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
Joseph B
VerifiedAugust 21, 2023 • Stayed at: 001, Loop: BREWERY CREEK
The new water pump is hard to use so the experience at the cabin is more difficult than it was in the past.
Joseph B
VerifiedAugust 21, 2023 • Stayed at: 001, Loop: BREWERY CREEK
The new water pump is hard to use so the experience at the cabin is more difficult than it was in the past.
Thomas D
VerifiedAugust 25, 2022 • Stayed at: 001, Loop: BREWERY CREEK
Really great cabin layout. Interesting area history with all the mines. The pitcher pump required some effort, but the water arrived and was pure.
Thomas D
VerifiedAugust 25, 2022 • Stayed at: 001, Loop: BREWERY CREEK
Really great cabin layout. Interesting area history with all the mines. The pitcher pump required some effort, but the water arrived and was pure.
Robert M
VerifiedNovember 7, 2021 • Stayed at: 001, Loop: BREWERY CREEK
Very quiet. It's nothing fancy, but just what I was looking for to unplug for a few days.
Robert M
VerifiedNovember 7, 2021 • Stayed at: 001, Loop: BREWERY CREEK
Very quiet. It's nothing fancy, but just what I was looking for to unplug for a few days.
RODNEY H
VerifiedOctober 18, 2021 • Stayed at: 001, Loop: BREWERY CREEK
Beautiful and quiet. Warm cabin, comfy mattress, great hiking and easy access. Arrival did have some issues; gate combination worked fine. The cabin door combination did not work. Had to drive 30 miles to Saguache Ranger District office and get emergency contact number for guidance. District Ranger Richard responded almost immediately after receiving my message that we could not get into the cabin. Richard went above and beyond and contacted the District Supervisor who authorized Richard to provide us the master lock key. No easy feat as it was a three day holiday weekend. Returning back to the cabin after dark (8pm) the key worked just fine. Except for the 60 mile roundtrip inconvenience and arrival in the dark, we had a wonderful experience. Richard is to be applauded for his stellar attention to helping us on a Friday evening after hours. We used candles and lanterns rather than using the propane wall mounted lights. The propane stove and wall heater were great; just remember to crack open two windows. Highly recommend this cabin and will return again!
RODNEY H
VerifiedOctober 18, 2021 • Stayed at: 001, Loop: BREWERY CREEK
Beautiful and quiet. Warm cabin, comfy mattress, great hiking and easy access. Arrival did have some issues; gate combination worked fine. The cabin door combination did not work. Had to drive 30 miles to Saguache Ranger District office and get emergency contact number for guidance. District Ranger Richard responded almost immediately after receiving my message that we could not get into the cabin. Richard went above and beyond and contacted the District Supervisor who authorized Richard to provide us the master lock key. No easy feat as it was a three day holiday weekend. Returning back to the cabin after dark (8pm) the key worked just fine. Except for the 60 mile roundtrip inconvenience and arrival in the dark, we had a wonderful experience. Richard is to be applauded for his stellar attention to helping us on a Friday evening after hours. We used candles and lanterns rather than using the propane wall mounted lights. The propane stove and wall heater were great; just remember to crack open two windows. Highly recommend this cabin and will return again!
Adam D
VerifiedJanuary 25, 2020 • Stayed at: 001, Loop: BREWERY CREEK
Nice cabin, very rustic. Pit toilet was clean and smelled better than most; it's well ventilated. Location and drive is awesome, but does get kinda cold that high up in early November. View on the drive in is awesome. Easy to find on well maintained, county dirt roads. Last little bit is a two track but most passenger cars ought to be able to make it.
Adam D
VerifiedJanuary 25, 2020 • Stayed at: 001, Loop: BREWERY CREEK
Nice cabin, very rustic. Pit toilet was clean and smelled better than most; it's well ventilated. Location and drive is awesome, but does get kinda cold that high up in early November. View on the drive in is awesome. Easy to find on well maintained, county dirt roads. Last little bit is a two track but most passenger cars ought to be able to make it.
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