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Buckhorn Ranger Station

Arapaho & Roosevelt National Forests Pawnee NG — hiking

Location: Bellevue, CO, CO

Price: From $150 per night

Price range: $150–$175 per night

Rating: 5 out of 5 (3 reviews)

Season: May through October

The Buckhorn Ranger Station has three cabins, an office and large garage. In August 2022, the Buckhorn Ranger Station was listed in the National Register of Historic Places. The Buckhorn Ranger Cabin was built in 1933 by the Civilian Conservation Corps.

Cell coverage (FCC estimate): none signal. Actual signal may vary in remote areas.

Amenities: Fire Rings, Picnic Tables, Showers, Electric Hookups

Availability alerts: Set a free cancellation alert at camperwatch.org/campground/buckhorn-ranger-station to be notified when sites open up.

Historic 1933 Civilian Conservation Corps ranger station listed on the National Register of Historic Places, offering a unique cultural experience. Located in Roosevelt National Forest with access to diverse outdoor activities including hiking, biking, climbing, and scenic drives.

Wildlife alert: Mountain lions present in the area; also moose, dusky grouse, and prairie falcons documented within 8km

Insider tips for Buckhorn Ranger Station: Book early as this is a federal campground with only 3 sites Bring your own bedding, pillows, blankets, sleeping bags, and towels Cooking equipment and dishes are provided, reducing gear needed

Skip Buckhorn Ranger Station if: Need RV hookups - no hookups available at most sites. Visiting outside May through October seasonal window. Prefer larger campgrounds - only 3 tent sites total.

Best time to visit Buckhorn Ranger Station: May-October — Campground operates seasonally during these months only.

Nearby campgrounds: Jacks Gulch (Morrison, CO), Mountain Park (Morrison, CO), Narrows (Co) (Morrison, CO), Stove Prairie (Morrison, CO).

Cell Phone Coverage at Buckhorn Ranger Station

Cell signal at Buckhorn Ranger Station (Bellevue, CO): none overall signal based on FCC broadband data.

    Coverage data source: FCC Broadband Data Collection (BDC). Actual signal may vary due to terrain, tree cover, and distance from towers. Camper reports are more reliable than coverage maps in remote areas.

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    Bellevue, CO, CO★ 5 (3 reviews)From $150/nightFederal campground · book on Recreation.gov
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    The Buckhorn Ranger Station has three cabins, an office and large garage. In August 2022, the Buckhorn Ranger Station was listed in the National Register of Historic Places. The Buckhorn Ranger Cabin was built in 1933 by the Civilian Conservation Corps.

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    Verified facts

    RIDB / Recreation.gov official database
    Check-in2:00 PM
    Check-out12:00 PM
    SeasonMay through October
    Stay limit14 days
    HookupsNo hookups.
    ADA sites1 sites
    PetsNot allowed
    CampfiresAllowed
    Max/site6 people

    Amenities

    RIDB /facilities /campsites · owner-verified
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    Fire RingsElectric Hookups
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    Picnic Tables
    Family & Pets
    Showers

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    Known issues, each with the workaround. Read before you book.

    Known issuesFederal campground — book early. No hookups at most sites. Seasonal operations.
    Skip it if:✕ Need RV hookups - no hookups available at most sites✕ Visiting outside May through October seasonal window✕ Prefer larger campgrounds - only 3 tent sites total

    Insider tips & when to go

    CamperWatch intel · hand-curated entry

    Book early as this is a federal campground with only 3 sites

    Bring your own bedding, pillows, blankets, sleeping bags, and towels

    Cooking equipment and dishes are provided, reducing gear needed

    Best: May-October

    Campground operates seasonally during these months only

    Things to do nearby

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    Cell signal

    FCC BDC · quarterly dataset
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    4G · 0%
    Verizon
    4G · 0%
    AT&T
    4G · 0%

    FCC maps are theoretical — camper reports confirm signal.

    Wildlife nearby

    iNaturalist · research-grade · 8 km
    Alert: Mountain lions present in the area; also moose, dusky grouse, and prairie falcons documented within 8km

    Location

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    970-295-6600· Arapaho & Roosevelt National Forests Pawnee NG
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    The site is located on the south and north sides of Larimer County Road 44H (Buckhorn Road) 22 miles west of Masonville, Colorado, in the Roosevelt National Forest. The site is 165’ east of the intersection of Forest Service Road 100, 11.6 miles west of the intersection of Buckhorn Road and Stove Prairie Road (just past mile marker 32 if driving from the east), and 1 mile east of the junction of Buckhorn Road and Monument Gulch Road.

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    Pro tips

    • Book on recreation.gov exactly 6 months ahead at 10am ET — Arapaho & Roosevelt National Forests Pawnee NG fills fast in peak season.
    • Check current road conditions at Arapaho & Roosevelt National Forests Pawnee NG before arrival — seasonal closures common.

    Frequently asked questions

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    How much does Buckhorn Ranger Station cost per night?+
    Buckhorn Ranger Station costs $150–$175 per night. Hookup options: No hookups.
    What season is Buckhorn Ranger Station open?+
    Buckhorn Ranger Station is open May through October. Check-in is 2:00 PM, check-out is 12:00 PM.
    Does Buckhorn Ranger Station have hookups?+
    No hookups.
    What is the maximum RV length at Buckhorn Ranger Station?+
    Buckhorn Ranger Station is primarily a tent camping facility.
    How do I make reservations at Buckhorn Ranger Station?+
    Buckhorn Ranger Station is a federal campground — book 6 months ahead at Recreation.gov. Set a free CamperWatch cancellation alert to be notified the moment a site opens.
    What is the cell service like at Buckhorn Ranger Station?+
    According to FCC coverage maps, cell signal at Buckhorn Ranger Station is rated none. FCC maps show theoretical coverage — actual signal in remote or heavily forested areas may be weaker.
    What season is Buckhorn Ranger Station open, and what are check-in times?+
    Buckhorn Ranger Station is open May through October. Check-in is 2:00 PM, check-out is 12:00 PM.
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    $150 /night★ 5 (3)
    SeasonMay through October
    Check-in2:00 PM
    Check-out12:00 PM
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    Jacks Gulch

    Morrison, CO

    From $38.5/night

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    From $41/night

    Narrows (Co)

    Morrison, CO

    From $29/night

    Stove Prairie

    Morrison, CO

    From $29/night

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