Platoro Cabin 2

Rio Grande National Forest — riverside, fishing, hiking

Location: La Jara, CO, CO

Price: From $75 per night

Rating: 4.2 out of 5 (4 reviews)

Season: Year-round

Platoro Cabin 2 is located downtown in the small mining town of Platoro, Colorado, at an elevation of 10,000 feet in the Rio Grande National Forest. The cabin was built in 1963 as a base quarters for various Forest Service Crews working in the surrounding areas until the early 1990s. Today the cabin is a getaway for guests seeking relaxation and recreation in south-central Colorado.

Cell coverage (FCC estimate): none signal. Actual signal may vary in remote areas.

Amenities: Fire Rings, Picnic Tables, Flush Toilets, Showers, Camp Host, Fishing

Availability alerts: Set a free cancellation alert at camperwatch.org/campground/platoro-cabin-2 to be notified when sites open up.

Historic 1963 Forest Service cabin in Platoro at 10,000 feet elevation offering year-round relaxation and recreation in the Rio Grande National Forest. The area provides diverse recreational opportunities including fishing, hiking, and horseback riding.

Wildlife alert: Mountain lions and moose present in the area. Also expect mule deer, red foxes, and long-tailed weasels. Birds include red-tailed hawks, Steller's jays, and mourning doves.

Insider tips for Platoro Cabin 2: Book early as this is a federal campground with limited availability Cabin sits at 10,000 feet elevation in Conejos Canyon Access via FSR 250 from Highway 17 near Antonito, CO (approximately 22 miles from junction)

Skip Platoro Cabin 2 if: You require RV hookups — no hookups available at this site. You need multiple camping sites — only 1 site available.

Best time to visit Platoro Cabin 2: Year-round — Campground operates year-round according to verified data.

Nearby campgrounds: Platoro Cabin 1 (La Jara, CO), Lake Fork(Rio Grande Natl Fore (Antonito, CO), Elwood Cabin (La Jara, CO), Fitton Guard Station Cabin (Del Norte, CO).

Cell Phone Coverage at Platoro Cabin 2

Cell signal at Platoro Cabin 2 (La Jara, CO): none overall signal based on FCC broadband data.

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.

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La Jara, CO, CO★ 4.2 (4 reviews)From $75/nightFederal campground · book on Recreation.gov
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Platoro Cabin 2 is located downtown in the small mining town of Platoro, Colorado, at an elevation of 10,000 feet in the Rio Grande National Forest. The cabin was built in 1963 as a base quarters for various Forest Service Crews working in the surrounding areas until the early 1990s. Today the cabin is a getaway for guests seeking relaxation and recreation in south-central Colorado.

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Verified facts

RIDB / Recreation.gov official database
Check-in2:00 PM
Check-out12:00 PM
SeasonYear-round
Stay limit14 days
Hookups1 electric sites
ADA sites1 sites
Max/site6 people

Amenities

RIDB /facilities /campsites · owner-verified
Essentials
Fire RingsShowers
Recreation
Picnic TablesCamp Host
Family & Pets
Flush ToiletsFishing

Straight talk

CamperWatch intel · curated from camper reports

Known issues, each with the workaround. Read before you book.

Known issuesFederal campground — book early. No hookups at most sites. Seasonal operations.
Skip it if:✕ You require RV hookups — no hookups available at this site✕ You need multiple camping sites — only 1 site available

Insider tips & when to go

CamperWatch intel · hand-curated entry

Book early as this is a federal campground with limited availability

Cabin sits at 10,000 feet elevation in Conejos Canyon

Access via FSR 250 from Highway 17 near Antonito, CO (approximately 22 miles from junction)

Best: Year-round

Campground operates year-round according to verified data

Things to do nearby

RIDB /activities /recareas + intel

Conditions today

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Cell signal

FCC BDC · quarterly dataset
T-Mobile
4G · 0%
Verizon
4G · 0%
AT&T
4G · 0%

FCC maps are theoretical — camper reports confirm signal.

Wildlife nearby

iNaturalist · research-grade · 8 km
Alert: Mountain lions and moose present in the area. Also expect mule deer, red foxes, and long-tailed weasels. Birds include red-tailed hawks, Steller's jays, and mourning doves.

Location

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Getting there →

From Antonito, CO, follow Highway 17 west to its junction with FSR 250. Follow FSR 250 northwest up the Conejos Canyon about 22 miles to Platoro. Turn left on FSR 250.6A and follow it .2 mile to the cabin. From the town of South Fork follow Highway 160 southwest for about 7.5 miles. Turn left onto Park Creek Road which is also Forest Service Road 380. Continue for approximately 27 miles, paralleling Park Creek for much of the way. Turn right, crossing the Alamosa River, and follow National Fores

Campground entrance

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Community

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Pro tips

  • Book on recreation.gov exactly 6 months ahead at 10am ET — Rio Grande National Forest fills fast in peak season.
  • Check current road conditions at Rio Grande National Forest before arrival — seasonal closures common.

Frequently asked questions

RIDB facts + intel · FAQPage schema, speakable
How much does Platoro Cabin 2 cost per night?+
Platoro Cabin 2 costs $75 per night. Hookup options: No hookups.
What season is Platoro Cabin 2 open?+
Platoro Cabin 2 is open Year-round. Check-in is 2:00 PM, check-out is 12:00 PM.
Does Platoro Cabin 2 have hookups?+
No hookups.
What is the maximum RV length at Platoro Cabin 2?+
Platoro Cabin 2 is primarily a tent camping facility.
How do I make reservations at Platoro Cabin 2?+
Platoro Cabin 2 is a federal campground — book 6 months ahead at Recreation.gov. Set a free CamperWatch cancellation alert to be notified the moment a site opens.
What is the cell service like at Platoro Cabin 2?+
According to FCC coverage maps, cell signal at Platoro Cabin 2 is rated none. FCC maps show theoretical coverage — actual signal in remote or heavily forested areas may be weaker.
What season is Platoro Cabin 2 open, and what are check-in times?+
Platoro Cabin 2 is open Year-round. Check-in is 2:00 PM, check-out is 12:00 PM.
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●Data sources on this page
Recreation.gov — Live site availability — updated every 30 min
recreation.gov · RIDB API
National Weather Service — Live hourly forecast + active alerts
api.weather.gov · open-meteo.com
Google Air Quality API — Live AQI at exact campground coordinates
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iNaturalist — Research-grade wildlife within 8km
api.inaturalist.org
Google Pollen API — Today’s tree, grass & weed pollen forecast
pollen.googleapis.com
FCC Broadband Map — Verizon, AT&T, T-Mobile 4G/5G coverage data
broadbandmap.fcc.gov · quarterly
Sunrise-Sunset.org — Sunrise, sunset & golden hour for today
api.sunrise-sunset.org
Google Street View — Campground entrance & access road imagery
maps.googleapis.com
RIDB — ADA sites, hookups, toilets, pets, campfire rules, bear boxes, max RV, activities, contact, directions
ridb.recreation.gov · /facilities /campsites /activities /links /recareas

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$75 /night★ 4.2 (4)
SeasonYear-round
Check-in2:00 PM
Check-out12:00 PM
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