Oak Cabin
Oak Cabin attracts outdoor enthusiasts ranging from mountain bikers to hunters to those who love riding off-road. The somewhat remote, semi-rustic cabin provides an ideal resting spot among aspen trees and mountain scenery. One of three cabins in the area, Oak Cabin was built in the 1930s for use by Forest Service employees at the Cold Springs Work Center. One of the other cabins may be occupied by Forest Service personnel. The area is easily accessed by vehicles, but a 4WD may be required in October, depending on weather conditions.
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| Site | Shade | Water / sewer | People / vehicles | Fires |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Oak Cabin | Partial | Yes / – | 4 / 2 | 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 12:00 PM, checkout 11:00 AM.
Amenities & rules
| Campfires | Allowed, subject to restrictions |
The single-story cabin, which sleeps four guests, has a small grassy lawn shaded by aspen trees. Furnishings include two twin-size beds in a bedroom, one queen sofa sleeper in the living room and one bathroom with a shower and flush toilet. The kitchen has a propane stove and refrigerator, plus basic cooking and eating utensils like plates, knives, forks and pots. Cleaning supplies are provided. Drinking water is supplied but the cabin has no electricity. Guests should bring propane lanterns, matches, bedding, toilet paper, dish towels, warm clothing, paper towels, and tools for gathering and cutting firewood. No RV’s, campers, or tents allowed. Please conserve water. Water can be limited at times. Bring back-up drinking water.
Individual sites vary. Confirm on Recreation.gov or with the managing office.
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Getting there
From Grand Junction, head south on Highway 50. Take a right on County Road 141 heading south for 14.5 miles. Make a sharp left on Divide Road. This road is not marked, but prior to turn, a sign reads "National Forest Access Divide Road, Uncompahgre Plateau." Follow this road for 19.6 miles and take a left on Forest Road 406 (where a sign says…
| Coordinates | 38.6506° N, 108.6736° W · Directions ↗ |
Fire nearby
- PrescribedTransfer Rd Rx
30 mi from the campground · 139 acres
Distance is to the reported incident point, not the fire edge. Call the managing office before you drive.
Supplies & services
| Outdoor gear | Gearhead Outfitters ↗ | 29.4 mi |
| RV sales & service | Pine Country ↗ | 30.2 mi |
| Dump station | Dump station ↗ | 31.3 mi |
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Trails nearby
- 0.5 miDivide Forks Cutoff3.1 mi trail · hiking, horse, bike, motorcycle and 1 more
- 0.8 miMailbox ↗5 mi trail · hiking, horse, bike, motorcycle and 2 more
- 1.2 miTelephone3.2 mi trail · hiking, horse
- 1.6 miMailbox Cutoff1.6 mi trail · hiking, horse, bike, motorcycle and 2 more
- 1.7 miBunch Ground1.4 mi trail · hiking, horse
- 2 miMassey Branch2.8 mi trail · hiking, horse, bike, motorcycle and 1 more
Trail and trailhead records are the Forest Service's. Distances are straight-line to the nearer trail end. Trail conditions are not tracked here.
Public land it sits in
Dominguez–Escalante National Conservation Area begins about 6.4 miles away, and it is the closest of these.
- 6.4 miDominguez–Escalante National Conservation Area ↗National Conservation Area · Bureau of Land Management · 218,593 acres
- 10.9 miDominguez Canyon Wilderness ↗Wilderness · Bureau of Land Management · 66,280 acres
Each unit is published as a centre point and an acreage rather than a boundary, so this section stands it in for a circle of the same area. Whether a campground is inside, and how far it is from one it is outside, are both approximate.
Other campgrounds nearby
Cabin and lookout rentals nearby
Natural features
Oak Cabin sits in a field with scattered aspen and mountain shrub vegetation on the north end of the Uncompahre National Forest. At 9,000 feet, the area offers crisp mountain air, mild days and chilly nights. Black bears, mountain lions, marmots and deer are among the wild inhabitants. Please be aware of bear safety.
Recreation
The North Uncompahgre boasts an extensive ATV trail system known as the Divide Forks ATV complex. Over 50 miles of trails can be explored here. Mountain bikers make use of the popular Tabaguache Trail System, and in fall, hunters frequent the area. Hiking and horseback riding are also enjoyable activities.
Nearby
The nearest grocery store is in Grand Junction, which is 44 miles from the cabin. Anglers looking for lake fishing can head to Big Creek Reservoir, about 14 miles away.
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Reference
Questions people ask
Do I need a reservation at Oak Cabin?
Sites at Oak 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 Oak Cabin?
Check-in 12:00 PM, checkout 11:00 AM.
Source: Recreation.gov
How many sites does Oak Cabin have?
1 site, including 1 cabin.
Source: Recreation.gov
Does Oak Cabin have hookups?
Yes, water hookups at some sites.
Source: Recreation.gov
Are there showers or a dump station at Oak Cabin?
Furnishings include two twin-size beds in a bedroom, one queen sofa sleeper in the living room and one bathroom with a shower and flush toilet.
Source: Recreation.gov
Can I have a campfire at Oak Cabin?
Fires are allowed in the provided rings under normal conditions. As of 2026-10-16, there is 1 active fire within 50 miles, so check current restrictions before you light one.
Source: Fire nearby
Is there cell service at Oak Cabin?
FCC coverage maps show AT&T 5G at the campground point. Terrain changes that from one site to the next.
Source: FCC Broadband Map
What is there to do at Oak Cabin?
The North Uncompahgre boasts an extensive ATV trail system known as the Divide Forks ATV complex. The Recreation section on this page has the rest.
Source: Recreation
What if Oak Cabin is full?
The nearest public campgrounds are Columbine Campground (22.2 mi, first-come), Buckeye Recreation Area (24.5 mi), and Dewey Bridge Campground (29.7 mi, partly first-come).
Source: Campgrounds nearby