SUMMIT CREEK GUARD STATION
Closed for the season. The guard station operates seasonally from mid-July through mid-October. Reservations are made through Recreation.gov at $120 per night with a maximum capacity of 6 guests.
Red Flag Warning issued June 11 at 10:23AM MDT until June 12 at 9:00PM MDT by NWS Grand Junction CO
The National Weather Service in Grand Junction has issued a Red Flag Warning for gusty winds, low relative humidity and dry fuels, which is in effect from 1 PM to 9 PM MDT Friday. The Fire Weather Watch is no longer in effect. * AFFECTED AREA...In Colorado, Fire Weather Zone 200 Little Snake Forecast Area, Fire Weather Zone 201 Routt Forecast Area, Fire Weather Zone 202 White River Forecast Area, Fire Weather Zone 203 Lower Colorado River, Fire Weather Zone 205 Colorado River Headwaters, Fire Weather Zone 290 Paradox Valley Forecast Area, Fire Weather Zone 291 Northern San Juan Forecast Area, Fire Weather Zone 292 North Fork Forecast Area and Fire Weather Zone 294 Southwest Colorado Upper West Forecast Area. In Utah, Fire Weather Zone 487 Book Cliffs. * TIMING...From 1 PM to 9 PM MDT Friday. * WINDS...West 10 to 20 mph with gusts up to 35 mph. * RELATIVE HUMIDITY...7 to 12 percent. * IMPACTS...Fires will catch and spread quickly. Exercise extreme caution with any outdoor burning.
About
Summit Creek Guard Station offers a unique lodging experience in a historic structure dating back to 1912. The cabin is listed on the National Register of Historic Places and provides guests with a glimpse into early Forest Service history while enjoying the remote beauty of northern Colorado's Routt National Forest. The guard station accommodates up to six people with two bunk beds and one full bed. Inside, guests will find electric lights, a propane heater and refrigerator, a kitchen sink with basic cooking supplies, table and chairs, and both a vault toilet and a flush toilet with shower. An outdoor fire ring and picnic table are also provided. Guests must bring their own potable drinking water as only non-potable water is available on-site. The cabin is situated approximately 34 miles north of Steamboat Springs, accessible by road during the open season. The surrounding area offers hiking, wildlife viewing, and access to the nearby backcountry.
Directions
Located approximately 34 miles north of Steamboat Springs, Colorado, in the North Routt County area of the Medicine Bow-Routt National Forest. Road access and parking available during the open season.
Amenities
| Water | No |
| Fires Allowed | Yes |
| Toilets | Yes |
| Dump Station | No |
| Wifi | — |
| Pets Allowed | — |
| Showers | Yes |
| Electric Hookups | — |
| Water Hookups | — |
| Sewer Hookups | — |
| Camp Store | No |
| Price | $120 |
Vehicle
| Max RV Length | — |
| Max Trailer Length | — |
| Big Rig Friendly | No |
| Pull Through Sites | No |
Contact
| Phone | +1 (307) 745-2300 |
Cell Service
| AT&T | None |
| Verizon | None |
| T-Mobile | None |
Useful Links
| USFS Summit Creek Guard Station |
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