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Alpine Ranger Station is located near Gunnison, Colorado, within the Grand Mesa, Uncompahgre, and Gunnison National Forest. The area features mountainous terrain with elevations that influence temperatures, ranging from lows in the 30s Fahrenheit during cooler months to highs in the 70s during warmer months. Nearby attractions include the Curecanti National Recreation Area and the Black Canyon of the Gunnison National Park, offering opportunities for hiking and exploring natural landscapes.

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Alpine Ranger Station is located in Colorado

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From Gunnison: Take US-50 west for approximately 35 miles. Turn left on Co. Rd 66 to FSR 867. Follow FSR 867 for approximately 20 miles to its junction with FSR 868. Turn right - Alpine Ranger Station will be 5 miles ahead on the right-hand side, a locked gate is at the entrance. County road 66 and FSR 867 are gravel roads with switchbacks that may be difficult to travel on when they are wet. From Lake City: From the Lake City Community school travel north on state highway 149 for approximately 11.1 miles. Just after a sign that says "National Forest Access Big Blue" turn left onto Forest Service Road 867 (listed as Alpine Road on Google Maps). Remain on FSR 867 until the junction with FSR 868, from there contiue straight on FSR 868. The cabin will be approximately 5 miles ahead on the right-hand side, a locked gate is at the entrance. County road 66, FSR 867, and FSR 868 are gravel roads with switchbacks that may be difficult to travel on when they are wet.

Address

216 N. Colorado Street
Gunnison, CO 81230

Coordinates

38.22608 N
107.38515 W

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