About Jackson Guard Station
Number of accommodations: 1
Seasonal information
2026 Season availability
Open year round
This campground is open year round, providing flexibility for your stay.
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Cooking and Fire
- Firewood Available
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001, Loop: JACKSON GUARD STATION
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Reviews (83)
What Guests Are Saying
Jackson Guard Station cabin offers a cozy and well-stocked retreat, surrounded by beautiful scenery and wildlife, making it ideal for hiking, fishing, and relaxing. Guests appreciate the ample firewood, clean accommodations, and peaceful setting away from other campers. Some minor drawbacks include the lack of a refrigerator and occasional noise from nearby ATVs, but overall, visitors highly recommend this cabin for a memorable outdoor experience.
What Guests Are Saying
Jackson Guard Station cabin offers a cozy and well-stocked retreat, surrounded by beautiful scenery and wildlife, making it ideal for hiking, fishing, and relaxing. Guests appreciate the ample firewood, clean accommodations, and peaceful setting away from other campers. Some minor drawbacks include the lack of a refrigerator and occasional noise from nearby ATVs, but overall, visitors highly recommend this cabin for a memorable outdoor experience.
Review Summary
Liz W
VerifiedJune 19, 2025 • Stayed at: 001, Loop: JACKSON GUARD STATION
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!
Emma E
VerifiedJune 12, 2025 • Stayed at: 001, Loop: JACKSON GUARD STATION
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!
Emma E
VerifiedJune 12, 2025 • Stayed at: 001, Loop: JACKSON GUARD STATION
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!
Anik E
VerifiedJune 9, 2025 • Stayed at: 001, Loop: JACKSON GUARD STATION
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.
Anik E
VerifiedJune 9, 2025 • Stayed at: 001, Loop: JACKSON GUARD STATION
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.
Tanner M
VerifiedMarch 12, 2025 • Stayed at: 001, Loop: JACKSON GUARD STATION
This is an absolute GEM. The weather was stunning and the cabin was perfect for what we needed. Accidentally chopped way to much wood :)
Tanner M
VerifiedMarch 12, 2025 • Stayed at: 001, Loop: JACKSON GUARD STATION
This is an absolute GEM. The weather was stunning and the cabin was perfect for what we needed. Accidentally chopped way to much wood :)
Trevor C
VerifiedDecember 30, 2024 • Stayed at: 001, Loop: JACKSON GUARD STATION
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!
Trevor C
VerifiedDecember 30, 2024 • Stayed at: 001, Loop: JACKSON GUARD STATION
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!
Christopher A
VerifiedDecember 2, 2024 • Stayed at: 001, Loop: JACKSON GUARD STATION
We had an excellent time at the cabin. The space was clean and provided great access to the surrounding wilderness.
Location Jackson Guard Station
Address:
2505 South Townsend Avenue
Montrose, CO, 81401
United States
From Montrose, take Highway 50 east for about 20 miles. Turn right (south) onto County Road 858, which leads up the Big Cimarron Drainage for about 20 miles. Shortly after passing Silver Jack Reservoir on the right, Jackson Guard Station will be on the left.
From Gunnison, take Highway 50 west for roughly 43 miles. Turn left on County Road 858, which leads up the Big Cimarron Drainage for about 20 miles. Shortly after passing Silver Jack Reservoir on the right, Jackson Guard Station will be on the left.
In winter, park in parking lot before the Forest Boundary and ski, snowshoe or snowmobile up the road for 3.5 miles.
Latitude & Longitude: 38.2133 / -107.523
Elevation: 2766 feet
Policies & Rules
Arrival & departure
- In winter, access to the cabin is by snowmobile or skiing; parking is available 3.5 miles away.
Cancellation policy
- Reservation fees are non-refundable. For campsites, cabins, lookouts, yurts, group sites, and similar stays, we charge a reservation service fee of $8.
- Standard cancellations usually have a $10 cancellation fee. Customers can generally cancel before the check-in date online.
- Late cancellation rules differ by stay type.
- Individual campsites: cancelling after 12:00am local time the day before arrival usually means a $10 cancellation fee plus forfeiting the first night's fee.
- Cabins, lookouts, and yurts: cancelling less than 14 days before arrival usually means a $10 cancellation fee plus forfeiting the first night's fee.
- One-night reservations: a late cancellation usually forfeits the full amount paid, up to the total original reservation cost.
- Modifications are allowed before the cut-off window, but fees depend on the change. Changing to dates completely outside the original reservation dates may trigger a $10 change fee. Extending or shortening a stay that still includes original dates usually has no change fee, though refunds may depend on timing and facility rules. Switching to the same type of campsite for the same dates usually has no change fee, but price differences are charged or refunded.
- Early departures may or may not be refunded. At certain facilities, partial refunds may be possible if staff can mark the site available for other visitors. No refund is given for a night if the early departure is requested after that day's check-out time.
- Security deposits are separate. Security deposits may be refunded to the original payment method if the facility is left in acceptable condition, as determined by the property.
Utilities
- Drinking water is not available at the facility.
Fires & fuel
- Firewood collection is prohibited; bring your own in summer, provided in winter.
- Do not move firewood to prevent spreading pests; obtain it locally.
Safety & rules
- Guests must bring garbage bags as this is a pack in-pack out facility.
- Guests are required to clean the cabin before departure, with supplies provided.
- Firearms cannot be discharged within 150 yards of the cabin.
- Smoking is prohibited on the premises.
- There is a risk of hantavirus exposure in remote cabins.
Pets
- Pets are not permitted on the property.
Accessibility
- The facility is not compliant with accessibility standards.
Wildlife & food storage
- Food must be stored securely to avoid attracting bears.
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Last updated: June 3, 2026
