Aspen Guard Station
Open seasonally from late May through late October, weather permitting. Reservations are managed by the Jersey Jim Foundation. Two-night minimum stay required with a maximum of four nights.
Flash Flood Warning issued July 21 at 5:06PM MDT until July 21 at 8:15PM MDT by NWS Grand Junction CO
FFWGJT The National Weather Service in Grand Junction has issued a * Flash Flood Warning for... West Central Dolores County in southwestern Colorado... Northwestern Montezuma County in southwestern Colorado... * Until 815 PM MDT. * At 506 PM MDT, Doppler radar indicated thunderstorms producing heavy rain across the warned area. Between 1 and 2 inches of rain have fallen. The expected rainfall rate is 2 to 4 inches in 1 hour. Flash flooding is ongoing or expected to begin shortly. HAZARD...Life threatening flash flooding. Thunderstorms producing flash flooding. SOURCE...Radar. IMPACT...Life threatening flash flooding of creeks and streams, urban areas, highways, streets and underpasses. * Some locations that will experience flash flooding include... Cahone.
Wheeled Vehicles in Wilderness
This order describes the prohibition of wheeled vehicles in all National Forest Wilderness Areas of the Rocky Mountain Region and any exceptions thereof.
Weed Free Forage Products
The purpose of this Order is to prevent the introduction or spread of noxious weeds.
About
Aspen Guard Station offers a unique opportunity to stay in a piece of Forest Service history. Originally constructed between 1938 and 1941 by the Civilian Conservation Corps, this cabin once housed rangers who patrolled the forest on horseback, checking timber and livestock permits. The station has been lovingly restored and is now operated by the Jersey Jim Foundation as a short-term vacation rental. The cabin sleeps up to four guests across multiple rooms including a master bedroom with full bed, a separate bedroom with another full bed, and a living room with a sofa bed. The full kitchen features a propane stove with oven, refrigerator, and is stocked with cookware and dinnerware. A small propane heater warms the kitchen for cool mornings. The bathroom includes a flush toilet, shower, and sink. Outside, a fire pit is available when fire conditions permit. Located 11.5 miles north of Mancos via Forest Road 561, the station is accessible by two-wheel-drive vehicles. The first 10 miles are chip-seal paved, followed by well-graveled forest road. The surrounding area offers hiking, mountain biking, horseback riding, and OHV trails.
Directions
From Mancos, travel 11.5 miles north on Forest Road 561. The first 10 miles are chip-seal paved, followed by well-graveled forest road accessible by two-wheel-drive vehicles. Speed limit is under 30 mph; watch for livestock and wildlife.
Amenities
| Water | No |
| Fires Allowed | Yes |
| Toilets | Yes |
| Dump Station | No |
| Wifi | No |
| Pets Allowed | — |
| Showers | Yes |
| Electric Hookups | — |
| Water Hookups | — |
| Sewer Hookups | — |
| Camp Store | No |
| Price | $100 |
Vehicle
| Max RV Length | — |
| Max Trailer Length | — |
| Big Rig Friendly | No |
| Pull Through Sites | No |
Contact
| jerseyjimfoundation@gmail.com | |
| Phone | +1 (970) 882-7296 |
Cell Service
| AT&T | Yes |
| Verizon | Yes |
| T-Mobile | None |
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