Aspen Cabin

This small 2-room cabin is very isolated on a mountain top at approximately 9,300 foot elevation. It is very rustic and in the forest with beautiful views of the valley below and surrounded by fir and aspen forest.  The cabin is unfurnished, so bring your own bedding (cots, sleeping bags, pillows, blankets).  You have lots of privacy and solitude here, and although there is a cabin on the adjoining property, it is hidden by the forest.  We have about 3 miles of trails on our 139-acre property, and I will be happy to provide you a trail map and show you around if you ask!  We have a big meadow and beautiful horses grazing in our pasture.  You can certainly pet them and visit them across the fence, but they do not belong to us, so do not go into the pasture with them.  Keep in mind that this cabin is on top of a mountain (Ocate Mesa) and there is a lot of wildlife:  elk, black bears, coyotes, chipmunks, and possibly a mountain lion.  This means that you must keep the cabin clean, do not leave food outside or in the open, and do not bring any meats (only pre-cooked meats or dried jerky are allowed)  that require cooking as these can attract wildlife.  There are no kitchen appliances (refrigerator, stove, etc.) so you will need to bring your own cooler for food, storage containers for your food, etc.  The cabin does close up securely, so it is safe to leave food inside as long as it is in containers.  The road to get here is rough in places, so a vehicle with clearance is necessary.  It is uphill all the way and somewhat steep.  So take it slow and watch for ruts and rocks.  Hope to see you on this beautiful mountaintop!