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Matterhorn Cabin

Grand Mesa, Uncompahgre and Gunnison National Forests, Grand Mesa, Uncompahgre and Gunnison National Forest, Colorado

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As of October 2026, Matterhorn Cabin is a campground in Grand Mesa, Uncompahgre and Gunnison National Forests, Colorado with 1 campsite. Matterhorn Cabin is booked through Recreation.gov.

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Matterhorn Cabin is located at 37.8436° N, 107.8823° W.

people allowed on each site: 12

Matterhorn Cabin reservations and next available dates

October 2026

November 2026

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Stay and booking rules

Maximum consecutive stay: 7 consecutive nights
Maximum stay: 7 nights

Published by Recreation.gov for Matterhorn Cabin, read on September 29, 2026.

Campsites at Matterhorn Cabin

Cabin 1

Amenities

restrooms
showers
potable water
firewood

At a glance: Setting: Mountain.

Things to do: hiking, climbing.

All sites at Matterhorn Cabin, as listed by Recreation.gov

Every site is in the MATTERHORN CABIN loop.

Site	Type	Sleeps
MATTERHORN CABIN	Cabin	12

About Matterhorn Cabin

Overview

The Matterhorn Cabin is a great destination for anything from a family reunion to a week-long ski trip. This modern facility offers comfortable accommodations for groups of 12 or more and is available during the fall and winter months. Located just off the highway, it is easily accessible by passenger cars and is only 15 miles from the town of Telluride.

Recreation

Ski right from the cabin door onto groomed cross-country ski trails! Neighboring the cabin is a groomed cross-country ski area that offers 10 kilometers of groomed trails for classic skiing, skate skiing and snowshoeing.

The Telluride Ski Area is just a 15-minute drive from the cabin, offering world-class skiing and snowboarding. Snowmobilers will enjoy riding the Lizard Head meadows (three miles away) or riding groomed trails in the nearby Alta Lakes area. Local guide services offer heli-skiing, snowmobiling, backcountry skiing, dog sledding and ice climbing trips.

Facilities

This 1,800-square foot cabin has electricity, running water, a furnace, woodstove and washer/dryer. It comfortably sleeps 12 people in the five bedrooms (two twin bunk beds/mattresses each) and upstairs TV room (two double sleeper couches). The kitchen has two refrigerators, two electric ovens, one microwave oven, cookware, coffee maker, dishes and utensils. The two bathrooms each have flush toilets and showers. There is a land line phone in the cabin. Cell phone reception is unreliable. Cleaning supplies, garbage bags, toilet paper, dish soap and sponges, firewood, and a garbage dumpster are provided.

Bring food, sleeping bags, bed pillows, bath towels and toiletries.

Natural Features

Visitors can expect a large facility set back roughly 100 feet from the road within a forested setting. Guests will have a prominent view of Sheep Mountain (13,188 feet) from the front porch.

Nearby Attractions

Nearby winter attractions include the Telluride Ski Area, Lizard Head Wilderness and the resort towns of Telluride and Mountain Village.

Contact Info

This location has limited staffing. Please call (970) 729-2307 for general information.

Rules and notices at Matterhorn Cabin

Recreation.gov does not date these notices. We last read them on September 29, 2026. Check Matterhorn Cabin on Recreation.gov

Notices from Recreation.gov

Entry is by combination lock. Note: the combination number will be provided to guests in the reservation confirmation letter.

Customers must clean cabin before leaving. Cleaning supplies will be provided. Please review checklist that is posted on fridge or on clipboard near the landline telephone. Please reach out to the Norwood Ranger District if there are any issues at the cabin or we are low on any cleaning supplies, toliet paper, etc.

No smoking allowed in the cabin.

No pets allowed inside the cabin.

No linens provided, just mattress covers. Bring your own sleeping bags, pillows and bath towels.

Cell phone service is unreliable. There is a landline telephone on site that can be used to dial local numbers or emergency services.

The following are provided: washer & dryer, garbage bags, toilet paper & paper towels, dish soap and sponges, dish towels, cleaning solutions for surface cleaning/mopping, vacumn, garbage dumpster,etc.

DO NOT USE the woodstove at this time. We are currently addressing some issues with the fireplace and stovepipe. It is not safe to burn anything in this woodstove until these issues are addressed. Please use the forced air heat. The thermostat is located next to the kitchen entrance. Please set it to 60F when you leave for your stay.

Check in time is 3pm. Check-out time is 12pm

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Matterhorn Cabin FAQ

How hard is it to get a campsite at Matterhorn Cabin?

Matterhorn Cabin is rated "Hard to Book" based on historical demand. This campground is popular and often books out weeks in advance. Your best strategy is to monitor cancellations.

How do I find last-minute availability at Matterhorn Cabin?

Cancellations happen frequently at Matterhorn Cabin, especially 1-2 weeks before check-in dates. PermitSnag monitors availability 24/7 and sends instant alerts when sites open up due to cancellations. This is often the best way to snag popular campsites.

How many campsites does Matterhorn Cabin have?

Matterhorn Cabin has 1 campsites.