Aspen Leaf Cabin (Uncompahgre National Forest, Co)
Grand Mesa, Uncompahgre and Gunnison National Forest — lakeside, fishing, hiking
Location: Whitewater, CO, CO
Price: From $60 per night
Rating: 3.5 out of 5 (2 reviews)
Season: May through October
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.
Cell coverage (FCC estimate): weak signal. Actual signal may vary in remote areas. Best carrier: AT&T.
Amenities: Fire Rings, Picnic Tables, Flush Toilets, Drinking Water, Showers, Electric Hookups, Fishing, Firewood for Sale
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This 1930s-era cabin offers remote mountain access to the extensive Divide Forks ATV complex and North Uncompahgre trail system, making it ideal for off-road enthusiasts and mountain bikers. The setting provides fishing and wildlife viewing opportunities in an established Forest Service location.
Wildlife alert: American Kestrels, Wild Turkey, and Rock Squirrels are present in the area. Hunting is listed as an available activity.
Insider tips for Aspen Leaf Cabin (Uncompahgre National Forest, Co): Book early — this is a federal campground with only 1 site and seasonal-only operations (May-October) Plan for potential weather-related access issues in October; 4WD recommended late season Divide Road is unmarked but signed as 'National Forest Access Divide Road, Uncompahgre Plateau' before the turn from County Road 141
Skip Aspen Leaf Cabin (Uncompahgre National Forest, Co) if: You need hookups — the listing confirms no hookups at most sites. You're traveling in winter — seasonal operations end in October. You require flush toilets as primary facility — verify shower/toilet availability before booking a 1-site location.
Best time to visit Aspen Leaf Cabin (Uncompahgre National Forest, Co): May-September — Standard operating season; 4WD may be required by October depending on weather conditions.
Nearby campgrounds: Oak Cabin (Whitewater, CO), Buckeye Recreation Area (Co) (Montrose County, CO), Saddlehorn Campground (Fruita, CO), Warner Lake (Moab, UT).
Cell Phone Coverage at Aspen Leaf Cabin (Uncompahgre National Forest, Co)
Cell signal at Aspen Leaf Cabin (Uncompahgre National Forest, Co) (Whitewater, CO): weak overall signal based on FCC broadband data. Best carrier: AT&T.
- AT&T 4G LTE: 100% coverage · AT&T 5G: 100%
Coverage data source: FCC Broadband Data Collection (BDC). Actual signal may vary due to terrain, tree cover, and distance from towers. Camper reports are more reliable than coverage maps in remote areas.
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.
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Insider tips & when to go
CamperWatch intel · hand-curated entryBook early
this is a federal campground with only 1 site and seasonal-only operations (May-October)
Plan for potential weather-related access issues in October; 4WD recommended late season
Divide Road is unmarked but signed as 'National Forest Access Divide Road, Uncompahgre Plateau' before the turn from County Road 141
Standard operating season; 4WD may be required by October depending on weather conditions
Things to do nearby
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Wildlife nearby
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Getting there →
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, and Aspen Leaf is the first cabin on the lef
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- Book on recreation.gov exactly 6 months ahead at 10am ET — Grand Mesa, Uncompahgre and Gunnison National Forest fills fast in peak season.
- Check current road conditions at Grand Mesa, Uncompahgre and Gunnison National Forest before arrival — seasonal closures common.
- Bear country — store all food in bear boxes or locked vehicle at all times.
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