Propane to this facility has been turned off because of a propane leak. The propane appliances (refrigerator, cookstove, and lanterns) inside of the guard station are temporarily unavailable.
Blacksmith Fork Guard Station is located in the Cache National Forest, approximately 11 miles east of Hyrum, in northern Utah. The Guard Station was constructed by the Civilian Conservation Corps in 1934 as part of the New Deal Program. Early Forest Service stations were typically spaced a "days ride by horseback" from each other. The Uinta-Wasatch-Cache National Forests has decided to rent the cabin to the public so visitors can enjoy a rustic experience similar to that of early Forest Rangers and their families.
Facilities
The Guard Station complex can sleep 5 people inside the cabin and no more than 4 tents outside. There is also room for a small travel trailer in the driveway. No vehicles are permitted on the grass.
Natural Features
The small green and white cabin sits on the bank of the Left Hand Fork of the Blacksmith Fork River at an elevation of 5,400 feet. It is surrounded by box elder and oak trees with the steep canyon wall behind the cabin covered in Douglas fir trees.
Recreation
A variety of hiking, biking, horseback riding and off-road vehicle trails crisscross the surrounding area. The cabin is less than one mile from the Richards Hollow Trailhead and Friendship Campground.
Recreation Sites
Cabin Nonelectric
Overnight
Activities
Hunting
Horseback Riding
Hiking
Fishing
Camping
Biking
Amenities
Picnic Table
Clothes-Line
Fire Pit
Horse Stall/Corral
Bunkbeds(s) with mattresses
Cooking Pots
Cooking Utensils
Kitchen (No Water)
Oven
Propane Refridgerator
Vault Toilets
Wood Stove
Nearby Attractions
Hardware Ranch Wildlife Management Area is approximately 5-miles southeast along the main fork of the Blacksmith Fork River and State Route 101.
Getting Here
Latitude
41° 39' 33.0001" N
Longitude
111° 40' 27.9998" W
From Logan, Utah, drive south on US 89 for approximately 1 mile then merge left onto State Route 165. Travel south for about 5.8 miles then turn left onto State Route 101 and follow it east up Blacksmith Fork Canyon for approximately 9 miles. Turn left into Left Hand Fork Canyon and travel approximately 3 miles on the improved gravel road to the Guard Station.
Need to Know
Seasonal road is closed to wheeled vehicles from 12/1 through 4/15. Access is limited to over-snow vehicles during this time.
Call the Logan Ranger Station at (435) 755-3620 Monday-Friday 8:00 to 4:30, to confirm lock combination.
Check in 2:00 PM, check out 11:00 AM.
Please bring your own cleaning supplies! Sanitizing is the responsibility of those staying in the cabin.
There are no electrical, water, or sewer hookups available at this location.
There is no drinking water available at the cabin. The nearest water source is located in the city of Hyrum.
The area is common for rattlesnakes.
Firewood may not be available.
Restrooms are located along a Forest Service road and shared with other Forest users.
Forest Service Road 245 is open to all motorized uses during summer months. Traffic will include full sized vehicles, side by sides, off highway vehicles, four wheelers and motorcycles .
Contact Information
Mailing Address
1500 E Highway 89
Logan, UT 84321
Phone Number
For campground inquiries, please call: 435-755-3620
Blacksmith Fork Guard Station is located in the Cache National Forest, approximately 11 miles east of Hyrum, in northern Utah. The Guard Station was constructed by the Civilian Conservation Corps in 1934 as part of the New Deal Program. Early Forest Service stations were typically spaced a "days ride by horseback" from each other. The Uinta-Wasatch-Cache National Forests has decided to rent the cabin to the public so visitors can enjoy a rustic experience similar to that of early Forest Rangers and their families.
The Guard Station complex can sleep 5 people inside the cabin and no more than 4 tents outside. There is also room for a small travel trailer in the driveway. No vehicles are permitted on the grass.
Notifications and Alerts
Seasonal road is closed December 1st through April 15th. Motorized access to the Blacksmith Fork Guard Station is limited to over-snow vehicles during this time. The access gate at the winter trailhead is 45 inches in width.
Poor road conditions near our facility may cause slowdowns or traffic delays. Please consider these conditions when planning your travel.
Propane to this facility has been turned off because of a propane leak. The propane appliances (refrigerator, cookstove, and lanterns) inside of the guard station are temporarily unavailable.
Need to Know
Seasonal road is closed to wheeled vehicles from 12/1 through 4/15. Access is limited to over-snow vehicles during this time.
Call the Logan Ranger Station at (435) 755-3620 Monday-Friday 8:00 to 4:30, to confirm lock combination.
Check in 2:00 PM, check out 11:00 AM.
Please bring your own cleaning supplies! Sanitizing is the responsibility of those staying in the cabin.
There are no electrical, water, or sewer hookups available at this location.
There is no drinking water available at the cabin. The nearest water source is located in the city of Hyrum.
The area is common for rattlesnakes.
Firewood may not be available.
Restrooms are located along a Forest Service road and shared with other Forest users.
Forest Service Road 245 is open to all motorized uses during summer months. Traffic will include full sized vehicles, side by sides, off highway vehicles, four wheelers and motorcycles .
Natural Features
The small green and white cabin sits on the bank of the Left Hand Fork of the Blacksmith Fork River at an elevation of 5,400 feet. It is surrounded by box elder and oak trees with the steep canyon wall behind the cabin covered in Douglas fir trees.
Nearby Attractions
Hardware Ranch Wildlife Management Area is approximately 5-miles southeast along the main fork of the Blacksmith Fork River and State Route 101.
Recreation
A variety of hiking, biking, horseback riding and off-road vehicle trails crisscross the surrounding area. The cabin is less than one mile from the Richards Hollow Trailhead and Friendship Campground.
Contact Information
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1500 E Highway 89 Logan UT 84321
Phone Number
For campground inquiries, please call: 435-755-3620
From Logan, Utah, drive south on US 89 for approximately 1 mile then merge left onto State Route 165. Travel south for about 5.8 miles then turn left onto State Route 101 and follow it east up Blacksmith Fork Canyon for approximately 9 miles. Turn left into Left Hand Fork Canyon and travel approximately 3 miles on the improved gravel road to the Guard Station.
