Laprele Guard Station
Currently closed for the season. Opens late May or early June through late October, weather dependent. Reservations through Recreation.gov. Cold Springs Highway 91 repaving in progress with potential delays.
Red Flag Warning issued August 10 at 9:27PM MDT until August 10 at 9:00PM MDT by NWS Cheyenne WY
...RED FLAG WARNING HAS EXPIRED FOR LOW RH AND GUSTY WINDS MPH FOR FIRE WEATHER ZONES 417, 418, 419, 420, 421, 422, 423, 424, 425, 426, AND 427... The National Weather Service in Cheyenne has issued a Red Flag Warning, which is in effect from noon to 9 PM MDT Tuesday. * AFFECTED AREA...Fire weather zones 417 through 427. * WIND...North to northwest at 15 to 20 mph with gusts up to 35 mph. * HUMIDITY...Between 9 and 16 percent. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Isolated high-based showers will have the potential to produce gusty and erratic winds along with a few strikes of lightning without much, if any, rainfall during the afternoon and evening hours. * IMPACTS...any fires that develop will likely spread rapidly. Outdoor burning is not recommended.
Red Flag Warning issued August 10 at 9:27PM MDT until August 11 at 9:00PM MDT by NWS Cheyenne WY
...RED FLAG WARNING HAS EXPIRED FOR LOW RH AND GUSTY WINDS MPH FOR FIRE WEATHER ZONES 417, 418, 419, 420, 421, 422, 423, 424, 425, 426, AND 427... The National Weather Service in Cheyenne has issued a Red Flag Warning, which is in effect from noon to 9 PM MDT Tuesday. * AFFECTED AREA...Fire weather zones 417 through 427. * WIND...North to northwest at 15 to 20 mph with gusts up to 35 mph. * HUMIDITY...Between 9 and 16 percent. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Isolated high-based showers will have the potential to produce gusty and erratic winds along with a few strikes of lightning without much, if any, rainfall during the afternoon and evening hours. * IMPACTS...any fires that develop will likely spread rapidly. Outdoor burning is not recommended.
About
La Prele Guard Station is a historic rental cabin originally built in 1936 by the Civilian Conservation Corps to house the LaPrele District Ranger. The entire compound was listed on the National Register of Historic Places in 1994. Located in the Laramie Peak area at approximately 7,800 feet elevation, the cabin sits in a grassy clearing surrounded by mixed conifer forest with La Prele Creek flowing nearby. The cabin features two bedrooms with beds and mattresses, a full bathroom with flush toilet and shower (hot water via propane heater), and a kitchen equipped with propane stove, refrigerator, and basic cooking utensils. The living/dining room has a stone fireplace for heating. The cabin now has limited electricity. Cleaning supplies are provided, but guests must bring bedding, towels, food, and drinking water. Wildlife viewing opportunities abound, with elk and deer commonly seen. Campbell Creek Campground is located just 100 yards down the road for overflow camping. Nearby recreation includes hiking, fishing, rock climbing, mountain biking, and hunting.
Directions
From Douglas (37 miles): From I-25 Exit 140, turn right onto S Riverbend Dr. Turn right onto WY-94 (Esterbrook Road) and right on WY-91 (Cold Springs Road). In 3 miles, turn left on WY-91 (Cold Springs Road). Continue on CR 24 (Cold Springs Road) for 33.8 miles. Alternatively, from I-25 Exit 146, go east on WY-96 for 3.1 miles, turn right on WY-91 (Cold Springs Road), and continue on CR 24 for 33.8 miles.
Amenities
| Water | No |
| Fires Allowed | No |
| Toilets | Yes |
| Dump Station | — |
| Wifi | — |
| Pets Allowed | No |
| 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
| Phone | +1 (307) 358-4690 |
Cell Service
| AT&T | None |
| Verizon | None |
| T-Mobile | None |
Useful Links
| Recreation.gov Reservations | |
| USFS La Prele Guard Station |
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