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SILESCA CABIN

USFS · Campground · Fee

Fast facts

Cost
Fee charged
Managed by
USFS
Type
Campground
Hours
Check in: 2:00 p.m.; Check-out: 12:00 p.m.; Quiet hours are 10:00 p.m. until 6:00 a.m.
Reservations
fs.usda.gov
Phone
(970) 240-5300
Nearest dump station
Taylor Lagoons Dump Station · 93.9 mi
Coordinates
38.3328, -108.1253
Last verified
September 19, 2026
38.3328° N · 108.1253° W
Last verifiedSeptember 19, 2026

About this place

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 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 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.

From the USFS.

Is SILESCA CABIN free?

No. SILESCA CABIN charges a fee. It is managed by the USFS. Sites are reservable through fs.usda.gov.

How do I get to SILESCA CABIN?

From Montrose, CO, take Colorado Highway 90 west, and follow the signs to remain on it as it weaves its way out of town. In 20 miles, it enters the Uncompahgre National Forest. Silesca Cabin is about a half mile further on the left side of the road.

Nearby

SourceData from the USFS. Last synced September 19, 2026. Community reports and photos are submitted by travelers and are not verified by the agency.

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