About Carnero Guard Station
Number of accommodations: 1
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Hiking
Seasonal information
2026 Season availability
001, Loop: CARNERO
Site Details
Reviews (39)
What Guests Are Saying
Carnero Guard Station is praised for its stunning natural beauty, privacy, and peaceful atmosphere, making it a favorite retreat for many visitors. Guests appreciate the cleanliness and overall condition of the cabin, with positive feedback on recent improvements like the new porch roof and ADA ramp. While some minor issues were noted, such as missing trash bags and non-functional appliances, the overall experience is described as relaxing and enjoyable, with commendations for the attentive service from the ranger.
What Guests Are Saying
Carnero Guard Station is praised for its stunning natural beauty, privacy, and peaceful atmosphere, making it a favorite retreat for many visitors. Guests appreciate the cleanliness and overall condition of the cabin, with positive feedback on recent improvements like the new porch roof and ADA ramp. While some minor issues were noted, such as missing trash bags and non-functional appliances, the overall experience is described as relaxing and enjoyable, with commendations for the attentive service from the ranger.
Review Summary
Christine K
VerifiedNovember 22, 2025 • Stayed at: 001, Loop: CARNERO
Might be our favorite place to escape now!! Shhhh don’t tell
Christine K
VerifiedNovember 22, 2025 • Stayed at: 001, Loop: CARNERO
Might be our favorite place to escape now!! Shhhh don’t tell
RODNEY H
VerifiedOctober 22, 2025 • Stayed at: 001, Loop: CARNERO
4th time here and it was fantastic! Aspens were gorgeous and weather was prime. We did miss the horses though. The Saguache Ranger visited us and provided supplies of TP and paper towels. He came back the next day and supplied the cabin with a separate outhouse broom. The dining/kitchen front room propane wall heater did not function but it was not needed. The new front porch roof/ADA ramp was a great addition to the cabin! Hats off to Ranger Matthew for going above and beyond! What a relaxing and peaceful little piece of heaven...Carnero Guard Station.
RODNEY H
VerifiedOctober 22, 2025 • Stayed at: 001, Loop: CARNERO
4th time here and it was fantastic! Aspens were gorgeous and weather was prime. We did miss the horses though. The Saguache Ranger visited us and provided supplies of TP and paper towels. He came back the next day and supplied the cabin with a separate outhouse broom. The dining/kitchen front room propane wall heater did not function but it was not needed. The new front porch roof/ADA ramp was a great addition to the cabin! Hats off to Ranger Matthew for going above and beyond! What a relaxing and peaceful little piece of heaven...Carnero Guard Station.
Christine K
VerifiedOctober 2, 2025 • Stayed at: 001, Loop: CARNERO
This cabin is our favorite in the area. Perfectly relaxing more of a house than an old fashioned cabin. The nightlight in the outhouse is also wonderful!!
Christine K
VerifiedOctober 2, 2025 • Stayed at: 001, Loop: CARNERO
This cabin is our favorite in the area. Perfectly relaxing more of a house than an old fashioned cabin. The nightlight in the outhouse is also wonderful!!
Michal K
VerifiedJune 10, 2025 • Stayed at: 001, Loop: CARNERO
Had a lovely stay at this wonderful location. Absolute silence and seclusion. Didn't see another human the whole time we were there. The cabin is in good shape; clean and everything worked well except the carbon monoxide detector, which is dead, and the oven, which I couldn't manage to light (stove burners worked). The water pump was easy and water looked clean.
Michal K
VerifiedJune 10, 2025 • Stayed at: 001, Loop: CARNERO
Had a lovely stay at this wonderful location. Absolute silence and seclusion. Didn't see another human the whole time we were there. The cabin is in good shape; clean and everything worked well except the carbon monoxide detector, which is dead, and the oven, which I couldn't manage to light (stove burners worked). The water pump was easy and water looked clean.
Pamela N
VerifiedOctober 17, 2024 • Stayed at: 001, Loop: CARNERO
We had a great time as always at the cabin. We found it to be clean and in order, except there were no trash bags for the large trash can. There has always been trash bags so we didn't bring any. This was a big challenge, had I known they aren't provided any longer I would have been prepared.
Pamela N
VerifiedOctober 17, 2024 • Stayed at: 001, Loop: CARNERO
We had a great time as always at the cabin. We found it to be clean and in order, except there were no trash bags for the large trash can. There has always been trash bags so we didn't bring any. This was a big challenge, had I known they aren't provided any longer I would have been prepared.
Location Carnero Guard Station
Address:
46525 St Hwy 114
Saguache, CO, 81149
United States
Carnero Guard Station may be reached by traveling south on Highway 285 approximately 15 miles south of Saguache to the La Garita turnoff (Road G). In La Garita proceed west on County Road 41G for approximately 17 miles. Look for the cabin on the right.
NOTE: Forest Road 41G leading to the cabin is unimproved but may be traveled by passenger car, weather permitting. The cabin may also be accessed from Highway 114 west of Saguache, also on Forest Road 41G. During winter months, the cabin may be accessible only by snowmobile, skis or snowshoes.
Carnero Guard Station is accessed via Highway 285, approximately 15 miles north of La Garita, and is also reachable from Highway 114 west of Saguache.
Latitude & Longitude: 37.9883 / -106.424
Elevation: 2996 feet
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Last updated: June 4, 2026
