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Saguache Region

Encompassing much of the La Garita range, this region was ground zero for one of the largest volcanic eruptions known to man. Amazing geologic features all around and historical mining districts are here. The area is bordered by a vast section of public land managed by the Bureau of Land Management. 

The region begins near Poncha Pass on the north and extends west/southwest along the boundary with the Gunnison National Forest and the Continental Divide to the La Garita wilderness boundary. It then goes south to Hanson Mill, east to Penitente Canyon along the ranger district boundary and back north to Poncha Pass. 

General Information

Camping, hiking, climbing, backpacking, horseback riding, OHV riding and more activities are available. 

The region is managed by the Saguache Ranger District.

Recreation Sites

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Big Springs Picnic Area

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Picnicking Scenic Drives Off Highway Vehicles (OHV)
Big Springs Picnic area has 1 group site and 3 single sites--including picnic tables, restroom, and fire grates. Set in a small glade with a stream emerging from a rock wall, the site is a hidden gem…

Bonanza, CO

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Hiking Outdoor Science and Learning Off Highway Vehicles (OHV) Hunting, Fishing and Shooting Scenic Drives Picnicking
Bonanza boomed between 1880and 1888. Silver, copper, lead and zinc were found and 1,500 mining claims came into existence,. Soon 37 building flourished along plank walks lining both sides of Kerber…

Brewery Creek Guard Station Cabin

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Brewery Cabin is a one room structure with a kitchen, dining area, and bedroom. The cabin is equipped with three bunkbeds and propane powered refrigerator, stove, and heater. The cabin is situated…

Buffalo Pass Campground

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The campground is comprised of a single large loop, surrounded by a grass meadow in a Ponderosa Pine grove. There are 19 sites, 4 are pull-through. The sites are large and well-spaced with sites #16,…

Carnero Guard Station Cabin

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The cabin has two rooms including a combination kitchen/dining room and a bedroom with three bunk beds.  The kitchen includes a propane refrigerator, stove, and heat.   The cabin is easily…

Hansen Mill Dispersed Camping

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This small, isolated dispersed camping area is located 16.8 miles east of Creede on Forest Road 600. This is a horse Friendly campground with plenty of nearby grazing and room for trucks/trailers.…

La Garita Wilderness: Rio Grande

Hiking Horse Riding and Camping Climbing and Caving Hunting, Fishing and Shooting Outdoor Science and Learning
Congress designated the La Garita Wilderness in 1964 and it now has a total of 129,626 acres. La Garita means "the lookout" in Spanish, and this Wilderness amply deserves the name. From the summit of…

Luders Creek Campground

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The campground has 5 sites, 3 are pull through. There are 3 corrals for horses and other stock.  One restroom is located within the campground.  Attractions include big game hunting, other dirt…

Poso Campground

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The campground climbs up a hillside above the South Fork of Carnero Creek among Spruce and Aspen trees. There are 8 sites with picnic tables, fire rings and two vault toilets in the campground.…

Stone Cellar Campground

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The campground offers 6 campsites located in the wide-open fields of Saguache Park, offering spectacular views of the La Garita Mountains.  There is one restroom and each campsite has a fire ring…

Last updated March 29th, 2025