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Brewery Creek Guard Station

North facing view from guard station
Front of cabin showing amazing mountain view
Entry view of the guard station, away from the main road
Living quarters side of the station
North half of the station, kitchen view

About Brewery Creek Guard Station

Brewery Creek Guard Station is situated at an elevation of 9,500 feet in a densely wooded aspen grove overlooking Brewery Creek. The cabin is a few miles south of the Continental Divide on the northern end of the San Luis Valley in the Rio Grande National Forest. Built in 1935, the two room cabin was originally used by a forest ranger who oversaw the Poncha and Bonanza Districts of what was then called the Cochetopa National Forest. Today the cabin is a comfortable getaway for guests seeking relaxation and recreation in south central Colorado.

Number of accommodations: 1

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2026 (Current year)

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001, Loop: BREWERY CREEK

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Site Details

Up to 9 guests
Shade
Surface: Gravel
Driveway entry: Pull-Through
Campfire
Pet Friendly
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Reviews (23)

What Guests Are Saying

Brewery Creek Guard Station offers a lovely, secluded retreat with beautiful views and nearby hiking trails. The cabin is clean, well-stocked, and equipped with propane appliances, though some guests found them tricky to use. Overall, visitors enjoyed the tranquility and comfort, expressing a desire to return despite minor challenges like fishing conditions.

Review Summary

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Lise B

Verified

November 26, 2024 Stayed at: 001, Loop: BREWERY CREEK

4

Lovely spot! Using the propane appliances can be tricky but we figured it out. We didn't see another soul all weekend. Beds were reasonably comfortable. We would return.

Lise B

Verified

November 26, 2024 Stayed at: 001, Loop: BREWERY CREEK

4

Lovely spot! Using the propane appliances can be tricky but we figured it out. We didn't see another soul all weekend. Beds were reasonably comfortable. We would return.

Deanna A

Verified

August 30, 2024 Stayed at: 001, Loop: BREWERY CREEK

5

The view from the cabin was beautiful and I was pleased to find hiking trails nearby. The cabin was clean and well stocked and the occasional deer visited. In case anyone else is "lock challenged", the trick is to push down on silver loop toward brass base to release.

Deanna A

Verified

August 30, 2024 Stayed at: 001, Loop: BREWERY CREEK

5

The view from the cabin was beautiful and I was pleased to find hiking trails nearby. The cabin was clean and well stocked and the occasional deer visited. In case anyone else is "lock challenged", the trick is to push down on silver loop toward brass base to release.

Jane C

Verified

July 13, 2024 Stayed at: 001, Loop: BREWERY CREEK

4

The cabin is very well equipped with propane fridge, stove, lights and heat. There are neighboring homes in site but you can still enjoy the peace and quiet of a getaway in the woods here. Bring tick spray for summer hikes. There is plenty of wood in the area for camp fires. Pack an ax and saw. Great access to hiking, mountain biking and jeep trails.

Jane C

Verified

July 13, 2024 Stayed at: 001, Loop: BREWERY CREEK

4

The cabin is very well equipped with propane fridge, stove, lights and heat. There are neighboring homes in site but you can still enjoy the peace and quiet of a getaway in the woods here. Bring tick spray for summer hikes. There is plenty of wood in the area for camp fires. Pack an ax and saw. Great access to hiking, mountain biking and jeep trails.

Kiersten F

Verified

June 3, 2024 Stayed at: 001, Loop: BREWERY CREEK

5

Fantastic little cabin with all the amenities you could want for a rustic getaway. Fishing didn’t work out for us; we didn’t see any fish at all and the beaver ponds that used to be below the cabin are washed away. I would think the fishing used to be great, but alas, not this time. Clean and comfortable, more so than expected! Quiet, very quiet, with no one seen or heard besides us. Views of the mountain up the valley are spectacular. Definitely going to try to come back.

Kiersten F

Verified

June 3, 2024 Stayed at: 001, Loop: BREWERY CREEK

5

Fantastic little cabin with all the amenities you could want for a rustic getaway. Fishing didn’t work out for us; we didn’t see any fish at all and the beaver ponds that used to be below the cabin are washed away. I would think the fishing used to be great, but alas, not this time. Clean and comfortable, more so than expected! Quiet, very quiet, with no one seen or heard besides us. Views of the mountain up the valley are spectacular. Definitely going to try to come back.

Michal K

Verified

October 4, 2023 Stayed at: 001, Loop: BREWERY CREEK

5

Clean, comfortable, and well-maintained. Having a sink to use was great. There are 3 houses within sight in the distance, but otherwise the cabin is private and secluded with nice views. The creek was low and the fish in it too small to bother, but we went up to Mosquito Lake and caught a rainbow trout (there were no mosquitos OR people at the lake). The previous reviews about the water pump aren't kidding. The first time I used it I enjoyed the workout. The second time wasn't fun anymore. The third time took 30 pumps just to get the water started and I gave up before our jug was full. If you are not fit and full of energy, you might consider bringing your own water.

Michal K

Verified

October 4, 2023 Stayed at: 001, Loop: BREWERY CREEK

5

Clean, comfortable, and well-maintained. Having a sink to use was great. There are 3 houses within sight in the distance, but otherwise the cabin is private and secluded with nice views. The creek was low and the fish in it too small to bother, but we went up to Mosquito Lake and caught a rainbow trout (there were no mosquitos OR people at the lake). The previous reviews about the water pump aren't kidding. The first time I used it I enjoyed the workout. The second time wasn't fun anymore. The third time took 30 pumps just to get the water started and I gave up before our jug was full. If you are not fit and full of energy, you might consider bringing your own water.

Location Brewery Creek Guard Station

Address:
46525 St Hwy 114
Saguache, CO, 81149
United States

Highway access

The Brewery Creek Guard Station is accessible via US Highway 285, which is approximately 15 miles east of the location.

Latitude & Longitude: 38.2878 / -106.168

Elevation: 2889 feet

Policies & Rules

Arrival & departure

  • Contact the Saguache Ranger District before arrival for any restrictions or conditions.
  • Use the combination lock for cabin entry as provided in your confirmation.

Safety & rules

  • The maximum stay is 14 days; a Forest Employee may check the cabin during your stay.
  • Keep at least two windows cracked open at all times to prevent carbon monoxide poisoning.
  • Cabins may be used for administrative purposes.
  • Firearms and skeet shooting are prohibited within 150 yards of the cabin.
  • Clean the guard station and lock the gate before leaving.
  • Pack out all garbage and food; do not burn trash in the fire pit.
  • Stay hydrated before and during your stay to prevent altitude sickness.
  • Expect thunderstorms in summer and cold temperatures in spring/fall; access may require snow equipment later in the season.

Pets

  • Pets are allowed but must be controlled and not on furniture.

Site types & loops

  • Livestock, including horses and llamas, are not allowed.
  • Smoking is not allowed at the guard station.

Utilities

  • Water is available at the guard station by hand pump and at the Ranger District office during business hours from Memorial Day to November.

Amenities

  • The Guard Station has no electricity or cell phone service.

Wildlife & food storage

  • Food and trash must not be left outside due to wildlife.

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Last updated: June 4, 2026

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