Constructed in 1928 under a special use permit within the San Juan National Forest, this two-story Rustic style log building with its unusual cross-shaped plan represents early 20th century Forest Service land use policies no longer in effect. It was originally built through community efforts as a summer camp for boy scouts, church groups, 4-H Club members, and other youth groups from the Durango and San Juan Basin.

Quoted from the History Colorado website.