Jackson Guard Station

Very nice 4-person cabin up against Forest Service lands in the N. San Juans. Cimmaron drainages are specacular. Very nice wood stove, plenty of wood. Bring a green propane canister for the Coleman lantern. Paper towels are not stocked. Cook stove is a newer four-burner unit but the oven is not operational.

This cabin is amazing! It is the nicest, well kept, rodent free forest service cabin that I’ve ever used. Fall is magical in the San Juan’s and we’ll always return. Thank you to everyone that does their part keeping this cabin a special place. To Jackson Guard Station cabin, see you next year my friend and we can’t wait!

The cabin was in a nice wooded area set back from the gravel road. You do hear lots of ATVs on the weekend, but much quieter on weekdays. The cows were around every day, sometimes close to the cabin. When I called to get the combination for the lock, I was told by the ranger that there was a working refrigerator, BUT there was not. So, plan ahead to have all your food in a cooler and know that there is nowhere to get ice unless you drive into a town. Water was easy to get at Silver Jack Campground, but having to keep all our trash with us was not ideal since the campground won't let you dump trash there. Firewood was provided but with the fire ban we were unable to have a campfire. The stove worked great and we were able to prepare our meals and use the provided kettle to heat water to wash dishes. Cabin is within walking distance of the fishing area at Silver Jack Reservoir which was nice. Beds were fine for sleeping but the fabric mattress covers could have used a good washing. The outhouse was as clean as an outhouse probably can be. Plenty of toilet paper was provided. We enjoyed having our own little retreat to go to after a day of hiking, fishing and exploring the area!

The cabin was clean and simple and perfect. The site is away from other campers and felt secluded and private. No critters in the cabin. We will definitely book this cabin again- our new favorite spot. The reservoir was quiet with few people on the water, and it was perfect for lake kayaking.

Jackson Guard Station was a wonderful mountain retreat for our family of four. We enjoyed riding bikes on the dirt roads, hiking the trail across Silver Jack Reservoir, admiring the wildflowers and wildlife, relaxing in our hammocks (BYO) under the aspen leaves, and outdoor meals at the picnic table. The cabin is well stocked with comfortable furniture and kitchen ware. Definitely bring a lantern or two as it can be dark inside the cabin. We hope you enjoy your stay as much as we did!

We were warm and cozy by the wood burning stove during a rainy few days at Jackson station. We brought firewood but were pleasantly surprised by the large supply already at the cabin. The surroundings were beautiful and the cabin clean and peaceful. We saw a bear, moose, and lots of deer and elk. We will b back!

This wonderful cabin sits right in the middle of a beautiful aspen field. Deer would walk across the yard multiple times a day. The area offers much hiking and the resevoir and wet lands offer a lovely background. The stove worked great and the place was relatively clean when we arrived. Definitey will be back soon.

This is an absolute GEM. The weather was stunning and the cabin was perfect for what we needed. Accidentally chopped way to much wood :)

We absolutely loved our time at this cabin! The cross-country ski into the property was a mellow and enjoyable route, perfect for a scenic adventure. Once there, the stunning views completely took our breath away—truly unforgettable. Everything about our stay exceeded expectations. 10/10, we highly recommend this spot for anyone looking to combine adventure with relaxation!

We had an excellent time at the cabin. The space was clean and provided great access to the surrounding wilderness.