Platoro Cabin 1
Rio Grande National Forest
Platoro Cabin 1 in Colorado takes campsite reservations through Recreation.gov. Popular campgrounds like this often book out months ahead, but sites reopen whenever a camper cancels. Set a free CampSage cancellation alert and we'll email you the moment one frees up.
Platoro Cabin 1 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 by the Rio Grande National Forest as 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. Vi
⚡ EV charging nearby
Nearest DC fast charging: 16.7 mi away (straight line).
Distances are straight-line, not driving — the road can be much longer where a river, a lake or a canyon sits in between. From OpenStreetMap — community-mapped, so plug types can lag reality. Verify on your charging network’s app before counting on a charger.
🔭 Planning further ahead?
We watch the next 60 days closely — that's where cancellations show up. recreation.gov takes bookings out to about February 2027, so there may be 2+ night stays past our window.
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❓ Platoro Cabin 1 FAQ
How do I reserve a campsite at Platoro Cabin 1?
Platoro Cabin 1 in Colorado takes campsite reservations through Recreation.gov. On this page, use the “Book / check availability” button to open the live booking page, see which dates are free, and reserve your site.
How can I get a spot at Platoro Cabin 1 when it's fully booked?
Popular campgrounds like Platoro Cabin 1 often fill months ahead, but campers cancel every day and those sites reopen for booking. Add your email to the alert on this page and CampSage will start watching Platoro Cabin 1 and email you free the moment a cancellation opens up.
Is Platoro Cabin 1 a good campground?
Platoro Cabin 1 holds an average rating of 4.7/5 from 3 camper ratings on Recreation.gov. The full star breakdown is shown above.
Where is Platoro Cabin 1 located?
Platoro Cabin 1 is located in Rio Grande National Forest, Colorado. Tap “Directions” above for driving directions, or see nearby campgrounds lower on this page.
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