Cabins and yurts · Colorado State Parks · Colorado
Cabins and yurts at State Forest State Park
Colorado State Parks · Colorado, United States
- Units
- 15
- Sleeps
- 6–9, stated for 13 of 15 units
- Bedrooms
- 1 per unit
- Heated
- All
- Wheelchair accessible
- 1 of 15
- Pets
- 6 of 15 allow pets
- Drinking water
- No
- Elevation
- 10,180 ft
- Dark sky
- Bortle class 1
- Nearest town
- Walden
- Address
- 56750 Highway 14, Walden, CO 80480
- Phone
- 970-723-8366
About each unit
Agnes Creek Yurt
Agnes Creek Yurt is one of State Forest State Park's nine backcountry yurts/huts, booked through a separate reservation system from the park's own campground and cabins (Yonder Yurts, not Colorado State Parks' own booking system). It's heated by a wood stove, which is also used for cooking - there's no separate kitchen or electricity, and no running water. A vault outhouse is nearby. It's tucked above the banks of Agnes Creek, near the Lake Agnes trailhead, right next to Nokhu Hut. Dogs are allowed May 15 through November 15 only, for a $10/night fee (not allowed in winter due to water-contamination concerns); service animals are welcome year-round.
Clark Peak Yurt · sleeps 9
Clark Peak Yurt is one of State Forest State Park's nine backcountry yurts/huts, booked through a separate reservation system from the park's own campground and cabins (Yonder Yurts, not Colorado State Parks' own booking system). It sleeps up to 9 people. It's heated by a wood stove, which is also used for cooking - there's no separate kitchen or electricity, and no running water. A vault outhouse is nearby. In summer, it's reachable by 4WD vehicle; in winter, it's about a 2-mile trek. Dogs are allowed May 15 through November 15 only, for a $10/night fee (not allowed in winter due to water-contamination concerns); service animals are welcome year-round.
Dancing Moose Yurt · sleeps 9
Dancing Moose Yurt is one of State Forest State Park's nine backcountry yurts/huts, booked through a separate reservation system from the park's own campground and cabins (Yonder Yurts, not Colorado State Parks' own booking system). It sleeps up to 9 people. It's heated by a wood stove, which is also used for cooking - there's no separate kitchen or electricity, and no running water. A vault outhouse is nearby. It's the one ADA-compliant yurt in this group. In summer, it's reachable by 2WD vehicle; in winter, it's about a 0.25-mile trek. Dogs are allowed May 15 through November 15 only, for a $10/night fee (not allowed in winter due to water-contamination concerns); service animals are welcome year-round.
Grass Creek Yurt · sleeps 9
Grass Creek Yurt is one of State Forest State Park's nine backcountry yurts/huts, booked through a separate reservation system from the park's own campground and cabins (Yonder Yurts, not Colorado State Parks' own booking system). It sleeps up to 9 people. It's heated by a wood stove, which is also used for cooking - there's no separate kitchen or electricity, and no running water. A vault outhouse is nearby. In summer, it's about a 0.3-mile walk; in winter, it's about a 0.75-mile trek. Dogs are allowed May 15 through November 15 only, for a $10/night fee (not allowed in winter due to water-contamination concerns); service animals are welcome year-round.
Lower Montgomery Yurt · sleeps 9
Lower Montgomery Yurt is one of State Forest State Park's nine backcountry yurts/huts, booked through a separate reservation system from the park's own campground and cabins (Yonder Yurts, not Colorado State Parks' own booking system). It sleeps up to 9 people. It's heated by a wood stove, which is also used for cooking - there's no separate kitchen or electricity, and no running water. A vault outhouse is nearby. In summer, it's reachable by 4WD vehicle; in winter, it's about a 2.8-mile trek. Dogs are allowed May 15 through November 15 only, for a $10/night fee (not allowed in winter due to water-contamination concerns); service animals are welcome year-round.
Medicine Bow Yurt · sleeps 6
Medicine Bow Yurt is one of State Forest State Park's nine backcountry yurts/huts, booked through a separate reservation system from the park's own campground and cabins (Yonder Yurts, not Colorado State Parks' own booking system). It sleeps up to 6 people. It's heated by a wood stove, which is also used for cooking - there's no separate kitchen or electricity, and no running water. A vault outhouse is nearby. In summer, it's reachable by 2WD vehicle; in winter, it's about a 0.4-mile trek. Dogs are allowed May 15 through November 15 only, for a $10/night fee (not allowed in winter due to water-contamination concerns); service animals are welcome year-round.
Nokhu Hut
Nokhu Hut is one of State Forest State Park's nine backcountry yurts/huts, booked through a separate reservation system from the park's own campground and cabins (Yonder Yurts, not Colorado State Parks' own booking system). It's heated by a wood stove, which is also used for cooking - there's no separate kitchen or electricity, and no running water. A vault outhouse is nearby. It's near the Lake Agnes trailhead and is described as a beginner-friendly, year-round accessible option. Dogs are allowed May 15 through November 15 only, for a $10/night fee (not allowed in winter due to water-contamination concerns); service animals are welcome year-round.
North Fork Canadian Yurt · sleeps 6
North Fork Canadian Yurt is one of State Forest State Park's nine backcountry yurts/huts, booked through a separate reservation system from the park's own campground and cabins (Yonder Yurts, not Colorado State Parks' own booking system). It sleeps up to 6 people. It's heated by a wood stove, which is also used for cooking - there's no separate kitchen or electricity, and no running water. A vault outhouse is nearby. Access ranges from about 1.1 to 5 miles depending on the trailhead and time of year, in both summer and winter. Dogs are allowed May 15 through November 15 only, for a $10/night fee (not allowed in winter due to water-contamination concerns); service animals are welcome year-round.
North Michigan Reservoir Cabin 1 · sleeps 6
North Michigan Reservoir Cabin 1 is one of State Forest State Park's rustic cabins on North Michigan Reservoir. It sleeps up to six people, heated with a propane stove and lit with solar power, with a storage cabinet, table, and chairs. There's no running water or electricity inside - vault toilets are nearby. Pets are allowed for a $10/night fee. One of the park's rustic cabins is wheelchair accessible, though which specific one isn't stated.
North Michigan Reservoir Cabin 2 · sleeps 6
North Michigan Reservoir Cabin 2 is one of State Forest State Park's rustic cabins on North Michigan Reservoir. It sleeps up to six people, heated with a propane stove and lit with solar power, with a storage cabinet, table, and chairs. There's no running water or electricity inside - vault toilets are nearby. Pets are allowed for a $10/night fee. One of the park's rustic cabins is wheelchair accessible, though which specific one isn't stated.
North Michigan Reservoir Cabin 3 · sleeps 6
North Michigan Reservoir Cabin 3 is one of State Forest State Park's rustic cabins on North Michigan Reservoir. It sleeps up to six people, heated with a propane stove and lit with solar power, with a storage cabinet, table, and chairs. There's no running water or electricity inside - vault toilets are nearby. Pets are allowed for a $10/night fee. One of the park's rustic cabins is wheelchair accessible, though which specific one isn't stated.
North Michigan Reservoir Cabin 4 · sleeps 6
North Michigan Reservoir Cabin 4 is one of State Forest State Park's rustic cabins on North Michigan Reservoir. It sleeps up to six people, heated with a propane stove and lit with solar power, with a storage cabinet, table, and chairs. There's no running water or electricity inside - vault toilets are nearby. Pets are allowed for a $10/night fee. One of the park's rustic cabins is wheelchair accessible, though which specific one isn't stated.
North Michigan Reservoir Cabin 5 · sleeps 6
North Michigan Reservoir Cabin 5 is one of State Forest State Park's rustic cabins on North Michigan Reservoir. It sleeps up to six people, heated with a propane stove and lit with solar power, with a storage cabinet, table, and chairs. There's no running water or electricity inside - vault toilets are nearby. Pets are allowed for a $10/night fee. One of the park's rustic cabins is wheelchair accessible, though which specific one isn't stated.
North Michigan Reservoir Cabin 6 · sleeps 6
North Michigan Reservoir Cabin 6 is one of State Forest State Park's rustic cabins on North Michigan Reservoir. It sleeps up to six people, heated with a propane stove and lit with solar power, with a storage cabinet, table, and chairs. There's no running water or electricity inside - vault toilets are nearby. Pets are allowed for a $10/night fee. One of the park's rustic cabins is wheelchair accessible, though which specific one isn't stated.
Upper Montgomery Pass Yurt · sleeps 6
Upper Montgomery Pass Yurt is one of State Forest State Park's nine backcountry yurts/huts, booked through a separate reservation system from the park's own campground and cabins (Yonder Yurts, not Colorado State Parks' own booking system). It sleeps up to 6 people. It's heated by a wood stove, which is also used for cooking - there's no separate kitchen or electricity, and no running water. A vault outhouse is nearby. In summer, it's reachable by 4WD vehicle; in winter, it's about a 3-mile trek. Dogs are allowed May 15 through November 15 only, for a $10/night fee (not allowed in winter due to water-contamination concerns); service animals are welcome year-round.
Each unit
| Unit | Sleeps | Bedrooms | Kitchen | Bath | Heat | Power | Accessible | Pets | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Agnes Creek Yurt | 1 | – | – | ✓ | – | – | Reserve | ||
| Clark Peak Yurt | 9 | 1 | – | – | ✓ | – | – | Reserve | |
| Dancing Moose Yurt | 9 | 1 | – | – | ✓ | – | ✓ | Reserve | |
| Grass Creek Yurt | 9 | 1 | – | – | ✓ | – | – | Reserve | |
| Lower Montgomery Yurt | 9 | 1 | – | – | ✓ | – | – | Reserve | |
| Medicine Bow Yurt | 6 | 1 | – | – | ✓ | – | – | Reserve | |
| Nokhu Hut | 1 | – | – | ✓ | – | – | Reserve | ||
| North Fork Canadian Yurt | 6 | 1 | – | – | ✓ | – | – | Reserve | |
| North Michigan Reservoir Cabin 1 | 6 | 1 | – | – | ✓ | – | ✓ | Reserve | |
| North Michigan Reservoir Cabin 2 | 6 | 1 | – | – | ✓ | – | ✓ | Reserve | |
| North Michigan Reservoir Cabin 3 | 6 | 1 | – | – | ✓ | – | ✓ | Reserve | |
| North Michigan Reservoir Cabin 4 | 6 | 1 | – | – | ✓ | – | ✓ | Reserve | |
| North Michigan Reservoir Cabin 5 | 6 | 1 | – | – | ✓ | – | ✓ | Reserve | |
| North Michigan Reservoir Cabin 6 | 6 | 1 | – | – | ✓ | – | ✓ | Reserve | |
| Upper Montgomery Pass Yurt | 6 | 1 | – | – | ✓ | – | – | Reserve |
Weather, month by month
| Month | Typical high | Typical low | Coldest night | Hottest day | Years with a night below 32°F |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 23° | 6° | -22° | 37° | 11 of 11 |
| February | 27° | 10° | -12° | 42° | 11 of 11 |
| March | 32° | 13° | -2° | 49° | 11 of 11 |
| April | 40° | 19° | -3° | 53° | 11 of 11 |
| May | 49° | 28° | 17° | 60° | 11 of 11 |
| June | 64° | 37° | 22° | 77° | 6 of 11 |
| July | 71° | 47° | 36° | 79° | 0 of 11 |
| August | 69° | 45° | 37° | 76° | 0 of 11 |
| September | 64° | 39° | 18° | 74° | 2 of 11 |
| October | 48° | 29° | -12° | 59° | 10 of 10 |
| November | 37° | 15° | -9° | 50° | 10 of 10 |
| December | 27° | 7° | -12° | 39° | 10 of 10 |
Mid-month figures from 2016–2026 of daily weather at State Forest State Park - Crags, 0.9 mi away (ERA5 reanalysis via Open-Meteo, CC BY 4.0), in °F. Typical is the median; coldest and hottest are the extremes seen.
Campgrounds nearby
- State Forest State Park - Crags · Colorado State Parks · 1 mi · 26 sites
- State Forest State Park - Ranger Lakes Campground · Colorado State Parks · 4 mi · 32 sites
- Grandview Campground · USDA Forest Service · 5 mi
- Pines Campground · USDA Forest Service · 6 mi
- State Forest State Park - Bockman · Colorado State Parks · 6 mi · 52 sites
Other cabins nearby
- Stub Creek Cabin · USDA Forest Service · 21 mi
- Buckhorn Ranger Station · USDA Forest Service · 23 mi · 3 units
- Hermit Park Open Space · CITYCABINS · 25 mi
- Redfeather Ranger Station · USDA Forest Service · 27 mi · 2 units
- Grizzly Creek Guard Station · USDA Forest Service · 35 mi
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