About Bassam Guard Station
Activities & Attractions
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Year-round
Hiking
Seasonal information
2026 Season availability
Campground Amenities
Most popular amenities
Parking
Picnic Table
Private Bathroom
Water Hookup
RV Utilities and Hookups
- Water Hookup
Cooking and Fire
- Picnic Table
- Firewood Available
Parking and Transport
- Parking
Cabin Interior
- Private Bathroom
- Toilet Type
- Private Shower
- Heating
001, Loop: BASSAM CABIN
- 8 guests
- Pet Friendly
Site Details
Reviews (52)
Review Summary
Jay H
VerifiedSeptember 10, 2026 • Stayed at: 001, Loop: BASSAM CABIN
Vault toilet was not cleaned well. Everything else was excellent!
John B
VerifiedJuly 10, 2026 • Stayed at: 001, Loop: BASSAM CABIN
as always a very relaxing enjoyable time.Would like to find other cabins like this.
Christin M
VerifiedDecember 16, 2025 • Stayed at: 001, Loop: BASSAM CABIN
Our very favorite and best Thanksgiving. Such a phenomenal, historical gem. We are so thankful for the program that made it possible to experience such a special place.
Christin M
VerifiedDecember 16, 2025 • Stayed at: 001, Loop: BASSAM CABIN
Our very favorite and best Thanksgiving. Such a phenomenal, historical gem. We are so thankful for the program that made it possible to experience such a special place.
Tomomi J
VerifiedJuly 8, 2025 • Stayed at: 001, Loop: BASSAM CABIN
Great little historic cabin retreat. It was clean and well maintained. There were a lot of mosquitoes so bring bug spray. The picnic table may need to be painted, we got splinters the first time we sat so never used it after that.
Tomomi J
VerifiedJuly 8, 2025 • Stayed at: 001, Loop: BASSAM CABIN
Great little historic cabin retreat. It was clean and well maintained. There were a lot of mosquitoes so bring bug spray. The picnic table may need to be painted, we got splinters the first time we sat so never used it after that.
Thomas B
VerifiedJune 15, 2025 • Stayed at: 001, Loop: BASSAM CABIN
Awesome little cabin and piece of history that our family enjoyed greatly. Everyone should be aware of how strained the USFS resources are, please take care of this gem! The future of places like this being available to rent depends on us using it responsibly and treating it respectfully.
Thomas B
VerifiedJune 15, 2025 • Stayed at: 001, Loop: BASSAM CABIN
Awesome little cabin and piece of history that our family enjoyed greatly. Everyone should be aware of how strained the USFS resources are, please take care of this gem! The future of places like this being available to rent depends on us using it responsibly and treating it respectfully.
James R
VerifiedNovember 25, 2024 • Stayed at: 001, Loop: BASSAM CABIN
Turn the door knob all the way clockwise to lock the latch into the door jamb, and then all the way counter clockwise to open it. Stove works good; leave door open when cooking or carbon monoxide in cabin will rise (I had a CO2 reader that began rising when I cooked). Climbing the hill to the West gives you a wonderful view. I know from past experience the wildflowers in early August are gorgeous; so are the aspens in the first week of October.
James R
VerifiedNovember 25, 2024 • Stayed at: 001, Loop: BASSAM CABIN
Turn the door knob all the way clockwise to lock the latch into the door jamb, and then all the way counter clockwise to open it. Stove works good; leave door open when cooking or carbon monoxide in cabin will rise (I had a CO2 reader that began rising when I cooked). Climbing the hill to the West gives you a wonderful view. I know from past experience the wildflowers in early August are gorgeous; so are the aspens in the first week of October.
Location & Directions for Bassam Guard Station
Salida Ranger District Office, Salida, CO 81201 United States
Elevation: 2,967 ft
Getting There
From Salida travel north on Highway 285 to the junction with Highways 24/285 near Johnson's Village. Turn right onto Hwys 24/285, passing through Johnson's Village. Stay on this highway for 5 mi, then watch for a sign on the left for County Road 3...
From Salida travel north on Highway 285 to the junction with Highways 24/285 near Johnson's Village. Turn right onto Hwys 24/285, passing through Johnson's Village. Stay on this highway for 5 mi, then watch for a sign on the left for County Road 307 (next to private property with railroad items on display). Turn right onto CR 307 and travel for 1.5 mi to the junction with CR 187. Turn right onto CR 187 and travel south for 7 mi to the intersection with CR 186. Turn left on CR 186 and travel southeast for .10 mi. Watch for a two-track road on the left(186 A). This road will take you to the gated entrance to the cabin. Roads may be slippery and muddy after rain or snow, drive with caution.
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Last updated: October 7, 2026
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