Roberts Cabin

PSICC — lakeside, fishing, hiking

Location: FAIRPLAY, CO, CO

Price: From $75 per night

Rating: 4.3 out of 5 (22 reviews)

Season: May through October

Roberts Cabin is one of the recognized historic cabins in Pike & San Isabel National Forests. The primitive cabin dates back to the mining and railroad era of the 1880s, and is eligible for placement in the National Register of Historic Places. Through the ages, the structure has been used as a residence, a blacksmith’s shop and stables.

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

Amenities: Fire Rings, Picnic Tables, Vault Toilets, Fishing, Firewood for Sale

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

Roberts Cabin is a historic 1880s mining-era cabin restored to its original form, offering a unique primitive cabin experience with access to hiking via Boreas Pass and excellent wildlife viewing opportunities including moose and coyotes.

Wildlife alert: Moose, Elk, Coyote, Red Fox, Gray-crowned Rosy-Finch, White-tailed Ptarmigan, and Mountain Chickadee present in area

Insider tips for Roberts Cabin: Book early as this is a popular federal campground with only 1 site Secure all food like you would for bears due to mouse presence Watch your head entering the cabin if you are tall

Skip Roberts Cabin if: You need hookups or modern amenities like electricity and running water. You prefer developed campground facilities. You cannot book well in advance.

Best time to visit Roberts Cabin: June-September — Campground operates May through October; June review noted good cabin conditions despite poor weather.

Nearby campgrounds: Selkirk (Jefferson, CO), Michigan Creek (Jefferson, CO), Lodgepole (Jefferson Lake, Fairplay Colorado) (Lake George, CO), Aspen (Co) (Lake George, CO).

Cell Phone Coverage at Roberts Cabin

Cell signal at Roberts Cabin (FAIRPLAY, 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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FAIRPLAY, CO, CO★ 4.3 (22 reviews)From $75/nightFederal campground · book on Recreation.gov
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Roberts Cabin is one of the recognized historic cabins in Pike & San Isabel National Forests. The primitive cabin dates back to the mining and railroad era of the 1880s, and is eligible for placement in the National Register of Historic Places. Through the ages, the structure has been used as a residence, a blacksmith’s shop and stables.

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Verified facts

RIDB / Recreation.gov official database
Check-in2:00 PM
Check-out12:00 PM
SeasonMay through October
Stay limit14 days
HookupsNo hookups.
Max/site6 people

Amenities

RIDB /facilities /campsites · owner-verified
Essentials
Fire RingsFishing
Recreation
Picnic TablesFirewood for Sale
Family & Pets
Vault Toilets

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 need hookups or modern amenities like electricity and running water✕ You prefer developed campground facilities✕ You cannot book well in advance

Insider tips & when to go

CamperWatch intel · hand-curated entry

Book early as this is a popular federal campground with only 1 site

Secure all food like you would for bears due to mouse presence

Watch your head entering the cabin if you are tall

Best: June-September

Campground operates May through October; June review noted good cabin conditions despite poor weather

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: Moose, Elk, Coyote, Red Fox, Gray-crowned Rosy-Finch, White-tailed Ptarmigan, and Mountain Chickadee present in area

Location

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From Denver, Colorado, take Highway 285 southwest about 75 miles to the town of Como. Turn north on County Road 33 and go approximately 4 miles to the cabin. Parking is along east side of the road. Guests must have combination lock to cabin prior to arrival.

Campground entrance

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Pro tips

  • Book on recreation.gov exactly 6 months ahead at 10am ET — PSICC fills fast in peak season.
  • Check current road conditions at PSICC before arrival — seasonal closures common.
  • Bear country — store all food in bear boxes or locked vehicle at all times.

Frequently asked questions

RIDB facts + intel · FAQPage schema, speakable
How much does Roberts Cabin cost per night?+
Roberts Cabin costs $75 per night. Hookup options: No hookups.
What season is Roberts Cabin open?+
Roberts Cabin is open May through October. Check-in is 2:00 PM, check-out is 12:00 PM.
Does Roberts Cabin have hookups?+
No hookups.
What is the maximum RV length at Roberts Cabin?+
Roberts Cabin is primarily a tent camping facility.
How do I make reservations at Roberts Cabin?+
Roberts Cabin 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 Roberts Cabin?+
According to FCC coverage maps, cell signal at Roberts Cabin is rated none. FCC maps show theoretical coverage — actual signal in remote or heavily forested areas may be weaker.
What season is Roberts Cabin open, and what are check-in times?+
Roberts Cabin is open May through October. Check-in is 2:00 PM, check-out is 12:00 PM.
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Google Air Quality API — Live AQI at exact campground coordinates
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iNaturalist — Research-grade wildlife within 8km
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FCC Broadband Map — Verizon, AT&T, T-Mobile 4G/5G coverage data
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$75 /night★ 4.3 (22)
SeasonMay through October
Check-in2:00 PM
Check-out12:00 PM
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