ALDER GUARD STATION
Overview 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. Recreation The Alder Bench trailhead is located north of the guard station on Forest Road 610. In the past, this trail was used
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ALDER GUARD STATION is located at 37.7044, -106.6467.
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