Silver Falls Guard Station
This is a day-use trailhead, not a campground. The guard station building is closed to public use. East Fork Road (FR 667) is currently open but has flood damage from October 2025 requiring cautious driving. Seasonal road closure typically begins December 15.
Flood Watch issued October 30 at 12:19AM MDT until November 2 at 11:00AM MST by NWS Pueblo CO
* WHAT...Flooding caused by excessive rainfall is possible. * WHERE...A portion of south central Colorado, including the following areas, the Eastern San Juan Mountains, and the Upper Rio Grande Valley. * WHEN...From late Saturday night through Monday morning. * IMPACTS...Excessive runoff may result in flooding of rivers, creeks, streams, and other low-lying and flood-prone locations. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS... - Heavy rainfall is expected to fall Sunday and Monday across the area, leading to elevated concerns for flooding in areas that have recently received a lot of moisture, or have recently experienced flooding. - http://www.weather.gov/safety/flood
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
Silver Falls Guard Station is a historic Forest Service administrative building situated on Waterfall Creek near the East Fork of the San Juan River at approximately 8,235 feet elevation. The guard station building is locked and not available for public rental or overnight use. The site functions as a day-use trailhead providing access to the scenic Silver Falls waterfall, a roughly 0.4-mile hike from the parking area. The area near Silver Falls is significant habitat for the Black Swift, a species of special concern that migrates annually from Brazil to nest at this waterfall from late May through late September. Visitors should be aware that the East Fork Road (FR 667) sustained flood damage in October 2025 and requires cautious driving. For overnight camping, visitors should consider nearby alternatives including East Fork Campground located 1 mile from Highway 160, or dispersed primitive camping sites along the East Fork of the San Juan River. The guard station itself offers only day-use facilities including a vault toilet and parking.
Directions
From Pagosa Springs, drive east on Highway 160 for approximately 10 miles. Turn right onto Forest Road 667 (East Fork Road). Continue approximately 8 miles on the dirt road. The guard station will be visible on the left side of the road.
Amenities
| Water | No |
| Fires Allowed | — |
| Toilets | Yes |
| Dump Station | No |
| Wifi | No |
| Pets Allowed | — |
| Showers | No |
| Electric Hookups | — |
| Water Hookups | — |
| Sewer Hookups | — |
| Camp Store | No |
Vehicle
| Max RV Length | — |
| Max Trailer Length | — |
| Big Rig Friendly | No |
| Pull Through Sites | — |
Contact
| Phone | +1 (970) 264-2268 |
Cell Service
| AT&T | None |
| Verizon | None |
| T-Mobile | None |
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