Cozy Mountain Getaway Guidebook
Food scene
The Arrowhead Mountain Lodge is 1.8 miles from the cabin. Enjoy free outdoor concerts every Saturday night in the Summer from Memorial Day Weekend to Labor Day Weekend. It's a great place to eat lunch or dinner year round or sit and chat with the locals the bar. If you want food catered to the cabin, give them a call and they would be happy to accommodate! Are you staying at the cabin for a special occasion? Birthday, Anniversary, Christmas, etc? As their partner, they offer special services just for your stay. Ask for hospitality when you call and say you are staying at the Cozy Mtn. Getaway and they will be happy to help you.
Visit their website at arrowheadmtnlodge.com to see their menu and their other offerings.
7 locals recommend
Arrowhead Mountain Lodge
21401 Alpine Plateau RdThe Arrowhead Mountain Lodge is 1.8 miles from the cabin. Enjoy free outdoor concerts every Saturday night in the Summer from Memorial Day Weekend to Labor Day Weekend. It's a great place to eat lunch or dinner year round or sit and chat with the locals the bar. If you want food catered to the cabin, give them a call and they would be happy to accommodate! Are you staying at the cabin for a special occasion? Birthday, Anniversary, Christmas, etc? As their partner, they offer special services just for your stay. Ask for hospitality when you call and say you are staying at the Cozy Mtn. Getaway and they will be happy to help you.
Visit their website at arrowheadmtnlodge.com to see their menu and their other offerings.
If you are stopping in Montrose or are traveling through, Crash Burger is a must stop! They have good ol' fashioned burgers and frys. Try their milk shakes too! https://www.crashburger.com/
Crash Burger
646 East Main StreetIf you are stopping in Montrose or are traveling through, Crash Burger is a must stop! They have good ol' fashioned burgers and frys. Try their milk shakes too! https://www.crashburger.com/
If you are looking for a good brewery, look no further! The Horsefly has great food and a great atmosphere. Horsefly is in Montrose if you happen to stop by or will by traveling through and want some good eats!
41 locals recommend
Horsefly Brewing Company
846 E Main StIf you are looking for a good brewery, look no further! The Horsefly has great food and a great atmosphere. Horsefly is in Montrose if you happen to stop by or will by traveling through and want some good eats!
If you are traveling through Gunnison and have some time to kill, try out Blackstock Bistro! They have top notch food prepared by trained chefs that take pride in their food. The fish tacos and tuna poke are my favorite items on the menu. Their filet can't be beat if you are looking for a good steak.
https://www.blackstockbistro.com/
12 locals recommend
Blackstock Bistro
122 W Tomichi AveIf you are traveling through Gunnison and have some time to kill, try out Blackstock Bistro! They have top notch food prepared by trained chefs that take pride in their food. The fish tacos and tuna poke are my favorite items on the menu. Their filet can't be beat if you are looking for a good steak.
https://www.blackstockbistro.com/
If you are traveling through Gunnison and want a good steak or a yummy salad bar, stop here! The atmosphere screams Colorado and they do a good job with their menu.
https://www.olminersteakhouse.net/?gclid=Cj0KCQjw1ZeUBhDyARIsAOzAqQJSDMlkmrewrgFUgSu07fsvfkoyw68dUTL2ULng9xQSLsf05OaoCnIaAkLGEALw_wcB
Ol' Miner Steakhouse
139 N Main StIf you are traveling through Gunnison and want a good steak or a yummy salad bar, stop here! The atmosphere screams Colorado and they do a good job with their menu.
https://www.olminersteakhouse.net/?gclid=Cj0KCQjw1ZeUBhDyARIsAOzAqQJSDMlkmrewrgFUgSu07fsvfkoyw68dUTL2ULng9xQSLsf05OaoCnIaAkLGEALw_wcB
Ski Resorts
Crested Butte Mountain Resort is 1.5 hours West of the Cabin. Telluride is 2 hours East of the Cabin
* Resort skiing in the winter. Crested Butte is on the Epic Pass
* Ropes Course and Mountain Biking, hiking and the summer
48 locals recommend
Crested Butte Mountain Resort
12 Snowmass Rd* Resort skiing in the winter. Crested Butte is on the Epic Pass
* Ropes Course and Mountain Biking, hiking and the summer
Resort skiing in the winter. Shopping and activities to do in the Summer
124 locals recommend
Telluride Ski Resort
565 Mountain Village BlvdResort skiing in the winter. Shopping and activities to do in the Summer
Local Attractions
Blue Mesa Reservoir is 36 miles from the cabin or about a 20 minute drive. Enjoy recreational boating, fishing, Stand-up Paddle boarding and more. In the winter the lake freezes over for some great ice fishing! Visit this website for more information on the area and local fishing guides: https://gunnisoncrestedbutte.com/visit/places-to-go/parks-and-outdoors/curecanti-and-blue-mesa-reservoir/
37 locals recommend
Blue Mesa Reservoir
Blue Mesa Reservoir is 36 miles from the cabin or about a 20 minute drive. Enjoy recreational boating, fishing, Stand-up Paddle boarding and more. In the winter the lake freezes over for some great ice fishing! Visit this website for more information on the area and local fishing guides: https://gunnisoncrestedbutte.com/visit/places-to-go/parks-and-outdoors/curecanti-and-blue-mesa-reservoir/
The South Rim of the Black Canyon of the Gunnison National Park is 35 miles West of the Cabin or about a 55 minute drive. Visit for Magnificent Views, tours, and hikes. Visit https://www.nps.gov/blca/index.htm for more information
153 locals recommend
Black Canyon of the Gunnison National Park
The South Rim of the Black Canyon of the Gunnison National Park is 35 miles West of the Cabin or about a 55 minute drive. Visit for Magnificent Views, tours, and hikes. Visit https://www.nps.gov/blca/index.htm for more information
Engineer Pass starts in Lake City (35 minutes south on Co Rd 867-only open during late Spring, Summer and Fall). It is generally considered a moderately challenging route, it takes an average of 8 h 59 min to complete. This is a popular trail for birding, fishing, and off-road driving, but you can still enjoy some solitude during quieter times of day (https://www.alltrails.com/trail/us/colorado/engineer-pass-road). The best times to visit this trail are June through October. This trail is part of the Alpine Loop (https://www.alltrails.com/trail/us/colorado/alpine-loop-ohv-route).
Engineer Pass on the Alpine Loop
Engineer Pass starts in Lake City (35 minutes south on Co Rd 867-only open during late Spring, Summer and Fall). It is generally considered a moderately challenging route, it takes an average of 8 h 59 min to complete. This is a popular trail for birding, fishing, and off-road driving, but you can still enjoy some solitude during quieter times of day (https://www.alltrails.com/trail/us/colorado/engineer-pass-road). The best times to visit this trail are June through October. This trail is part of the Alpine Loop (https://www.alltrails.com/trail/us/colorado/alpine-loop-ohv-route).
Ridgway State Park is 53 miles from the cabin or about 1 hour and 13 minute drive. It is home to Ridgway Reservoir. It is a great alternative to Blue Mesa for boating, but most famous for stand-up paddle boarding. It is also home to lots of biking and hiking trails and beautiful scenery.
29 locals recommend
Ridgway State Park
28555 Highway 550Ridgway State Park is 53 miles from the cabin or about 1 hour and 13 minute drive. It is home to Ridgway Reservoir. It is a great alternative to Blue Mesa for boating, but most famous for stand-up paddle boarding. It is also home to lots of biking and hiking trails and beautiful scenery.
Ouray Hot Springs is 71 miles East of the cabin or a 1.5 hour drive. The hot springs is sulfur-free (no stinky egg smell). Ouray is located along a large geological lift at the head of the Uncompahgre Valley and the pressure and heat from this activity resulted in a series of clean and odorless hot springs. You can visit for prices and more information about the hot springs
27 locals recommend
Ouray Hot Springs
Ouray Hot Springs is 71 miles East of the cabin or a 1.5 hour drive. The hot springs is sulfur-free (no stinky egg smell). Ouray is located along a large geological lift at the head of the Uncompahgre Valley and the pressure and heat from this activity resulted in a series of clean and odorless hot springs. You can visit for prices and more information about the hot springs
Box Canyon Park is home to the famous Box Canon Falls in Ouray, Colorado. According to the website, "Box Cañon Falls, Ouray's own wonder of the world, is the culmination of Canyon Creek narrowing and spilling thousands of gallons a minute of water over the falls. At this most spectacular geological formation, the 285-foot waterfall plummets into a narrow quartzite canyon. The narrow rock walls tower over the falls by nearly 100 feet!" Visit https://www.cityofouray.com/city_offices/city_resources/box_canon_waterfalls_vs2.php for pricing and more information
23 locals recommend
Box Canyon Park
30 Box Canyon RdBox Canyon Park is home to the famous Box Canon Falls in Ouray, Colorado. According to the website, "Box Cañon Falls, Ouray's own wonder of the world, is the culmination of Canyon Creek narrowing and spilling thousands of gallons a minute of water over the falls. At this most spectacular geological formation, the 285-foot waterfall plummets into a narrow quartzite canyon. The narrow rock walls tower over the falls by nearly 100 feet!" Visit https://www.cityofouray.com/city_offices/city_resources/box_canon_waterfalls_vs2.php for pricing and more information
This is one of Colorado's most challenging OHV trails. You would access it via Mt. Crested Butte, 70 miles East of the cabin or a 1.5 hour drive. It is provides lots of technical terrain for OHV vehicles and the scenery can't be beat! You would take this trail from Mt. Crested Butte, CO. This trails take you past the famous Devil's Punchbowl, Crystal Mill and
Marble, CO where the quarried marble was used to construct the Lincoln memorial and the tomb of the unknown soldier. The city of Marble also has a fantastic BBQ restaurant for while you stop. Visit https://www.tripadvisor.com/Attraction_Review-g33377-d107626-Reviews-Schofield_Pass-Crested_Butte_Colorado.html for more information. I have also done this trail myself and can give lots of good tips and information.
Schofield Pass
This is one of Colorado's most challenging OHV trails. You would access it via Mt. Crested Butte, 70 miles East of the cabin or a 1.5 hour drive. It is provides lots of technical terrain for OHV vehicles and the scenery can't be beat! You would take this trail from Mt. Crested Butte, CO. This trails take you past the famous Devil's Punchbowl, Crystal Mill and
Marble, CO where the quarried marble was used to construct the Lincoln memorial and the tomb of the unknown soldier. The city of Marble also has a fantastic BBQ restaurant for while you stop. Visit https://www.tripadvisor.com/Attraction_Review-g33377-d107626-Reviews-Schofield_Pass-Crested_Butte_Colorado.html for more information. I have also done this trail myself and can give lots of good tips and information.
Towns near the cabin
Closest city West of the cabin. Depending on which direction you are traveling from, this is where I would stock up on food and supplies. Gunnison is 39 miles West of the cabin and will take you about an hour traveling on US Hwy50. Gunnison is also home to the Gunnison River for great fishing and home to Hartman Rocks where there are lots of mountain biking trails (https://www.blm.gov/visit/hartman-rocks-recreation-area). You can visit https://www.colorado.com/cities-and-towns/gunnison for a more comprehensive list of activities to do there.
23 locals recommend
Gunnison
Closest city West of the cabin. Depending on which direction you are traveling from, this is where I would stock up on food and supplies. Gunnison is 39 miles West of the cabin and will take you about an hour traveling on US Hwy50. Gunnison is also home to the Gunnison River for great fishing and home to Hartman Rocks where there are lots of mountain biking trails (https://www.blm.gov/visit/hartman-rocks-recreation-area). You can visit https://www.colorado.com/cities-and-towns/gunnison for a more comprehensive list of activities to do there.
Closest city East of the cabin. Depending on which direction you are traveling from, this is where I would stock up on food and supplies. Montrose is 36 miles East of the cabin. About an hour drive on US Hwy 50. Montrose has a great recreation center with an amazing pool (https://www.montroserec.com/)
26 locals recommend
Montrose
Closest city East of the cabin. Depending on which direction you are traveling from, this is where I would stock up on food and supplies. Montrose is 36 miles East of the cabin. About an hour drive on US Hwy 50. Montrose has a great recreation center with an amazing pool (https://www.montroserec.com/)
Crested Butte is 67 miles East of the cabin or a 1.5 hour drive. It is home to some of the most majestic displays of wildflowers in the country. Every year the town holds a wildflower festival during some of the peak wildflower season. Visit https://crestedbuttewildflowerfestival.org/ for dates and more information. Another claim to it's fame is the birthplace of mountain biking. Discover miles and miles of trails. There are lots of places to go off-roading as well including Devil's Punchbowl and Pearl's Pass as two of the most popular. Visit https://travelcrestedbutte.com/ for more information on other local attractions.
46 locals recommend
Crested Butte
Crested Butte is 67 miles East of the cabin or a 1.5 hour drive. It is home to some of the most majestic displays of wildflowers in the country. Every year the town holds a wildflower festival during some of the peak wildflower season. Visit https://crestedbuttewildflowerfestival.org/ for dates and more information. Another claim to it's fame is the birthplace of mountain biking. Discover miles and miles of trails. There are lots of places to go off-roading as well including Devil's Punchbowl and Pearl's Pass as two of the most popular. Visit https://travelcrestedbutte.com/ for more information on other local attractions.
Lake City is 35 miles South of the cabin via Co Rd 867 (Alpine Plateau Rd). Please note this road is only open in the late Spring, Summer and Fall. It is closed in the winter and accessible only via snowmobiles. Lake City is home to the famous and beautiful Lake San Cristobal. It is the 2nd largest natural lake in Colorado and home to many herds of moose! Lake City is also near the access to the famous Alpine Loop OHV trail (https://www.alltrails.com/trail/us/colorado/alpine-loop-ohv-route). For a more comprehensive list of activities in the area visit https://lakecity.com/outdoor-recreation/.
18 locals recommend
Lake City
Lake City is 35 miles South of the cabin via Co Rd 867 (Alpine Plateau Rd). Please note this road is only open in the late Spring, Summer and Fall. It is closed in the winter and accessible only via snowmobiles. Lake City is home to the famous and beautiful Lake San Cristobal. It is the 2nd largest natural lake in Colorado and home to many herds of moose! Lake City is also near the access to the famous Alpine Loop OHV trail (https://www.alltrails.com/trail/us/colorado/alpine-loop-ohv-route). For a more comprehensive list of activities in the area visit https://lakecity.com/outdoor-recreation/.
Ridgway is 62 miles West of the cabin or about an 1.5 hour drive. It is home to some natural hot springs (Orvis Hot Springs), biking, hiking, fishing, etc. You can visit https://ridgwaycolorado.com/things-to-do for a more comprehensive list of things to do in the area.
39 locals recommend
Ridgway
Ridgway is 62 miles West of the cabin or about an 1.5 hour drive. It is home to some natural hot springs (Orvis Hot Springs), biking, hiking, fishing, etc. You can visit https://ridgwaycolorado.com/things-to-do for a more comprehensive list of things to do in the area.
Ouray, nick named "The Switzerland of America" and rightly so for its majestic mountains is 72 miles East of the cabin or a 1.5 hour drive. It is home to Box Canon Falls, a 285-foot waterfall that plummets into a narrow quartzite canyon. The narrow rock walls tower over the falls by nearly 100 feet! It is also home to its own hot springs, open year round! Visit https://www.visitouray.com/ for more information about the area
108 locals recommend
Ouray
Ouray, nick named "The Switzerland of America" and rightly so for its majestic mountains is 72 miles East of the cabin or a 1.5 hour drive. It is home to Box Canon Falls, a 285-foot waterfall that plummets into a narrow quartzite canyon. The narrow rock walls tower over the falls by nearly 100 feet! It is also home to its own hot springs, open year round! Visit https://www.visitouray.com/ for more information about the area
Arrowhead Mountain Adventures: Snowmobiling & Off-Roading/Rentals
Information on where to rent snowmobiles and UTV's and information on access and trail systems in the area
Arrowhead Mountain Adventures rents snowmobiles in the winter and UTVs during the other seasons. They are a great resource for trails in the area and access. For more information about their business and pricing you can visit them at alpineplateau (dot com) or call them at 275-4889. Area code is 970.
The last 1.5 miles to the cabin is closed to cars in the winter and is only accessible by snowmobile, tracked OHV vehicles, snowshoeing, or cross country skiing. Should you stay during the winter months when the filing roads are closed, Arrowhead Mountain Adventures rents snowmobiles and offers a shuttle service. For renting snowmobiles, you would park your vehicles at their place of business and they do a good job at helping you transport all your supplies to the cabin. If you are interested in renting you can visit their website at their website at alpineplateau (dot com). If you are interested in their shuttle service visit that website at fareharbor (dot com)
The Arrowhead Snowmobile Club is a great resource for snowmobile trails and access in the area. Visit their website for more information at arrowheadsnowmobile (dot org).
7 locals recommend
Arrowhead Mountain Lodge
21401 Alpine Plateau RdArrowhead Mountain Adventures rents snowmobiles in the winter and UTVs during the other seasons. They are a great resource for trails in the area and access. For more information about their business and pricing you can visit them at alpineplateau (dot com) or call them at 275-4889. Area code is 970.
The last 1.5 miles to the cabin is closed to cars in the winter and is only accessible by snowmobile, tracked OHV vehicles, snowshoeing, or cross country skiing. Should you stay during the winter months when the filing roads are closed, Arrowhead Mountain Adventures rents snowmobiles and offers a shuttle service. For renting snowmobiles, you would park your vehicles at their place of business and they do a good job at helping you transport all your supplies to the cabin. If you are interested in renting you can visit their website at their website at alpineplateau (dot com). If you are interested in their shuttle service visit that website at fareharbor (dot com)
The Arrowhead Snowmobile Club is a great resource for snowmobile trails and access in the area. Visit their website for more information at arrowheadsnowmobile (dot org).
Hiking Trails
There are lots of hiking trails in the Black Canyon of the Gunnison National Park. Some of the closest ones include:
1. Curecanti Creek Trail (18.9 miles) (https://www.alltrails.com/trail/us/colorado/curecanti-creek-trail)
2. Mesa Creek Trail (17.7 miles)(https://www.alltrails.com/trail/us/colorado/mesa-creek-trail?ref=result-card)
3. Gunnison Route Trail (35 miles-1 hr drive)(https://www.alltrails.com/trail/us/colorado/gunnison-route--2)
4. Uplands Trail to Rim Rock Nature Trail Loop (35 miles) (https://www.alltrails.com/trail/us/colorado/uplands-trail-to-rim-rock-nature-trail-loop)
5. Tomichi Trail (34 miles) (https://www.alltrails.com/trail/us/colorado/tomichi-trail?ref=result-card)
6. Oat Flat Loop Trail (35 miles-1 hour)(https://www.alltrails.com/trail/us/colorado/oak-flat-loop-trail?ref=result-card)
7. Painted View Trail (38 miles) (https://www.alltrails.com/trail/us/colorado/painted-wall-view-trail?ref=result-card)
153 locals recommend
Black Canyon of the Gunnison National Park
There are lots of hiking trails in the Black Canyon of the Gunnison National Park. Some of the closest ones include:
1. Curecanti Creek Trail (18.9 miles) (https://www.alltrails.com/trail/us/colorado/curecanti-creek-trail)
2. Mesa Creek Trail (17.7 miles)(https://www.alltrails.com/trail/us/colorado/mesa-creek-trail?ref=result-card)
3. Gunnison Route Trail (35 miles-1 hr drive)(https://www.alltrails.com/trail/us/colorado/gunnison-route--2)
4. Uplands Trail to Rim Rock Nature Trail Loop (35 miles) (https://www.alltrails.com/trail/us/colorado/uplands-trail-to-rim-rock-nature-trail-loop)
5. Tomichi Trail (34 miles) (https://www.alltrails.com/trail/us/colorado/tomichi-trail?ref=result-card)
6. Oat Flat Loop Trail (35 miles-1 hour)(https://www.alltrails.com/trail/us/colorado/oak-flat-loop-trail?ref=result-card)
7. Painted View Trail (38 miles) (https://www.alltrails.com/trail/us/colorado/painted-wall-view-trail?ref=result-card)
1. Pine Creek Trail (12.9 miles)
(https://www.alltrails.com/explore/trail/us/colorado/pine-creek-trail-curecanti)
Pine Creek Trailhead
Pine Creek Trail1. Pine Creek Trail (12.9 miles)
(https://www.alltrails.com/explore/trail/us/colorado/pine-creek-trail-curecanti)
Crystal Creek Trail (37.8 miles)
(https://www.alltrails.com/explore/trail/us/colorado/crystal-creek-trail)
Crystal Creek trailhead
Crystal Creek TrailCrystal Creek Trail (37.8 miles)
(https://www.alltrails.com/explore/trail/us/colorado/crystal-creek-trail)
Hermit's Rest Trail (31.1 miles)
https://www.alltrails.com/explore/trail/us/colorado/crystal-creek-trail
Hermit's Rest Trail
Hermit's Rest TrailHermit's Rest Trail (31.1 miles)
https://www.alltrails.com/explore/trail/us/colorado/crystal-creek-trail
Traveler advice
Getting around
Snowmobile Trails and Access Information
The Arrowhead Snowmobile Club is a great resource for snowmobile trails and access in the area. Visit their website for more information at arrowheadsnowmobile.org. Arrowhead Mountain Adventures is also a good resource at https://www.alpineplateau.com/.
Getting around
Arrowhead Mountain Adventures Shuttle Service
During the winter months when the road is closed Arrowhead Mountain Adventures offers a shuttle service to the cabin. This is not a regular, daily shuttle, so make sure you call/book with plenty of time in advance (at least a couple of weeks) to ensure of availability. They shuttle in a fully-enclosed Polaris Ranger on tracks. Up to 5 passengers and has an open bed for luggage and packages. Check their website at alpineplateau (dot com) for pricing. Click on "book" then you will see information on the shuttle. Be mindful, rate is per Trip.
What to pack
What Should I Pack?
1. If you are staying in the winter pack, snow gear including snow pants, gloves, snow boots, hat. If you will be renting snowmobiles, bring ski googles as well.
2. Pack enough food to last for your stay, your closest grocery store is 36 miles away or about an hour drive.
3. Drive a 4-wheel drive or AWD vehicle when staying during the winter months
4. Pack games and movies to play and watch.
5. Sunscreen! We are at 9,500 feet elevation and the sun is a lot stronger at that elevation.
6. Pack your own body soap, shampoo and conditioner
Customs and culture
Information about the neighborhood
Visit https://www.arrowhead1.org/ to find out more information about the area you will be visiting. If you are traveling, especially in the winter, you can check the local weather report and even look at live web cams to help plan your travel. Click on "Arrowhead NTS" for the most local weather report. If you are planning to visit the cabin, please take note of the local regulations.