Glade Guard Station
Closed — Operated seasonally May through November as a short-term vacation rental by the Jersey Jim Foundation. Reservations required for 2-5 night stays. Winter access is not available due to snow and forest road closures.
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.
Occupancy and Use Restrictions
The purpose of this Order is to protect the public health and safety in the Rocky Mountain Region. This Order is supplemental to and does not rescind or replace those restrictions in 36 C.F.R. Part 261, Subpart A, or any Forest Supervisor Order issued under 36 C.F.R. Part 261, Subpart B.
Cave Closure and Restrictions
The purpose of this Order is to reduce the spread of the fungus that causes White nose syndrome and to protect bat species during critical biological periods.
Falls Creek Closure Area, Camping, and Motor Vehicle Travel Restrictions
Pursuant to 16 U.S.C. § 551 and 36 C.F.R.
Dolores River Restoration Project Closure Order
The Dolores Ranger District has issued a Forest Closure Order for Dolores River Restoration Project located on "The Beach" for the construction of instream structures and bank improvements.
West Fork Road and Bridge Closure Order
The Pagosa Ranger District's West Fork Bridge is closed by Forest Order due to damage during the October 2025 flood events. Forest Road 648 (West Fork) is closed at location identified by this order.
Multiple roads and trails damaged by flooding on SJNF
In early October, severe flooding events created ongoing safety and access concerns for Forest users on the Columbine and Pagosa Ranger Districts of the San Juan National Forest.
Lemon Reservoir Restrictions
The following act is prohibited on the National Forest System (NFS) lands and waters on the Columbine Ranger District of the San Juan National Forest:
Cascade Flume Safety Closure
Area closure: The purpose of this Order is for public health and safety during the Cascade Tacoma Flume repair. The recent failure of the flume resulted in infrastructure damage and a landslide that has destabilized the Described Area.
McPhee Reservoir Prohibitions
The following is prohibited on the National Forest System (NFS) lands and waters on the Dolores Ranger District of the San Juan National Forest:
Mancos/Dolores Camping Restrictions
The following are prohibited on the National Forest System Lands on the Mancos-Dolores Ranger District, San Juan National Forest.
Forest Orders
Visit our Forest Order page for a list of all the current Forest Orders: Closures, Fire Restrictions, and Camping, Occupancy, and Use Restrictions.
About
Glade Guard Station stands as a remarkable time capsule of early Forest Service history in Colorado. Listed on the Colorado State Register of Historic Properties, the station was established in 1905 as an administrative facility for the Glade District of the Montezuma National Forest. The current wood frame residence and barn were added in 1916, and the site remains remarkably unchanged from its early days when the lone District Ranger guarded the National Forest miles from civilization. From 2008-2011, the San Juan National Forest partnered with volunteers from the National Smoke Jumpers Association to restore the cabin, garage, barn, and corral. Since 2018, the Jersey Jim Foundation has operated the site as a short-term vacation rental under permit with the Forest Service. The remote location in Dolores County is accessed via an hour and a half drive on mostly forest service dirt roads from Cortez or Dolores, passing through miles of beautiful aspen, pine, and oak forests and open meadows. Cell service is not available at the cabin or for several miles around it. The guard station offers full horse amenities including corral, piped water for stock, and a barn. Additional facilities include tent pads, a large fire pit area with picnic tables, and a second flush toilet a short distance above the cabin. The area provides opportunities for horseback riding and day hiking. Guests must bring their own drinking and cooking water. Rentals are typically available May through November for 2-5 night stays.
Directions
Located approximately 30 miles north of Dolores via Forest Road 512. Access requires an hour and a half drive on mostly forest service dirt roads from Cortez or Dolores. The site is remotely located with no cell service for several miles.
Nearby Campgrounds
Amenities
| Water | No |
| Fires Allowed | Yes |
| Toilets | Yes |
| Dump Station | No |
| Wifi | No |
| Pets Allowed | — |
| Showers | No |
| Electric Hookups | No |
| Water Hookups | No |
| Sewer Hookups | No |
| Camp Store | No |
| Price | $100 |
Vehicle
| Max RV Length | — |
| Max Trailer Length | — |
| Big Rig Friendly | No |
| Pull Through Sites | No |
Contact
| Phone | +1 (970) 394-4383 |
Cell Service
| AT&T | Yes |
| Verizon | None |
| T-Mobile | None |
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