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Jackson Guard Station

US Forest Service · Colorado

Jackson Guard Station in Colorado. Ringed marker is this site; the other dots are the 939 public campsites we map in Colorado.

Jackson Guard Station is a great destination for anything from a weekend getaway to a week-long hunting trip. The cabin was originally used as a guard station that housed Forest Service work crews. The cabin's access road is remarkably scenic, making for an impressive arrival. In summer months, the cabin sets the stage for a wide array of activities. Recreation ranges from thrilling off-road vehicle riding to amazing scenery viewsing,hiking,and rewarding fishing.

What we know about it

Managed by
US Forest Service
Fee
$75/night
Booking
Reservation required
Dogs
Allowed on a leash (USFS policy)
Phone
(970) 240-5300
Coordinates
38.21333, -107.52324

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Source: Recreation.gov, dated 2026-02-25, fetched 2026-09-07. Official listing.

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