General Info
The Bonnie Belle Cabin is a 1200 square foot, two story, 3 bedroom backcountry cabin located in the heart of the San Juan Mountains, 15 miles north of Silverton, Colorado. The cabin itself sits at 12,000 feet above sea level in Picayune Gulch overlooking the Animas River headwaters and the historic ghost town of Animas Forks. The views are second to none, and it is truly a one of a kind property with a one of a kind experience. No client is too big or small, and we will cater to any of your special needs, so please just ask.
Activities
There is plenty to do year round, with nearby 14,000 foot tall peaks to climb, fishing, hiking, biking, jeeping and four wheeling, hunting, skiing, snowboarding and snowmobiling to name just a few. Its a great place to host an event, have a hut trip with good friends or just get away with the family.
Access
The Bonnie Belle Cabin can be accessed year round. Typically May through October access is by 4x4 vehicle, 4 wheeler, motorcycle, or on foot. In the winter months of November through April access is by foot, snowmobile or even helicopter through Silverton Mountain. Please check the Colorado Avalanche info Center before traveling to the cabin in the winter for the latest weather and avalanche forecast.
Capacity and Animals
The Bonnie Belle has a strict limit of 16 guests, and animals are not recommended. Please ask us about or animal policy if you must bring a dog or other animal.
What you will need to bring for a trip to the Bonnie Belle
Summer
*Sleeping bag or bedding (Mattress cover and pillow with pillow case provided)
*Headlamp or flashlight (for using outhouse at night, etc)
*diverse range of clothing for sun and rain and snow (temps can be anywhere from 20-75 degrees in the summer, and you can expect to see anything from sun to wind, to rain or snow at 12,000 feet.
*Proper footwear
*Food (Water is provided)
*First Aid Kit
Winter
*Avalanche gear (Shovel, beacon , probe)
*Sleeping bag (Mattress cover and pillow with pillow case provided)
*Headlamp or flashlight (for using outhouse at night, etc)
*diverse range of clothing for sun, wind and snow (temps can be anywhere from -40 to 50 degrees in the winter, and you can expect to see anything from sun to wind to snow at 12,000 feet. It is also nice to have some lounge wear for in the cabin.
*Proper footwear, including a pair of booties or slippers for inside the cabin
*Food (Water is provided)
*First Aid Kit
Please check our amenities page for more details of what is stocked.
*Please contact us with any questions or to book your trip today. We look forward to serving you!
The Bonnie Belle Cabin is a 1200 square foot, two story, 3 bedroom backcountry cabin located in the heart of the San Juan Mountains, 15 miles north of Silverton, Colorado. The cabin itself sits at 12,000 feet above sea level in Picayune Gulch overlooking the Animas River headwaters and the historic ghost town of Animas Forks. The views are second to none, and it is truly a one of a kind property with a one of a kind experience. No client is too big or small, and we will cater to any of your special needs, so please just ask.
Activities
There is plenty to do year round, with nearby 14,000 foot tall peaks to climb, fishing, hiking, biking, jeeping and four wheeling, hunting, skiing, snowboarding and snowmobiling to name just a few. Its a great place to host an event, have a hut trip with good friends or just get away with the family.
Access
The Bonnie Belle Cabin can be accessed year round. Typically May through October access is by 4x4 vehicle, 4 wheeler, motorcycle, or on foot. In the winter months of November through April access is by foot, snowmobile or even helicopter through Silverton Mountain. Please check the Colorado Avalanche info Center before traveling to the cabin in the winter for the latest weather and avalanche forecast.
Capacity and Animals
The Bonnie Belle has a strict limit of 16 guests, and animals are not recommended. Please ask us about or animal policy if you must bring a dog or other animal.
What you will need to bring for a trip to the Bonnie Belle
Summer
*Sleeping bag or bedding (Mattress cover and pillow with pillow case provided)
*Headlamp or flashlight (for using outhouse at night, etc)
*diverse range of clothing for sun and rain and snow (temps can be anywhere from 20-75 degrees in the summer, and you can expect to see anything from sun to wind, to rain or snow at 12,000 feet.
*Proper footwear
*Food (Water is provided)
*First Aid Kit
Winter
*Avalanche gear (Shovel, beacon , probe)
*Sleeping bag (Mattress cover and pillow with pillow case provided)
*Headlamp or flashlight (for using outhouse at night, etc)
*diverse range of clothing for sun, wind and snow (temps can be anywhere from -40 to 50 degrees in the winter, and you can expect to see anything from sun to wind to snow at 12,000 feet. It is also nice to have some lounge wear for in the cabin.
*Proper footwear, including a pair of booties or slippers for inside the cabin
*Food (Water is provided)
*First Aid Kit
Please check our amenities page for more details of what is stocked.
*Please contact us with any questions or to book your trip today. We look forward to serving you!