Stub Creek Cabin

About this site

Overview Stub Creek Cabin is located on the north end of the Laramie River Valley in north-central Colorado. It is a well-equipped cabin that provides guests with a comfortable stay and many modern amenities, as well as access to a variety of recreational opportunities. Visitors to the area enjoy hiking and horseback riding, as well as hunting and viewing wildlife. The cabin was built by the Civilian Conservation Corps in 1936 and was originally used as lodging for the district ranger's family and Forest Service employees. It can be accessed by vehicle. Guests are responsible for their own travel arrangements and safety, and must bring several of their own amenities. Recreation Visitors to the area enjoy a variety of recreational activities, including hiking, horseback riding and backpacking along many trails within the surrounding forest. Off-highway vehicles (OHV) are permitted on nearby designated roads. There are no OHV routes on site at the Stub Creek cabin site. Hunting and fishing are also available in the area and visitors are responsible for knowing the various rules and regulations. Wildlife viewing is also popular. Facilities The cabin has a fireplace, heat and lights, indoor plumbing, modern kitchen appliances, and two bedrooms. Maximum occupancy is no more than five people. Restrooms and potable water are available at this site. Natural Features The cabin is about 75 miles from Fort Collins, in the Arapaho and Roosevelt National Forests and Pawnee National Grassland. It sits in an open area, at an elevation of 8,400 feet. The facility is surrounded by spruce, fir and lodgepole pine trees. Stub Creek passes through the area and is a short walk from the cabin. Abundant wildlife, including moose, deer, elk, bear, and many bird species, make their home in the area. Nearby Attractions The town of Walden (pop. 600) is one hour southwest of Stub Creek cabin by car. It was named Colorado's moose viewing capital in 1995. Basic services are available there. Laramie, Wyoming (pop. 33,000) is a full-service town located a little over an hour's drive northwest of Stub Creek cabin. Additional Info: Two-night minimum stay, 14-night maximum stay. Camping outside the cabin is not allowed. The Stub Creek Ranger Station was originally used as housing for the district ranger's family and crew quarters for summer employees. Some of the buildings on site were constructed as early as 1905. The ranger's log cabin house is considered significant as a representative of the first use of hewn face logs, later to become a standard design in the U.S. Forest Service. Open from June 6 to September 27.

Amenities & access

Maximum vehicle length

25 feet

Contact

• 970-295-6700
• https://www.recreation.gov/camping/campgrounds/233731

Location

40.793889, -105.905000