Black Bear at Mesa Lakes cabin sits within aspen and spruce/fir forest on the north side of the Grand Mesa National Forest. Black Bear cabin is part of the Mesa Lakes Ranger Station Complex. The original Black Bear cabin was constructed in the 1930s . The cabin is located off Colorado State Highway 65, about a 45 minute drive from Grand Junction area of western Colorado.

Visitors will have the opportunity to experience an overnight stay in a traditional Forest Service Ranger Station. The semi-rustic cabin has a refrigerator, indoor plumbing including a shower and flush toilet (bathroom is downstairs in the basement) and an electric cooking stove. Basic cooking and eating utensils, plates, knives, forks, spoons, cups, and basic pots and pans are furnished. Cleaning supplies provided.  Electricity is available and provides the lighting and heat. Sleeping accommodations consist of 3 twin size beds and 1 queen size sofa sleeper, (air mattress or cots can be brought in to accommodate 8 adults). A large grass yard fronts the cabin which is perfect for family gatherings and weddings!

At a Glance