About Aspen Leaf Cabin (Uncompahgre National Forest, Co)
Aspen Leaf is one of three cabins at the Cold Springs Work Center that welcomes guests with its homey vibe and remote mountain setting. Mountain biking and off-road vehicle trails are easily accessed here. The cabin was built in the 1930s for use by Forest Service employees. Vehicles can easily access the area, but a 4WD may be required in October, depending on weather conditions. The North Uncompahgre boasts an extensive ATV trail system known as the Divide Forks ATV complex. Over 50 miles of trails can be explored. 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. This cabin has one bedroom and a bathroom with a flush toilet and shower. Sleeping accommodations include three twin-size beds and a queen sofa sleeper. Up to six guests may stay in this cabin, but extra cots and…
- Fees: $150 per night.
- Season: Mid-June – Mid-October
- Managed by: Grand Mesa, Uncompahgre and Gunnison National Forest, FS
- Where: 27 mi north of Nucla, CO · 38.65056, -108.67361
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Official page for this camp (fees, closures, booking)
Weather by month
Typical daily highs and lows (°F), 1991–2020 NOAA normals. Best months: Jun–Sep (comfortable days, mild nights, little rain). Nights below freezing: Oct–Apr.
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Trails near camp
| Trail | Open to | From camp | Length |
|---|---|---|---|
| Smith Point | ATV road | 0.1 mi | 7.8 mi |
| Cold Springs Ranger Station | ATV road | 0.1 mi | 0.5 mi |
| Divide Forks Cutoff | Horse, Dirt bike | 0.5 mi | 3.1 mi |
| Mailbox | Horse, ATV / OHV, Dirt bike | 0.8 mi | 4.9 mi |
| Telephone | Horse | 1.2 mi | 3.3 mi |
| Bittle Loop | Horse, ATV / OHV, Dirt bike | 1.5 mi | 3.4 mi |
Straight-line distance from camp, from Forest Service, BLM, state and OpenStreetMap trail data.
Good to know
AT&T 5G
From the carriers' FCC coverage maps, which tend to be generous.The Milky Way casts shadows and the sky is crowded with stars.
Class 1 of 9, from NASA/NOAA night-light data.Stargazing nearby: Nucla and Naturita (Dark Sky Community), 27 mi.