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About this campground
Overview Carnero Guard Station is situated in a high open meadow surrounded by forest at an elevation of 9,840 feet. The high-elevation cabin is located in the north-central area of the San Luis Valley in the Rio Grande National Forest. The guard station was first proposed in 1907 by the Cochetopa National Forest, and was originally named the John Smith Ranger Station after a homesteader who built a cabin near the site, but never filed on the land. Construction on the cabin began in 1908 and t
Carnero Guard Station FAQ
Can I bring an RV to Carnero Guard Station?
Carnero Guard Station is not listed as accepting RVs. It may be tent-only or have access limits, so check before you go or see the nearby RV campgrounds listed on this page.
Can I reserve a campsite at Carnero Guard Station?
Yes. Campsites at Carnero Guard Station can be reserved through Recreation.gov. View it on Recreation.gov.
Where is Carnero Guard Station located?
Carnero Guard Station is in Saguache, Colorado, at 46525 St Hwy 114. GPS coordinates: 37.98833, -106.42417. Get directions.
What can you do at Carnero Guard Station?
Activities at and around the campground include Biking, Camping, Fishing, Hiking, Hunting, Winter Sports, Wildlife Viewing.
How do I contact Carnero Guard Station?
You can call 719-655-2547. They can confirm site availability, hookups, length limits and current conditions.