converted for use as a cabin rental.
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Site guide
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| Site | Fits, ft | Surface | Shade | Water / sewer | People / vehicles | Fires |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| CABIN | 100 | Gravel | Partial | No / No | 12 / 4 | Yes |
Per-site records as published by the managing agency on Recreation.gov. Blank cells mean the agency listed nothing for that site. Check-in 2:00 PM, checkout 12:00 PM.
The site record lists 12 people. The campground description says up to 10 people.
Amenities & rules
These historic 1880 cabins are nestled at the base of Boreas Pass in Park County,CO. Roberts cabin is a two-story log cabin, with one room on each floor and a steep staircase leading up to the top floor - this cabin sleep up to 10 guests in five double beds and a futon bed. Schwartz cabin is a small single room detached cabin with a full bed and twin bed. Each cabin has a full size wood stove for heat. A single vault toilet is located outside. Parking can accommodate up to four vehicles with limited trailer turnaround. No water or cooking utensils are available. Pillows and blankets are not provided. Guests are advised to bring plenty of water for drinking, cooking and cleaning. They should also bring cooking pots and utensils, sleeping bags or blankets, flashlights, matches, outdoor furniture and firewood.
Individual sites vary. Confirm on Recreation.gov or with the managing office.
Weather by month
Getting there
From Denver, Colorado, take Highway 285 southwest about 75 miles to the town of Como. Turn north on County Road 33 and go approximately 4 miles to the cabin. Parking is along east side of the road. Guests must have combination lock to cabin prior to arrival.
| Nearest town | Fairplay, Colorado |
| Coordinates | 39.3400° N, 105.9317° W · Directions ↗ |
Fire nearby
- PrescribedHarris Park Broadcast Rx
26 mi from the campground · 390 acres
- WildfireWillow
28 mi from the campground · 7,359 acres · 92% contained
- PrescribedO'Brien 2 Broadcast Rx
38 mi from the campground · 267 acres
Distance is to the reported incident point, not the fire edge. Call the managing office before you drive.
Supplies & services
| Outdoor gear | Fly Fishing ↗ | 21 mi |
| Dump station | Dump station ↗ | 36.3 mi |
| RV sales & service | RV sales & service ↗ | 47.6 mi |
Locations © OpenStreetMap contributors. Call ahead; hours change seasonally.
Explore
Worth a stop
The cabin is convenient to Como, a town steeped with railroad history. It is also near Breckenridge, Fairplay and the Colorado Trail.
- 12 miGibson Lake Trailhead ↗Trailhead
- 13.6 mi
Trails nearby
- 1.8 miGold Dust ↗8.7 mi trail · hiking, horse, bike
- 2.1 miTrout Creek ↗5.5 mi trail · hiking, horse, bike, motorcycle and 2 more
- 4.2 miCrooked Creek1.7 mi trail · hiking, horse, bike
Trail and trailhead records are the Forest Service's. Distances are straight-line to the nearer trail end. Trail conditions are not tracked here.
Other campgrounds nearby
Historic landmarks nearby
Natural features
Roberts Cabin is located in the South Park Ranger District of the Pike National Forest, which inludes South Park, part of the Mosquito Range, Eleven Mile Canyon, Jefferson Lake Recreation Areas, the Tarryall Mountains and Puma Hills. The cabin offers impressive views of the Mostquito Range and is located at the base of the Boreas Pass, a 11,492 foot high mountain pass in central Colorado that is open seasonally to passanger vehicles to traverse the Continental Divide from Como to Breckenridge. Wildlife sightings may include elk, deer, moose, black bear, golden eagles and the great horned owl.
Recreation
Bird and wildlife watching are popular pastimes. In summer, many hiking trails are available to explore, this includes the extensive Colorado Trail that extends across the state from Denver to Durango. Winter recreation like cross country skiing and sledding are available, but the cabin is closed in peak winter months from December to April.
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Reference
Questions people ask
Do I need a reservation at Roberts Cabin?
Sites at Roberts Cabin are reservable on Recreation.gov. Any walk-up sites are listed on the booking page.
Source: Recreation.gov
What time is check-in at Roberts Cabin?
Check-in 2:00 PM, checkout 12:00 PM.
Source: Recreation.gov
How many sites does Roberts Cabin have?
1 site, including 1 cabin.
Source: Recreation.gov
What is there to do at Roberts Cabin?
Bird and wildlife watching are popular pastimes. The Recreation section on this page has the rest.
Source: Recreation
What is the nearest town to Roberts Cabin?
Fairplay, Colorado. The cabin is convenient to Como, a town steeped with railroad history.
Source: Getting there
What if Roberts Cabin is full?
The nearest public campgrounds are Selkirk (2.5 mi, first-come), Michigan Creek (5.6 mi, first-come), and Lodgepole (6.9 mi).
Source: Campgrounds nearby