Indian Creek Guard Station
Currently closed for the season. The guard station typically opens late June and operates through mid-October. Reservations are available through Recreation.gov. Contact the Ferron Ranger District at least 3 days before arrival to receive the door code.
Flood Watch issued August 30 at 9:47PM MDT until August 31 at 9:00PM 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, 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 and Zion National Park. * WHEN...Through Monday 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 including Widemouth 2, Cottonwood, Monroe Canyon, Forsyth, and other recent burn scars. Flooding may occur in poor drainage and urban areas. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS... - Deep moisture will continue to support thunderstorms with heavy rainfall across the watch area through Monday evening, particularly during the afternoon and evening. Some areas, particularly across the Sanpete and Sevier Valleys as well as Castle Country, have already seen heavy rainfall and will be even more prone to flooding given saturated soils. - 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
Indian Creek Guard Station sits at the edge of Ferron Reservoir, just below the Wasatch Plateau in central Utah's Manti-La Sal National Forest. Originally constructed by the Civilian Conservation Corps in the 1930s, this historic cabin served generations of forest rangers working the backcountry. The front porch offers partial lake views through stands of Engelmann spruce, fir, and aspen. The cabin sleeps four on single bunks with mattresses, and guests must bring their own linens and bedding. The kitchen is equipped with a propane stove, oven, hot water heater, sink, table, and chairs. Solar power provides lighting and phone charging. From July through mid-September, indoor plumbing is operational with a flush toilet and shower. Outside that window, a vault toilet is available 50 feet from the cabin and guests must bring their own water. Ferron Reservoir provides fishing for rainbow and cutthroat trout plus small-craft boating. The Arapeen ATV Trail System offers over 350 miles of designated trails nearby. In winter, the area transforms into a snowmobile and cross-country skiing destination, though vehicle access may require snowmobiles after significant snowfall.
Directions
From Ferron, head west on Canyon Road (becomes Ferron Canyon Road, then Forest Road 0022). Continue approximately 26.5 miles past Millsite Park where pavement ends near the forest boundary. Turn north onto Forest Road 0025, then in 0.1 miles turn northeast into the Indian Creek Guard Station loop (Forest Road 2063). Alternatively, from Mayfield head east through Twelve Mile Canyon on Forest Road 022, passing Twelve Mile Flat Campground, then turn left and continue over the plateau about 3 miles.
Amenities
| Water | Yes |
| Fires Allowed | Yes |
| Toilets | Yes |
| Dump Station | No |
| Wifi | No |
| Pets Allowed | No |
| Showers | Yes |
| 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 | None |
| Verizon | None |
| T-Mobile | None |
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