Seedhouse Guard Station

Medicine Bow-Routt NFs & Thunder Basin NG — riverside, fishing, hiking

Location: STEAMBOAT SPRINGS , CO, CO

Price: From $100 per night

Rating: 4.5 out of 5 (11 reviews)

Season: May through October

Seedhouse Guard Station is located approximately 26 miles north of Steamboat Springs, Colorado. It was constructed in 1933 and offers a unique lodging opportunity for guests seeking recreation and relaxation in the Routt National Forest. This historic cabin is available for rent in the fall and winter.

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

Amenities: Fire Rings, Picnic Tables, Vault Toilets, Drinking Water, Electric Hookups, Fishing

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

Historic 1933 guard station cabin in Routt National Forest offering unique lodging 26 miles north of Steamboat Springs with access to diverse recreation including fishing, hiking, and winter sports.

Wildlife alert: Moose, Mule Deer, American Beaver, Red Fox, and various bird species including Steller's Jay and Canada Jay present in the area.

Insider tips for Seedhouse Guard Station: Book early — this is a federal campground with high demand. Only 1 site available at this location. Winter access requires 3+ mile non-motorized travel; plan accordingly.

Skip Seedhouse Guard Station if: You need hookups — no hookups available at this site.. You require year-round access — seasonal operations only.. You cannot handle remote, backcountry conditions..

Best time to visit Seedhouse Guard Station: May-October — Official campground operating season with road access available when clear.. Fall-Winter — Historic cabin available for rent during this period; winter access requires snowmobiling, cross-country skiing, or snowshoeing over 3+ miles..

Nearby campgrounds: Seedhouse Campground (STEAMBOAT SPRINGS, CO), Seedhouse Group Site - Medicine-Bow Routt Nf (Co) (STEAMBOAT SPRINGS, CO), Hinman Campground (Co) (Steamboat Springs, CO), Hahns Peak Lake Campground - Medicine-Bow Routt Nf (Co) (COLORADO, CO).

Cell Phone Coverage at Seedhouse Guard Station

Cell signal at Seedhouse Guard Station (STEAMBOAT SPRINGS , 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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STEAMBOAT SPRINGS , CO, CO★ 4.5 (11 reviews)From $100/nightFederal campground · book on Recreation.gov
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Seedhouse Guard Station is located approximately 26 miles north of Steamboat Springs, Colorado. It was constructed in 1933 and offers a unique lodging opportunity for guests seeking recreation and relaxation in the Routt National Forest. This historic cabin is available for rent in the fall and winter.

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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
ToiletsVault toilets
CampfiresAllowed
Max/site6 people

Amenities

RIDB /facilities /campsites · owner-verified
Essentials
Fire RingsDrinking Water
Recreation
Picnic TablesElectric Hookups
Family & Pets
Vault ToiletsFishing

Straight talk

CamperWatch intel · curated from camper reports

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:✕ You need hookups — no hookups available at this site.✕ You require year-round access — seasonal operations only.✕ You cannot handle remote, backcountry conditions.

Insider tips & when to go

CamperWatch intel · hand-curated entry

Book early

this is a federal campground with high demand.

Only 1 site available at this location.

Winter access requires 3+ mile non-motorized travel; plan accordingly.

Best: May-October

Official campground operating season with road access available when clear.

Best: Fall-Winter

Historic cabin available for rent during this period; winter access requires snowmobiling, cross-country skiing, or snowshoeing over 3+ miles.

Things to do nearby

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Conditions today

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Cell signal

FCC BDC · quarterly dataset
T-Mobile
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: Moose, Mule Deer, American Beaver, Red Fox, and various bird species including Steller's Jay and Canada Jay present in the area.

Location

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Getting there →

The guard station is located about 26 miles north of Steamboat Springs, CO. From Steamboat Springs, take Highway 40 west and turn right on County Road 129. Head north on 129 (toward Clark) about 18 miles. One mile after Clark, take the first right after crossing the Elk River, Routt County Road 64, which is also Forest Service Road 400. Stay on this for 8 miles and the guard station is behind a locked gate, tucked in some trees on the left, across from the Seedhouse Campground. The last 3 miles

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Pro tips

  • Book on recreation.gov exactly 6 months ahead at 10am ET — Medicine Bow-Routt NFs & Thunder Basin NG fills fast in peak season.
  • Check current road conditions at Medicine Bow-Routt NFs & Thunder Basin NG before arrival — seasonal closures common.
  • Bear country — store all food in bear boxes or locked vehicle at all times.

Frequently asked questions

RIDB facts + intel · FAQPage schema, speakable
How much does Seedhouse Guard Station cost per night?+
Seedhouse Guard Station costs $100 per night. Hookup options: No hookups.
What season is Seedhouse Guard Station open?+
Seedhouse Guard Station is open May through October. Check-in is 2:00 PM, check-out is 12:00 PM.
Does Seedhouse Guard Station have hookups?+
No hookups.
What is the maximum RV length at Seedhouse Guard Station?+
Seedhouse Guard Station is primarily a tent camping facility.
How do I make reservations at Seedhouse Guard Station?+
Seedhouse Guard 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 Seedhouse Guard Station?+
According to FCC coverage maps, cell signal at Seedhouse Guard Station is rated none. FCC maps show theoretical coverage — actual signal in remote or heavily forested areas may be weaker.
What season is Seedhouse Guard Station open, and what are check-in times?+
Seedhouse Guard Station is open May through October. Check-in is 2:00 PM, check-out is 12:00 PM.
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FCC Broadband Map — Verizon, AT&T, T-Mobile 4G/5G coverage data
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$100 /night★ 4.5 (11)
SeasonMay through October
Check-in2:00 PM
Check-out12:00 PM
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