Diamond Fork Guard Station

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Open for reservations. The spring blackout period (March 1 through April 15) has ended. Reservations are made directly through the Spanish Fork Ranger District at 801-798-3571. Next blackout period begins November 1 when gates close for winter.

Hydrologic Outlook issued October 8 at 3:13PM MDT by NWS Salt Lake City UT

October 8th, 3:13 PM — 6:00 PM

ESFSLC The remnants of Tropical Storm Rachel will merge with a fall-like storm system over the western United States, bringing moderate to heavy rainfall and a resulting threat of flooding. Widespread rainfall of 1 to 3 inches is expected, locally in excess of 3 inches, particularly across south aspects of southern Utah mountains, between late Saturday and Monday morning. Expect many area waterways including streams, rivers, normally dry washes, creeks, and slot canyons to have rising, fast flows by Sunday evening. Current forecasts do not bring any rivers to flood stage, but this will be monitored as the fine details of heavy rain bands become more confident. Those with activities near rivers, streams, creeks and recent burn scars should closely monitor the forecast over the next several days. Those with outdoor plans Sunday onward that include any travel near waterways across Utah should consider alternate plans. Scattered showers and thunderstorms will remain possible through at least Wednesday. While the rainfall rates with these additional rounds of precipitation will generally be lower, areas that receive significant precipitation during the weekend will be extra sensitive to any additional rainfall.

Uinta-Wasatch-Cache National Forest

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.

Uinta-Wasatch-Cache National Forest

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

Diamond Fork Guard Station is a historic USFS cabin built in 1933, nestled in Diamond Fork Canyon approximately 26 miles from Spanish Fork, Utah. This rustic rental offers an authentic backcountry lodging experience in the Uinta-Wasatch-Cache National Forest with beds for 6 adults, a wood-burning stove for heat, a cooking stove, and a kitchen area with a dry sink. The cabin operates year-round with blackout periods from November 1 to December 15 and March 1 to April 15 when gates are closed due to snow access issues. A propane heater is available during winter months (December 15 through March 1). Guests must bring all water, firewood, toilet paper, flashlights, cooking supplies, and sleeping bags as there is no running water or electricity on-site. Indoor lighting must be battery-powered only. The guard station is located approximately four miles from Three Forks Trailhead with nearby stream fishing opportunities. Parking accommodates 2 vehicles and 1 utility trailer. Reservations are made directly through the Spanish Fork Ranger District, not through Recreation.gov.

Directions

From Spanish Fork, take Highway 6 east to Diamond Fork Road (Forest Road 029). Follow to Springville Crossing, then take Forest Road 058 north to the Guard Station.

Amenities

Water No
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 $50

Vehicle

Max RV Length —
Max Trailer Length —
Big Rig Friendly No
Pull Through Sites No

Contact

Phone +1 (801) 798-3571

Cell Service

AT&T None
Verizon None
T-Mobile None

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