Duncan Cabin
Rio Grande National Forest — hiking
Location: Saguache, CO, CO
Price: From $40 per night
Rating: 4.5 out of 5 (12 reviews)
Season: May through October
The cabin was constructed in the 1880s. The cabin sits 8,120 feet above sea level beside a small dry stream‐bed. The nearest source of water is Pole Creek which is approximately 1,500 feet from the cabin.
Cell coverage (FCC estimate): moderate signal. Actual signal may vary in remote areas. Best carrier: Verizon. Verizon 4G: 100%. AT&T 4G: 100%. T-Mobile 4G: 0%.
Amenities: Fire Rings, Picnic Tables, Vault Toilets, Electric Hookups
Availability alerts: Set a free cancellation alert at camperwatch.org/campground/duncan-cabin to be notified when sites open up.
Recently restored 1880s mining cabin at 8,120 feet with excellent amenities including dishes, cooking utensils, and picnic tables. Ideal base camp for horseback riding, hiking, and stargazing with views overlooking the San Luis Valley.
Wildlife alert: Mule Deer, Bighorn Sheep, Pronghorn, Dusky Grouse, and Gopher Snakes present in the area
Insider tips for Duncan Cabin: Book early — this is a federal campground with only 1 site Nearest water source is Pole Creek, approximately 1,500 feet from cabin Approximately 4-mile hike-in with mostly flat, sandy terrain to reach the cabin
Skip Duncan Cabin if: You need RV hookups — no hookups available. You visit outside May through October — seasonal operations only. You prefer drive-up access — hike-in required.
Best time to visit Duncan Cabin: May-October — Campground operates seasonally during these months only.
Nearby campgrounds: Pinon Flats Campground (Mosca, CO), Alvarado Campground (WESTCLIFFE, CO), Zapata Falls Campground (Monte Vista, CO), Lake Creek (Co) (Westcliffe, CO).
Cell Phone Coverage at Duncan Cabin
Cell signal at Duncan Cabin (Saguache, CO): moderate overall signal based on FCC broadband data. Best carrier: Verizon.
- Verizon 4G LTE: 100% coverage
- AT&T 4G LTE: 100% coverage
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.
The cabin was constructed in the 1880s. The cabin sits 8,120 feet above sea level beside a small dry stream‐bed. The nearest source of water is Pole Creek which is approximately 1,500 feet from the cabin.
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Insider tips & when to go
CamperWatch intel · hand-curated entryBook early
this is a federal campground with only 1 site
Nearest water source is Pole Creek, approximately 1,500 feet from cabin
Approximately 4-mile hike-in with mostly flat, sandy terrain to reach the cabin
Campground operates seasonally during these months only
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Wildlife nearby
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Getting there →
Duncan Cabin cab be reached from Moffat, Colorado, on State Highway 17, either 37 miles from Alamosa or 14 miles from the intersection of US Hwy 285 between Saguache and Salida. From Moffat turn towards Crestone (County Road T), for 12 miles. Before getting to Crestone, turn right at Camino Baca Grande Road for 2 miles. Turn right at Camino Real Road (no street signs, but look for small brown sign saying "Liberty Road" on the right side. Follow Camino Real for 3.4 miles, look for another small b
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- Book on recreation.gov exactly 6 months ahead at 10am ET — Rio Grande National Forest fills fast in peak season.
- Check current road conditions at Rio Grande National Forest before arrival — seasonal closures common.
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