Stone Cellar Guard Station

Rio Grande National Forest — fishing, hiking

Location: Saguache, CO, CO

Price: From $50 per night

Rating: 4.5 out of 5 (11 reviews)

Season: May through October

Stone Cellar Guard Station is a remote cabin located at an elevation of 9,500 feet, just outside the boundary of La Garita Wilderness in Saguache Park in the Rio Grande National Forest. The cabin is a secluded getaway for guests seeking relaxation and recreation in south-central Colorado.Visitors may want to take a day to visit Bonanza, a historical silver mining town that was booming in the 1880s. Today visitors to Bonanza can see old mines, historical buildings and old time mining equipment as

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

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

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

Stone Cellar Guard Station is a remote, well-maintained cabin at 9,500 feet in the Rio Grande National Forest with access to Saguache Creek and diverse recreation including hiking, fishing, and winter sports. Campers praise its beautiful setting and maintenance, though note it can get busy.

Wildlife alert: Mountain lions present in area; also black-tailed jackrabbits, American beavers, Wyoming ground squirrels, American pronghorn, dusky grouse, cliff swallows, and Brewer's blackbirds documented nearby.

Insider tips for Stone Cellar Guard Station: Book early—federal campground with high demand Bring firewood; no trees available for foraging per camper review High-clearance or prepared vehicle recommended; 21-mile rough dirt road to access

Skip Stone Cellar Guard Station if: Seeking solitude; camper noted unexpected crowds. Dust allergies; verified camper reported significant dust. Needing hookups; no hookups available at sites. Expecting cell service in remote location.

Best time to visit Stone Cellar Guard Station: May-October — Official season of operation per verified data. Summer — Hiking opportunities documented in RIDB activities. Fall — Hunting season available per RIDB activities. Winter — Cross country skiing and snowmobiling available, though outside official May-October season.

Nearby campgrounds: Carnero Guard Station (SAGUACHE, CO), Upper Crossing Guard Station (Saguache, CO), Alder Guard Station (Del Norte, CO), Marshall Park (CREEDE, CO).

Cell Phone Coverage at Stone Cellar Guard Station

Cell signal at Stone Cellar Guard Station (Saguache, 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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Saguache, CO, CO★ 4.5 (11 reviews)From $50/nightFederal campground · book on Recreation.gov
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Stone Cellar Guard Station is a remote cabin located at an elevation of 9,500 feet, just outside the boundary of La Garita Wilderness in Saguache Park in the Rio Grande National Forest. The cabin is a secluded getaway for guests seeking relaxation and recreation in south-central Colorado.Visitors may want to take a day to visit Bonanza, a historical silver mining town that was booming in the 1880s. Today visitors to Bonanza can see old mines, historical buildings and old time mining equipment as they follow the Bonanza Mines Off-Highway Vehicle Tour.

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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
PetsAllowed
CampfiresAllowed
Max/site6 people

Amenities

RIDB /facilities /campsites · owner-verified
Essentials
Fire RingsElectric Hookups
Recreation
Picnic TablesFishing
Family & Pets
Vault Toilets

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:✕ Seeking solitude; camper noted unexpected crowds✕ Dust allergies; verified camper reported significant dust✕ Needing hookups; no hookups available at sites✕ Expecting cell service in remote location

Insider tips & when to go

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Book early

federal campground with high demand

Bring firewood; no trees available for foraging per camper review

High-clearance or prepared vehicle recommended; 21-mile rough dirt road to access

Best: May-October

Official season of operation per verified data

Best: Summer

Hiking opportunities documented in RIDB activities

Best: Fall

Hunting season available per RIDB activities

Best: Winter

Cross country skiing and snowmobiling available, though outside official May-October season

Things to do nearby

RIDB /activities /recareas + intel

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: Mountain lions present in area; also black-tailed jackrabbits, American beavers, Wyoming ground squirrels, American pronghorn, dusky grouse, cliff swallows, and Brewer's blackbirds documented nearby.

Location

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Getting there →

From Saguache, take Colorado Hwy 114, 34 miles northwest from Saguache, over North Pass. Take FR#804 south 4 miles to junction, east 1 mile to FR #787, then 21 miles south to the cabin, located past the Stone Cellar Campground. Note, there is a stream crossing before arriving to the cabin gate.

Campground entrance

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Community

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Pro tips

  • 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.

Frequently asked questions

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How much does Stone Cellar Guard Station cost per night?+
Stone Cellar Guard Station costs $50 per night. Hookup options: No hookups.
What season is Stone Cellar Guard Station open?+
Stone Cellar Guard Station is open May through October. Check-in is 2:00 PM, check-out is 12:00 PM.
Does Stone Cellar Guard Station have hookups?+
No hookups.
What is the maximum RV length at Stone Cellar Guard Station?+
Stone Cellar Guard Station is primarily a tent camping facility.
How do I make reservations at Stone Cellar Guard Station?+
Stone Cellar 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 Stone Cellar Guard Station?+
According to FCC coverage maps, cell signal at Stone Cellar Guard Station is rated none. FCC maps show theoretical coverage — actual signal in remote or heavily forested areas may be weaker.
What season is Stone Cellar Guard Station open, and what are check-in times?+
Stone Cellar Guard Station is open May through October. Check-in is 2:00 PM, check-out is 12:00 PM.
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Google Air Quality API — Live AQI at exact campground coordinates
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iNaturalist — Research-grade wildlife within 8km
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FCC Broadband Map — Verizon, AT&T, T-Mobile 4G/5G coverage data
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Google Street View — Campground entrance & access road imagery
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RIDB — ADA sites, hookups, toilets, pets, campfire rules, bear boxes, max RV, activities, contact, directions
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$50 /night★ 4.5 (11)
SeasonMay through October
Check-in2:00 PM
Check-out12:00 PM
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