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Ledgefork Guard Station

Closed

Closed for the 2026 season. Reservations are not available.

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.

From Recreation.gov

**This facility is closed for the 2026 season. **

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.

About

Ledgefork Guard Station offers a unique opportunity to stay in a historic Forest Service cabin while supporting the preservation of these historic structures. Situated above Smith and Morehouse Reservoir on the western edge of the Uinta Mountains, the cabin provides comfortable accommodations with modern amenities including a fully equipped kitchen, propane heat, generator-powered electricity, flush toilet, and shower. The surrounding area offers excellent recreation opportunities. Smith and Morehouse Reservoir is open to motorized boats at wakeless speeds, making it ideal for canoeing and kayaking. Anglers can fish for stocked rainbow trout. The 12-mile round-trip Smith and Morehouse Trail begins nearby and leads through forests, meadows, and marshland with spurs to Erickson Basin and Island Lake. Guests check in with the camp host at nearby Smith and Morehouse Campground to receive access and the lock combination. Reservations must be made at least 5 days in advance. Guests should bring their own linens, dishes, silverware, and drinking water. The cabin is surrounded by scenic conifer and aspen forest, with moose and deer frequently spotted in the area.

Directions

From Salt Lake City, take I-80 east past Park City to Wanship. Take SR-32 past Rockport State Park to Peoa, where SR-32 becomes North Bench Road and then Weber Canyon Road. Continue on Weber Canyon Road to Forest Road 33. Turn right onto FR-33 and travel approximately 16 miles past Smith and Morehouse Reservoir to Ledgefork.

Amenities

Water No
Fires Allowed —
Toilets Yes
Dump Station —
Wifi —
Pets Allowed No
Showers Yes
Electric Hookups —
Water Hookups —
Sewer Hookups —
Camp Store —
Price $147 - $157

Vehicle

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

Contact

Phone +1 (385) 273-1100

Cell Service

AT&T None
Verizon None
T-Mobile None

Availability

Photos

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