Seely Creek Guard Station
Closed for the season. The guard station typically opens late June through October. Snow makes the cabin inaccessible to wheeled vehicles during winter months; winter access requires snowmobiles. Reservations are available through Recreation.gov. Guests must call the ranger office at least 3 days prior to arrival to obtain the cabin key code.
Flood Watch issued September 16 at 11:13AM MDT until September 18 at 12:00AM MDT by NWS Salt Lake City UT
* WHAT...Flash flooding caused by excessive rainfall continues to be possible. * WHERE...A portion of Utah, including the following areas, Castle Country, Central Mountains and Wasatch Plateau/Book Cliffs. * WHEN...Through Thursday evening. * IMPACTS...Excessive runoff may result in flooding of rivers, creeks, streams, dry washes, slot canyons, and other low-lying and flood-prone locations such as slickrock areas and recent burn scars. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS... - Several rounds of thunderstorms may bring heavy rainfall to the area starting this afternoon through this evening, with another round Thursday afternoon through Thursday evening. Also, overnight tonight, a more widespread area of light to moderate rainfall will move through, helping to the keep the area saturated and more easily prone to flooding. - http://www.weather.gov/safety/flood
Weed Free Hay Order 04-2021-03
Prohibited by this order: Possessing, storing, or transporting non-pelletized hay, straw, or mulch in the Intermountain Region, unless it is certified as weed free by the state where the product originated.
Fireworks and Spark Arrestor Order 04-2021-01
Prohibited by this order: Possessing, discharging, or using any kind of firework or other pyrotechnic device. 36 CFR §261.52(t)Operating or using any internal or external combustion engine without a spark arresting device properly installed, maintained and in effective working order as described…
About
Seely Creek Guard Station is a rustic historic cabin built in 1908, listed on the National Register of Historic Places, and located near the top of the Wasatch Plateau within the Manti-La Sal National Forest. The cabin sits in a beautiful wildflower-filled meadow at approximately 10,000 feet elevation, with Seely Creek flowing along the meadow's edge. The spacious interior features four single bunks without mattresses, a table and chairs, and both a fireplace and woodstove for heating. Solar-powered lighting is available but guests must bring their own water, linens, and bedding. The guard station accommodates a maximum of 30 people total: 6 inside the cabin and up to 24 camping outside in a maximum of six vehicles. A vault toilet is located approximately 50 feet behind the cabin, and a campfire ring is set up outside the fenced area on the north side. Horseback riders may bring up to 20 horses, though no corrals or hitching posts are provided; the surrounding meadow can be used for picketing or hobbling. Skyline Drive runs along the ridge just above the cabin, providing access to over 60 miles of trails for off-road vehicles, mountain biking, and hiking. In winter, the area becomes popular for snowmobiling, cross-country skiing, backcountry skiing, and snowshoeing. John August Lake is less than three miles away for fishing and alpine scenery. Due to the high elevation, guests should be prepared for all types of weather including snow or hail, especially after September.
Directions
From Ephraim, head east on Center Street for 0.4 miles, then south on S 300 E (Ephraim Canyon Road) for 1.1 miles. Bear east on Ephraim Canyon Road/State Route 29 and continue approximately 14.2 miles to the top of the plateau. At Skyline Drive (FR 0150), head south briefly, then turn east/northeast at FR 2326 for 0.09 miles until it becomes FR 0050, the road to Seely Creek Guard Station. The road dead-ends at the cabin in approximately 0.26 miles. The last mile through the meadow often requires 4WD or high clearance when wet.
Amenities
| Water | No |
| Fires Allowed | Yes |
| Toilets | Yes |
| Dump Station | No |
| Wifi | No |
| Pets Allowed | — |
| Showers | No |
| Electric Hookups | — |
| Water Hookups | — |
| Sewer Hookups | — |
| Camp Store | No |
| Price | $50 |
Vehicle
| Max RV Length | — |
| Max Trailer Length | — |
| Big Rig Friendly | No |
| Pull Through Sites | No |
Contact
| r4_m-l_ferron@fs.fed.us | |
| Phone | +1 (435) 384-2372 |
Cell Service
| AT&T | Yes |
| Verizon | None |
| T-Mobile | None |
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