Fitton Guard Station Cabin

Rio Grande National Forest, 13308 Us Highway 160, Del Norte, Colorado, United States
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FITTON GUARD STATION CABIN
FITTON GUARD STATION CABIN

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About Fitton Guard Station Cabin

Fitton Guard Station is a small cabin located in a high elevation meadow at 10.6 ft on Burro Creek near along an off-highway vehicle trail. The cabins are only accessible by 50" width or less vehicles and non-motorized uses (e.g. foot or horseback). YOU CANNOT DRIVE A PASSENGER VEHICLE TO THE CABINS.Visitors may reserve the cabin for a maximum of 14 days to allow others the opportunity to rent the cabin. The combination to the cabin is provided in the confirmation letter.

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Cabin 01, Loop: FITTON GUARD STATION CABIN

Cabin 01, Loop: FITTON GUARD STATION CABIN

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  • 5 guests

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The rustic cabin offered a well-appointed retreat with comfortable mattresses, sheets, and cookware. Despite the challenging hike and high altitude, guests appreciated the setting and amenities. Overall, it was a lovely spot for a getaway.

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Leanne T

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November 10, 2025 Stayed at: Cabin 01, Loop: FITTON GUARD STATION CABIN

We enjoyed staying at the rustic cabin. It was quite a hike getting there. The altitude is so high it makes it hard to hike very far without having to stop to rest. The cabin was well appointed with mattresses and sheets and pillows. It also had lots of cookware and fire for the wood stove.

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Leanne T

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November 10, 2025 Stayed at: Cabin 01, Loop: FITTON GUARD STATION CABIN

We enjoyed staying at the rustic cabin. It was quite a hike getting there. The altitude is so high it makes it hard to hike very far without having to stop to rest. The cabin was well appointed with mattresses and sheets and pillows. It also had lots of cookware and fire for the wood stove.

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Steve C

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February 9, 2020 Stayed at: Cabin 01, Loop: FITTON GUARD STATION CABIN

We had a great visit at Fitton cabin. We were there bow hunting, our friends had the other cabin down the trail rented. We were not successful but we had a great time! My husband made the cute little curtains for the cabin too :) Enjoy your stay there.

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Steve C

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February 9, 2020 Stayed at: Cabin 01, Loop: FITTON GUARD STATION CABIN

We had a great visit at Fitton cabin. We were there bow hunting, our friends had the other cabin down the trail rented. We were not successful but we had a great time! My husband made the cute little curtains for the cabin too :) Enjoy your stay there.

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Marvin I go by Gene B

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January 11, 2020 Stayed at: Cabin 01, Loop: FITTON GUARD STATION CABIN

Fitton Guard Station Cabin: My stay at the cabin was amazing. I am already planning my next visit.

I was looking for peace and solitude and I found that and more at Fitton Cabin. I was there for 3 day and only seen 3 people (2 The first day.) The cabin had some nice amenities. Beds, vault toilet, table and chairs as well as a front porch. The hike in and out was a little difficult with a full pack. ( I packed too much stuff) The placement of Fitton Cabin was stunning. Just a short walk to the stream for water, it has a fire pit. The best part was at night when. The night sky and stars was so beautiful that it was mesmerizing. I just cannot say enough about this cabin. Loved it.....

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Marvin I go by Gene B

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January 11, 2020 Stayed at: Cabin 01, Loop: FITTON GUARD STATION CABIN

Fitton Guard Station Cabin: My stay at the cabin was amazing. I am already planning my next visit.

I was looking for peace and solitude and I found that and more at Fitton Cabin. I was there for 3 day and only seen 3 people (2 The first day.) The cabin had some nice amenities. Beds, vault toilet, table and chairs as well as a front porch. The hike in and out was a little difficult with a full pack. ( I packed too much stuff) The placement of Fitton Cabin was stunning. Just a short walk to the stream for water, it has a fire pit. The best part was at night when. The night sky and stars was so beautiful that it was mesmerizing. I just cannot say enough about this cabin. Loved it.....

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Location & Directions for Fitton Guard Station Cabin

Rio Grande National Forest, 13308 Us Highway 160, Del Norte, CO 81132 United States

Elevation: 3,220 ft

Nearest town

Del Norte, CO - 29 mi

About over 1 hr (72 min) to downtown

Highway access

Fitton Guard Station Cabin is accessible via US Highway 160, which is approximately 15 miles to the south in Del Norte.

Policies & Rules

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  • The cabin is only accessible by 50" width or less vehicles and non-motorized uses (e.g. foot or horseback). YOU CANNOT DRIVE A PASSENGER VEHICLE TO THE CABIN.
  • During the winter months, the access to this cabin is considered difficult and involves a 6-mile hike from the bottom trailhead
  • Caution: Bears frequent the area. Keep the cabin area clean. Store all food in secure, closed containers. Do not leave food outside the cabin.
  • A combination code is needed to access the cabin. The combo is sent in the confirmation email
  • For more information, please call the Divide Ranger District at 719-657-3321.
  • No pets allowed inside the cabin.
  • Don't Move Firewood: Prevent the spread of tree-killing organisms by obtaining firewood at or near your destination and burning it on-site. For more information visit dontmovefirewood.org
  • During the winter and spring seasons, call the Divide Ranger District at 719-657-3321 for road conditions and access details. Snow or muddy conditions can affect access.

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