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| contractID |
NRSO |
| description |
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. |
| drivingDirection |
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. |
| facilitiesDescription |
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. |
| facility |
BLACKSMITH FORK GUARD STATION |
| facilityID |
130090 |
| fullReservationUrl |
http://www.reserveamerica.com/campsiteSearch.do?contractCode=NRSO&parkId=130090&cmp=39-32--joewils |
| importantInformation |
Call the Logan Ranger Station at (435) 755-3620 at least 3-days prior to a reserved visit, to confirm lock combination. Wheeled vehicle traffic access is allowed to Blacksmith Fork Guard Station from approximately April 15 to December 1. Snowmobile, snowshoe or cross-country ski travel is required December through mid-April. There is no drinking water available at the cabin. The nearest water source is Shenoah Picnic Area approximately 3 miles southeast along State Route 101. The area is also common for rattlesnakes. Firewood may not be available. |
| nearbyAttrctionDescription |
Hardware Ranch Wildlife Management Area is approximately 5-miles southeast along the main fork of the Blacksmith Fork River and State Route 101. |
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| orientationDescription |
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. |
| recreationDescription |
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. |