Welcome to The Bear Den, A Cozy Dog-Friendly Retreat in Scenic Twin Lakes!
Escape to the Colorado Rockies at 9,200 feet with this peaceful two-bedroom cabin, perfect for couples, families, or remote workers. Surrounded by towering peaks and just steps from trails and alpine lakes, this cozy stay combines rustic charm with modern convenience.

Two Bedrooms with Plush Memory Foam Beds
Sleep soundly with a Green Leaf memory foam king in one room and a queen in the other, each outfitted with soft linens, and extra pillows. Room-darkening curtains and a tranquil setting ensure restful nights after high-altitude adventures.

Bright Living Area with Entertainment and Board Games
Relax in the welcoming lounge space with a 43" Smart TV and a selection of classic board games. Whether streaming a movie or spending a quiet night in, the living room is designed for cozy evenings year-round.

Fully Stocked Kitchen for Home-Cooked Meals
Prepare your favorite dishes in the spacious kitchen equipped with a stove, oven, microwave, refrigerator, freezer, toaster, coffee maker, kettle, and all the cookware, dishes, and pantry basics needed for simple meals or full feasts.

Shared Fire Pit & BBQ Area
Dine under the stars or gather around the firepit with other travelers in the shared outdoor space. The cabin includes access to BBQ grills, outdoor seating, and peaceful mountain surroundings, ideal for relaxing evenings after a day on the trails.

High-Speed Wi-Fi and Remote Work Setup
Stay connected with fast Starlink internet and a dedicated workspace, perfect for digital nomads and remote professionals. With consistent 4G LTE coverage and speeds between 50–100 Mbps, work and streaming are hassle-free, even in the mountains.

Dog-Friendly Comforts and Family Features
Bring your pup along, up to two dogs are welcome with a small fee. A Pack ’n Play/travel crib is available on request, and family-friendly amenities like board games and table corner guards make this a great fit for guests with little ones.

Essential Amenities for a Comfortable Stay
Enjoy extras like a washer and dryer, room-darkening shades, hangers, bed linens, towels, shampoo, conditioner, body wash, shower gel, and a hair dryer. Portable fans and ceiling fans keep airflow comfortable year-round.

Private Access and Hassle-Free Check-In
Arrive with ease using a private entrance and smart lock for self check-in. Free parking is available onsite and on the street, and with the cabin set just behind the Wolf & Moose Cabins, stunning views are only a 20-second walk away.

Nature Trails and Lake Access Just Outside
Enjoy easy access to hiking, lake walks, and scenic drives, this location is a gateway to Colorado’s most stunning high-altitude terrain. Whether you're planning a romantic escape or outdoor adventure, The Bear Den offers a perfect mountain base.

In the patio area, you'll find a dedicated grill space, part of our shared outdoor amenities. Enjoy evenings around the communal firepit, a cozy gathering spot shared among our four cabin properties. Kindly note that the futons in the cabins are designed for seating only and are securely fixed in place. They cannot be converted into beds.

BRINGING ALONG YOUR FURRY FRIEND?
Let us know a little about your dog(s) and we should be able to accommodate with an adjustment to our cleaning fee. $75 cleaning fee per dog, maximum two dogs only. Sorry, no cats permitted.

Events are subject to approval. Please note event fees will apply.

THE WILDLIFE:
There are animals around the premises including many deer, foxes, multiple species of raptors and other birds, armadillos, many rabbits, black bears, mountain goats, bighorn sheep, mountain lions, coyotes and more! You won’t see all of these at the cabin, but if you get out on the trails, you might get lucky...

MOUNTAIN LIVING
1. We are located just shy of 10,000 feet. Please drink plenty of water to avoid altitude sickness.
2. Sometimes the wind kicks up to remind us of all the things we cannot control, but it usually settles down again within a few hours. You would be best not to leave belongings outside.
3. Wildlife is somewhat rare but has been known to wander through, please do not leave food outside at night.
4. Be prepared with lots of clothing layers so you can adapt to changing conditions. Mountain storms come and go quickly.

RESPECT
The Bear Den is located in a remote, tiny mountain town. Twin Lakes is pretty amazing; in fact, our family is a little apprehensive to share it with others. As visitors to the area, please think about your impact on our town and the small surrounding communities. Please respect full-time residents' privacy and solitude. Follow Leave No Trace guidelines when visiting and recreating in the beautiful outdoors, and consider supporting local dining and shopping during your stay.

SMOKING
We like to keep our cabins as fresh as the outside alpine air. If you need to smoke, you'll need to step outside to do so. There will be a $600 fine for any smoking inside the cabins

FIRE
There is currently a fire ban in place. Violations is punishable as a Class B misdemeanor by a fine of not more than $5,000. Please be careful and check with Lake County for more recent updates.

VIEWS
While the cabin windows don't provide a direct view of the lake, taking a short walk outside reveals a stunning view of Twin Lakes and the surrounding mountains.

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TOWN OF TWIN LAKES & SURROUNDING AREA
Just outside the cabin you will enjoy stunning views of Mt Elbert - the second-highest peak in the contiguous U.S. as well as of Mt. Hope, another of the tallest peaks in Colorado. You will fall in love with the clear morning lake views and awe-inspiring panoramic perspectives. These gorgeous mountain views create an amazing backdrop for the ever-changing light show, which offers glorious sunrises and mind-blowing sunsets. Occasional passing storms and rainbows add to the magnificent display of nature.

A mere two-hour drive from Denver, Twin Lakes is a remote historic mining town. Nestled deep within a National Forest at the base of the Rockies’ tallest mountains, yet close to the booming outdoor adventure towns of Buena Vista and Leadville, the town of Twin Lakes is an undiscovered gem. Our cabins offer the best views in the state of Colorado and immediate access to the wilderness just outside your door. You will gain an appreciation for the peaceful beauty of this untamed area like you have never known before.

ACTIVITIES & RECREATION
Twin Lakes and Mt. Elbert Forebay are both a quick 5-10 minute drive from here. You'll find various activities to enjoy, including:
• Swimming
• Onsite disc golf course (3 holes)
• Canoeing (rentals available)
• Kayaking (rentals available)
• Stand-up paddle-boarding (rentals available)
• Lake fishing (try ice fishing in the winter!)
• Hiking/Cross-country skiing/Snowshoeing/Mountain biking. There are endless trails just outside your door for you to enjoy.
• 14ers - Bag your peaks here! Use this as your base camp. The most accessible mountains are:
Elbert, Massive, Huron, La Plata, Missouri, Belford, Oxford, Harvard, Colombia and Yale.
• Stargazing. On clear nights you may see planets, and, of course, myriad stars. View the details of the Milky Way as rarely seen in our world today. Don’t forget to bring your telescope!
• ATVing/4-Wheeling/Snowmobiling. Haul your vehicle up. There’s plenty of space!
• Whitewater rafting on the Arkansas river
• Fly fishing the 100+ miles of Gold Medal trout water on the Arkansas River
• Hunting
• Gold-panning

We are accessible year-round. Our cabin is located on a county road that gets plowed when there's snow; however, we still recommend AWD with good tire tread in the snowy months (generally December to April). Winter driving conditions on the highways leading to the cabin can change rapidly, so check the weather before heading out. Colorado has some specific winter driving laws pertaining to tire requirements.

DRIVING DISTANCES - SKI RESORTS
• Copper - 50 min
• Ski-Cooper - 40 min
• Monarch - 1 hour 10 min
• Vail - 1 hour 15 min
• Keystone - 1 hour 15 min
• Breckenridge - 1 hour 15 min

DRIVING DISTANCES - TOWNS/CITIES
• Twin Lakes (town) - 8 minutes
• Denver - 2 hours
• Buena Vista - 30 minutes
• Leadville - 25 minutes
• Aspen - 3 hours
• Salida - 1 hour
• Colorado Springs - 2 hours 15 min

There is no public transportation that will take you up here. You will need your own vehicle. In the winter, I would highly recommend a vehicle with snow tires and/or 4-Wheel drive.