Can you reserve a site at Blacksmith Fork Guard Station?

Yes, Blacksmith Fork Guard Station is reservable through Recreation.gov.

What is the maximum RV length at Blacksmith Fork Guard Station?

30 ft. That is the longest vehicle the sites here are recorded as taking; individual sites may be shorter.

Are pets allowed at Blacksmith Fork Guard Station?

Yes, pets are allowed at Blacksmith Fork Guard Station.

Are campfires allowed at Blacksmith Fork Guard Station?

Campfires are allowed at Blacksmith Fork Guard Station. Check for a current fire restriction before you go.

Blacksmith Fork Guard Station, Utah — 1 site, fees and cancellation alerts

Overview

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.

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.

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.

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.

The facts

1 bookable site
Vehicles up to 30 ft
Up to 5 people per site
Loops: BLACKSMITH FORK GUARD STATION

Site types

1 Cabin Nonelectric

Amenities

Campfires allowed
Fire pits
Picnic tables
Shade
Pets allowed
Water hookups — not available

Not recorded upstream: electric hookups, sewer hookups, grills.

Book on Recreation.gov

1 campsite at Blacksmith Fork Guard Station

Check-in 2:00 PM · Check-out 11:00 AM

Site	Loop	Type	Entry	Surface	Water	Max rig	People
Blacksmith Fk GS	BLACKSMITH FORK GUARD STATION	Cabin Nonelectric	Back In	Gravel	Riverfront	30 ft	5	🐾

Getting there

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.

41.65917, -111.67444 · 41°39'33.0"N 111°40'28.0"W

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Typical weather

Typically 88°F in Jul, down to 32°F in Jan.

	Jan	Feb	Mar	Apr	May	Jun	Jul	Aug	Sep	Oct	Nov	Dec
High °F	32	37	48	57	67	78	88	87	76	61	45	34
Low °F	18	21	30	36	44	52	60	59	50	39	29	19
Precip in	1.8	1.6	2.2	2.3	2.4	1.3	0.6	0.7	1.3	1.8	1.4	1.6

1991–2020 averages from the nearest NOAA station, 8.9 mi away — not measured at the facility itself, and elevation can make a real difference over that distance.

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Common questions about Blacksmith Fork Guard Station

Can you reserve a site at Blacksmith Fork Guard Station?: Yes, Blacksmith Fork Guard Station is reservable through Recreation.gov.
How many campsites does Blacksmith Fork Guard Station have?: 1 site.
What is the maximum RV length at Blacksmith Fork Guard Station?: 30 ft. That is the longest vehicle the sites here are recorded as taking; individual sites may be shorter.
Are pets allowed at Blacksmith Fork Guard Station?: Yes, pets are allowed at Blacksmith Fork Guard Station.
Does Blacksmith Fork Guard Station have hookups?: No hookups are recorded here.
Are campfires allowed at Blacksmith Fork Guard Station?: Campfires are allowed at Blacksmith Fork Guard Station. Check for a current fire restriction before you go.

Camping near Blacksmith Fork Guard Station

Friendship Campground 0.5 mi · Campground · we watch it
Spring Campground (UT) 1.1 mi · Campground · we watch it
Pioneer Campground (UT) 2.3 mi · Campground · we watch it
Shenoah Picnic Area 2.4 mi · Campground · we watch it
Spring Hollow Campground 6.8 mi · Campground · we watch it
Bridger Campground 6.9 mi · Campground · we watch it
Dewitt Picnic Area 7 mi · Campground · we watch it
Guinavah 7.2 mi · Campground · we watch it
Card Picnic Area 7.3 mi · Campground · we watch it
Chokecherry Picnic Area 7.7 mi · Campground · we watch it
Preston Valley Campground 8 mi · Campground · we watch it
Blacksmith Fork Cabin less than 0.1 mi · Campground

Contact

Recreation.gov last updated this record on 2026-07-28.

Blacksmith Fork Guard Station