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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.
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.
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. [Click here](http://www.fs.usda.gov/recarea/gmug/recreation/camping-cabins/recarea/?recid=41645&actid=101) for more cabin details.
No RV's, campers, or tents allowed.
Please conserve water. Water can be limited at times. Bring back-up drinking water.
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.](http://www.fs.usda.gov/detail/gmug/learning/safety-ethics/?cid=fsbdev7_002715)
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.
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 "Cold Springs Work Center"). Go a quarter-mile and then turn right on 406.1A. Cabin is a half-mile after turn on the left.
Have combination lock handy to enter the gate. Parking is in front of the cabin.
We love this Motel/ Air B& B and stay here whenever we are in La Veta! The rooms are so cute and the price is right
I cannot say enough good things about this place. I had got food poisoning the day before we were to leave and Patti was so wonderful in finding an alternative date for us. Their cabins are furnished with coffee, etc., toilet tissues, bath gel, and shampoo. We ran out of coffee and Patti brought us some more.
We extended our stay for another week but she did not have availability and we had to stay elsewhere that didn't offer any amenities.
These people are so friendly including the dogs and cat.
We loved it there and will go back.
Our stay at Two Fox Cabins in the Bear Den couldn’t have been better! Everything about it was perfect! The Bear Den is a cute cabin decorated with you guessed it, 🐻BEARS! It was a beautiful cabin, comfortable and sparkling clean! The owners Patricia and Doug were so nice and accommodating. We enjoyed sitting by the fire 🔥visiting with them and a few other guests. Perfect night! We also enjoyed their very polite dogs and cute cats that payed a visit. I visit LaVeta once a year and this is where I will be staying from now on. I already want to go back for another visit🙂
If your want a cute mountain stay in Colorado then you have to come see Doug, Pat, and the dogs the cabins are cute affordable and located in a beautiful quiet piece of Colorado.
Great cozy little cabins. Very clean and nicely decorated. The grounds were very nice. Definitely will be back. My wife and I had a great time. My only regret was not staying a few more nights. I did meet Doug one of the owners. Super nice guy.
