Dawson's Cabin
USFS · Lookout/Cabin · Fee
Fast facts
- Cost
- Fee charged
- Managed by
- USFS
- Type
- Lookout/Cabin
- Hours
- This recreational opportunity will remain closed throughout the 2021 season.
- Reservations
- recreation.gov
- Nearest dump station
- Taylor Lagoons Dump Station · 15.6 mi
- Coordinates
- 39.0045, -106.3525
- Last verified
- September 18, 2026
About this place
This recreational opportunity will remain closed throughout the 2021 season.Bring your bedroll, lantern, long johns, water and coffee. Amenities are few, but the experience will be rewarding. Dawson Cabin is in a rustic, remote setting of the Clear Creek Historical District. The historic town of Winfield is about 5 miles farther up the valley.It is reservable for overnight rental at: www.recreation.govAfter making reservations your confirmation from Recreation.gov will include a combination to the cabin and toilet locks.Additional people may make use of tent space around the cabin.
From the USFS.Official page
Is Dawson's Cabin free?
No. Dawson's Cabin charges a fee. It is managed by the USFS. Sites are reservable through recreation.gov.
How do I get to Dawson's Cabin?
From Buena Vista Colorado, go approximately 15 miles north on Highway 24 towards Leadville. Turn west on County Road 390 at Clear Creek Reservoir. Go Approximately 6 miles west on County Road 390. Turn right (north) onto the cabin driveway. The cabin is approximately 100 yds from the County Road.
Nearby
SourceData from the USFS. Last synced September 18, 2026. Community reports and photos are submitted by travelers and are not verified by the agency.
