Prospector's cabin in Nat'l Forest

Built by a gold prospector sometime before 1930, the cabin is one of three located on 40 acres 1-½ miles back inside the Pike National Forest. Quiet and secluded, surrounded by wildlife, the cabin was renovated in 1996 and recently updated. The space At 8200 feet a few miles north of Woodland Park, summers are warm in the daytime and cool at night. Far from any city lights, the view of the stars at night is amazing. Wildflowers are abundant in the surrounding forest. The annual Rocky Mountain Bird Observatory count will document over 30 species of birds in 24 hours in June just north of the cabin. Hummingbirds are regular visitors along with chipmunks, rabbits, the resident red fox, the occasional deer and elk in the spring and a black bear in late summer and fall. The cabin's water source is pumped from a stone well fed by a pure mountain spring just above the cabin. The old prospector also operated a still! Electricity is provided by the IREA. Remarkably the cabin roof and ceilings are unique; crafted from 1931 and 1932 Colorado license plates! Guest access The old road into the property crosses Trout Creek on an old bridge that is soon to be replaced. It is safe; just proceed cautiously. Four wheel drive is recommended but not necessary during dry weather. There are several trails accessible from the cabin-find the map on the wall inside the dining room! Other things to note The USDA Forest Service post fire conditions at several locations between Woodland and the property. Please do not use the fireplace, outdoor fire pit, or outdoor cooker when danger of fire is above moderate. No shooting is allowed in this part of the forest. Off-road vehicles are prohibited.