Grizzly Guard Station

Open — Open year-round for reservations. Maximum capacity of five people. No dogs allowed. Winter visitors must bring their own water; summer guests can access water from a campground spigot one-quarter mile away from late June to October.

About

At an elevation of 8,500 feet, Grizzly Guard Station is a historic Forest Service rental cabin located between Walden and Steamboat Springs in the Routt National Forest. The two-room cabin sleeps up to five people and offers a rustic, no-frills experience situated 50 feet from the main gravel road. The heater and range stove are powered by natural gas, but there is no electricity or running water inside the cabin. Guests must bring their own water during winter months, though from late June to October, water is available from a campground spigot approximately one-quarter mile away. The vault toilet is located outside about 25 feet from the cabin. All trash must be packed out. The cabin provides basic amenities including dinner plates, bowls, and silverware, but guests should bring linens, pillows, blankets, cleaning supplies, and gas or battery-operated lanterns. The guard station is situated in an area rich with wildlife. Deer, woodpeckers, and small mammals are frequently seen, with occasional moose and elk sightings. Cattle often graze in the area. In summer, the location provides access to OHV road riding and scenic driving routes. Winter activities include snowmobiling and cross-country skiing. The nearest town is Walden, 30 minutes away, while Steamboat Springs is 45-60 minutes over a mountain pass.

Directions

From Walden, take Highway 14 west for approximately 11 miles to Hebron. Turn right on County Road 24 driving west. Follow County Road 24 as it forks left and then right at intersections with County Roads 1 and 5. After approximately 10 miles the road becomes Forest Road 60 and you arrive at Grizzly Guard Station.

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