Aquarius Ranger Station
Currently closed for the season. Reservations open for stays beginning May 22, 2026. The cabin operates mid-May through September when potable water systems are active.
Flood Watch issued July 21 at 5:13PM MDT until July 22 at 3:00AM 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, Eastern Juab/Millard Counties, San Rafael Swell, Sanpete Valley, Sevier Valley, Wasatch Plateau/Book Cliffs, Western Millard and Juab Counties, Bryce Canyon Country, Capitol Reef National Park and Vicinity, Glen Canyon Recreation Area/Lake Powell, South Central Utah, Southern Mountains, Upper Sevier River Valleys, Western Canyonlands, Lower Washington County, Southwest Utah and Zion National Park. * WHEN...Until 3 AM MDT Wednesday. * IMPACTS...Excessive rainfall may result in flooding of slot canyons, normally dry washes, slick rock areas, recent burn scars including Forsyth, France Canyon, Cottonwood, Silver King, and Monroe Canyon, and other low-lying and flood-prone locations. Flooding may occur in poor drainage and urban areas. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS... - http://www.weather.gov/safety/flood
Special Weather Statement issued July 21 at 7:53PM MDT by NWS Salt Lake City UT
At 752 PM MDT, Doppler radar was tracking decaying thunderstorms along a line extending from 21 miles east of Green River to 7 miles northwest of Hite Marina. These storms will be capable of producing gusty outflow winds far away from precipitation. Movement was northwest at 20 mph. HAZARD...Wind gusts of 50 to 55 mph. SOURCE...Radar indicated. IMPACT...Gusty winds could knock down tree limbs and blow around unsecured objects. Locations impacted include... Green River, Hanksville, Sunnyside, East Carbon, Goblin Valley, Elgin, and Woodside. This includes the following highways... Interstate 70 between mile markers 107 and 162. US Route 6 between mile markers 261 and 300. Utah Route 24 between mile markers 99 and 160. Utah Route 95 between mile markers 0 and 36. Utah Route 276 between mile markers 0 and 5.
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.
About
The Aquarius Guard Station is a historic two-room cabin built by the Civilian Conservation Corps in 1937 in Utah's Fishlake National Forest. Situated at 8,700 feet on the west side of Boulder Mountain, this former Forest Service station offers rustic accommodations for up to 4 guests inside (one double bed and one bunk bed set), with space for 16 additional campers in tents or self-contained RVs on the grounds. The cabin features a propane cook stove with oven, wood heating stove, hot water heater, and solar lighting. Basic cookware is provided but guests should bring their own linens and supplies. Potable water is available from a hand pump inside the cabin and at an outdoor hydrant during the operating season. A vault toilet, campfire circle, and picnic tables are located adjacent to the cabin. Pine Creek Reservoir lies less than a mile away offering brook trout fishing. The Great Western Trail passes alongside the station, providing access for hiking, mountain biking, and horseback riding. Boulder Mountain's 50,000+ acres of forests and lake-studded meadows offer extensive exploration, with Capitol Reef National Park on its eastern edge.
Directions
From Loa, travel south on the paved county road for about 2 miles. Turn south on Forest Road 154 (Big Rocks Road) and travel about 8 miles. Turn left on Forest Road 178 and travel about 5 miles, then turn left onto Aquarius Ranger Station Road and travel approximately 0.25 miles to the cabin.
Amenities
| Water | Yes |
| Fires Allowed | Yes |
| Toilets | Yes |
| Dump Station | No |
| Wifi | No |
| Pets Allowed | No |
| Showers | No |
| Electric Hookups | — |
| Water Hookups | — |
| Sewer Hookups | — |
| Camp Store | No |
| Price | $90 |
Vehicle
| Max RV Length | — |
| Max Trailer Length | — |
| Big Rig Friendly | — |
| Pull Through Sites | No |
Contact
| Phone | +1 (435) 836-2811 |
Cell Service
| AT&T | Yes |
| Verizon | Yes |
| T-Mobile | Yes |
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