Jackson Guard Station

About this site

Overview Jackson Guard Station is a great destination for anything from a weekend getaway to a week-long hunting trip. The cabin was originally used as a guard station that housed Forest Service work crews. The cabin's access road is remarkably scenic, making for an impressive arrival. In summer months, the cabin sets the stage for a wide array of activities. Recreation ranges from thrilling off-road vehicle riding to amazing scenery viewsing,hiking,and rewarding fishing. Winter access is by snowmobile, cross country skiing or snowshoes,and fat bikes only along a 3.5-mile trail. Recreation Activities abound, with hiking, technical single track dirtbiking, ATV/OTV riding, snowshoeing, cross country skiing. Hunting and fishing are popular in the area Facilities Activities abound, with hiking, technical single track dirtbiking, ATV/OTV riding, snowshoeing, cross country skiing. Hunting and fishing are popular in the area Natural Features Situated near the southeast shores of Silver Jack Reservoir, Jackson Guard Station sits in a small aspen grove at 9,000 feet elevation. The cabin is at the base of High Mesa, near where the Cimarron River flows into the reservoir. Nearby Attractions Nearby attractions include the San Juan Mountains, Alpine Plateau, Uncompahgre Wilderness, Silver Jack Reservoir and Black Canyon of the Gunnison National Park. The cabin is about an hour's drive from Montrose or Ridgway, and an hour and a half from Gunnison. Additional Info: The cabin features two bedrooms with four twin-size beds, a wood stove for heating, propane stove and propane refrigerator, kitchen cabinet space with some dishes provided, and a vault toilet located outside. A fire ring and picnic table are located just outside the cabin. The cabin does not have electricity or running water; guests must bring their own potable water, bedding, toiletries, and a source of light. The rental fee is $75 per night with a maximum occupancy of four guests.

Amenities & access

Contact

• (970) 240-5300
• https://www.recreation.gov/camping/campgrounds/233289

Location

38.213333, -107.523244