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Buckhorn Ranger Station

Arapaho and Roosevelt National Forests, Arapaho & Roosevelt National Forests Pawnee NG, Colorado

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As of September 2026, Buckhorn Ranger Station is a campground in Arapaho and Roosevelt National Forests, Colorado with 3 campsites. Buckhorn Ranger Station is booked through Recreation.gov.

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Buckhorn Ranger Station is located at 40.5808° N, 105.4686° W.

people allowed on 2 of 3 sites: 4
people allowed on the largest site: 6

Buckhorn Ranger Station reservations and next available dates

September 2026

October 2026

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Next Available Dates

Sep 30 (3 sites)Oct 3 (1 site)Oct 4 (1 site)

3 sites open on Sep 30 at Buckhorn Ranger Station. Book one now, or pick your dates above and get an alert when a site opens.

As of 29 September 2026, 15:10 UTC.

Stay and booking rules

Maximum consecutive stay: 14 consecutive nights
Minimum stay: 2 consecutive nights

Published by Recreation.gov for Buckhorn Ranger Station, read on September 30, 2026.

Campsites at Buckhorn Ranger Station

Cabin 3
Accessible 1

Amenities

restrooms
showers
potable water

At a glance: Setting: Mountain.

Things to do: hiking, wildlife, photography, offroad, horse riding.

All sites at Buckhorn Ranger Station, as listed by Recreation.gov

Every site is in the Buckhorn loop.

Site	Type	Sleeps	Access
Buckhorn Assistant Ranger Cabin (0502)	Cabin	4	-
Buckhorn Bunkhouse (0503)	Cabin	4	Accessible
Buckhorn Ranger Cabin (Fullen Kamp)	Cabin	6	-

About Buckhorn Ranger Station

Overview

The Buckhorn Ranger Station has three cabins, an office and large garage. In August 2022, the Buckhorn Ranger Station was listed in the National Register of Historic Places. The Buckhorn Ranger Cabin was built in 1933 by the Civilian Conservation Corps.

Guests need to bring bedding, including pillows, blankets and/or sleeping bags, as well as towels, toiletry items, and food and beverages. Cooking pots, table and chairs, dishes, and utensils are provided.

The Ranger Cabin is a fully-furnished two-bedroom cabin with indoor plumbing and electricity. It can accommodate up to six people and has two single beds in one bedroom, a queen bed in the second bedroom and a futon in the living room. The cabin is also equipped with a woodstove. The kitchen has running water, a stove and oven, refrigerator, microwave, and toaster.

The Assistant Ranger Cabin is a one-bedroom cabin with two twin beds and a futon in the living room. The cabin has a propane heater, a full kitchen with gas stove and refrigerator, and a bathroom with shower.

The Bunkhouse is an efficiency cabin that is planned to be wheelchair accessible. It has a kitchen with eating area and a small living room/bedroom area.

Recreation

Danner Hill Trail (AKA Donner Pass Trail) is located just north of the site and heads to the south towards Lookout Mountain. Forest Road 100 (West White Pine Road) heads north of the site to the original location of the West White Pine Fire Lookout that was relocated by helicopter to Fort Collins, Colorado.

The area is popular for biking, hiking, OHV and motorized riding, hunting, and scenic drives.

Facilities

Beyond the specific cabin details above, the overall facility has a two fire pits, a horseshoe court and charcoal grills.

Natural Features

The Buckhorn Ranger Station is located on a large broad open terrace in the narrow Buckhorn Canyon just off Box Elder Creek, a tributary of Buckhorn Creek. West and East White Pine Mountains are located to the north, Lookout Mountain and Crystal Mountain are located to the south and Pingree Pass and the Mummy Range are located to the west.

Nearby Attractions

The Golden Eagle Disc Golf Course is locate just across Larimer County Road 44H.

Rules and notices at Buckhorn Ranger Station

Recreation.gov does not date these notices. We last read them on September 30, 2026. Check Buckhorn Ranger Station on Recreation.gov

Notices from Recreation.gov

The cabins remain locked, and a combination will be provided upon booking. You can also call the Forest Service office at 970-295-6600, 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. MST, Monday through Friday, to obtain a combination code.

Elevation can pose a hazard; learn more about altitude illness

The nearest services are an hour or more away in Fort Collins or Loveland

Pets (including dogs) and livestock are not allowed at the cabins.

The number of guests is limited; additional camping on-site is prohibited.

Click here to learn more about the Arapaho and Roosevelt National Forests and Pawnee National Grassland.

This is black bear country. Dispose of waste properly in a bear proof dumpster outside and provided trash cans inside the cabin.

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Buckhorn Ranger Station FAQ

How hard is it to get a campsite at Buckhorn Ranger Station?

Buckhorn Ranger Station is rated "Hard to Book" based on historical demand. This campground is popular and often books out weeks in advance. Your best strategy is to monitor cancellations.

How do I find last-minute availability at Buckhorn Ranger Station?

Cancellations happen frequently at Buckhorn Ranger Station, especially 1-2 weeks before check-in dates. PermitSnag monitors availability 24/7 and sends instant alerts when sites open up due to cancellations. This is often the best way to snag popular campsites.

How many campsites does Buckhorn Ranger Station have?

Buckhorn Ranger Station has 3 campsites.