Alder Guard Station is located 2 miles north of the town of South Fork along Alder Creek in the Rio Grande National Forest. The guard station was constructed in 1910 and was the residence and office for the local ranger district. Today the historic cabin is a comfortable getaway for guests seeking relaxation and recreation in south central Colorado. Visitors may reserve the cabin for a maximum of five nights to allow others the opportunity to rent the cabin.
From South Fork, Colorado: Travel approximately .5 miles on Highway 149 towards Creede. After crossing the Rio Grande River bridge, turn east (right) on County Road 15 (North River Road) and go approximately 1 mile to Forest Road 610. Turn north (left) on Forest Road 610 and go 2 miles. Alder Guard Station is on the left less than 50 yards from Forest Road 610.
The combination to the cabin is provided in your confirmation letter. If you have any questions, please call the Divide Ranger District at (719) 657-3321. Office hours are 8 a.m.- 4:30 p.m., Monday- Friday. Pets are only allowed outside the guard station; please clean up after your pet Do not leave food or trash outside the guard station; bears have been spotted in the area All garbage and food must be packed out; do not burn garbage in the fire pit or wood stove Do not place tents or vehicles on the lawn The guard station is a no-smoking facility Please clean guard station upon departure Make sure guard station is locked upon departure Horses are restricted to the corral area near the barn; only weed free hay/feed for the horses - no grazing allowed; if you bring horses, please contact the District office at (719) 657-3321 Forest Service employees use the horse pasture adjacent to the guard station for official duties Learn more about the Rio Grande National Forest. Don't Move Firewood: Prevent the spread of tree-killing organisms by obtaining firewood at or near your destination and burning it on-site. For more information visit dontmovefirewood.org.
