Colton Guard Station
Ashley National Forest
Colton Guard Station in Utah takes campsite reservations through Recreation.gov. Popular campgrounds like this often book out months ahead, but sites reopen whenever a camper cancels. Set a free CampSage cancellation alert and we'll email you the moment one frees up.
Colton Guard Station is located in the Colton Hollow area, approximately 5 miles west of U.S. Highway 191. It is near Vernal, Utah, in the Ashley National Forest. The Civilian Conservation Corps built the complex in 1933 as part of Franklin D. Roosevelt's New Deal instituted during the Great Depression. It was a residence for rangers who patrolled the forest on horseback prior to the age of modern vehicles. The Ashle
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We watch the next 60 days closely — that's where cancellations show up. recreation.gov takes bookings out to about April 2027, so there may be 2+ night stays past our window.
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❓ Colton Guard Station FAQ
How do I reserve a campsite at Colton Guard Station?
Colton Guard Station in Utah takes campsite reservations through Recreation.gov. On this page, use the “Book / check availability” button to open the live booking page, see which dates are free, and reserve your site.
How can I get a spot at Colton Guard Station when it's fully booked?
Popular campgrounds like Colton Guard Station often fill months ahead, but campers cancel every day and those sites reopen for booking. Add your email to the alert on this page and CampSage will start watching Colton Guard Station and email you free the moment a cancellation opens up.
Is Colton Guard Station a good campground?
Colton Guard Station holds an average rating of 4.0/5 from 19 camper ratings on Recreation.gov. The full star breakdown is shown above.
Is there cell service at Colton Guard Station?
Of the carriers campers have reported on at Colton Guard Station, T-Mobile rates highest at 1.7 out of 5 from 6 reports. See the carrier-by-carrier breakdown above — service can still vary by campsite, terrain, and weather.
Where is Colton Guard Station located?
Colton Guard Station is located in Flaming Gorge, Utah. Tap “Directions” above for driving directions, or see nearby campgrounds lower on this page.
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