About Brewery Creek Guard Station
Number of accommodations: 1
Seasonal information
2026 Season availability
001, Loop: BREWERY CREEK
Site Details
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.
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
Lise B
VerifiedNovember 26, 2024 • Stayed at: 001, Loop: BREWERY CREEK
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
VerifiedNovember 26, 2024 • Stayed at: 001, Loop: BREWERY CREEK
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
VerifiedAugust 30, 2024 • Stayed at: 001, Loop: BREWERY CREEK
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
VerifiedAugust 30, 2024 • Stayed at: 001, Loop: BREWERY CREEK
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
VerifiedJuly 13, 2024 • Stayed at: 001, Loop: BREWERY CREEK
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
VerifiedJuly 13, 2024 • Stayed at: 001, Loop: BREWERY CREEK
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
VerifiedJune 3, 2024 • Stayed at: 001, Loop: BREWERY CREEK
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
VerifiedJune 3, 2024 • Stayed at: 001, Loop: BREWERY CREEK
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
VerifiedOctober 4, 2023 • Stayed at: 001, Loop: BREWERY CREEK
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
VerifiedOctober 4, 2023 • Stayed at: 001, Loop: BREWERY CREEK
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
From Saguache, go north on Hwy 285 for 15 miles to Villa Grove. Take the Bonanza turnoff, County Rd LL56, on the left 0.1 mile north of Villa Grove. Stay on LL56 about 13 miles west to the "Brewery Creek " sign and make a left turn, crossing a bridge. Travel on Forest Road #880 for 1.5 miles. There are 2 boundary gates before the cabin gate, one is for private property next to the Bonanza Ranch, and the second gate is the Bureau of Land Management / Forest boundary. The cabin gate is to the right of the road beyond the second gate.
Winter access may be limited to showshoes, skis or snowmobile. During the spring snow melt, March through mid May, hiking 1.5 miles may be the only option for accessing the cabin. Seasonal road closures may also be in effect, check conditions prior to your arrival.
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.
Nearby Campgrounds
Last updated: June 4, 2026