Mammoth Cabin
Currently closed for the season. The cabin typically operates from mid-June through late September or October. Reservations are made through Recreation.gov.
Hydrologic Outlook issued October 8 at 3:13PM MDT by NWS Salt Lake City UT
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.
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
Mammoth Cabin is part of the historic Mammoth Guard Station in the Spanish Fork-Scofield Recreation Area of the Manti-La Sal National Forest. Built in the 1930s, it originally served as a forest ranger and fire crew dwelling. The cabin sits at 8,600 feet elevation, overlooking sagebrush valleys with timbered slopes and ridgelines in a spruce, fir, and aspen forest setting. The cabin accommodates up to 4 guests with two sets of bunk beds and mattresses. Amenities include a bathroom with flush toilet and shower, a kitchen with sink and stove, and a wood-burning stove for heat. Solar power provides limited electricity for lights and phone charging only. There is no cell service or refrigeration available. Guests must obtain a key code from the ranger district at least 3 days before arrival. Gooseberry Reservoir lies approximately 1.5 miles north, offering shore fishing and non-motorized boating. The Arapeen OHV trail system is accessible within a few miles. The grounds remain an active Forest Service administrative site, so visitors may encounter agency personnel.
Directions
From Fairview, Utah, proceed east on Utah Highway 31 for 8.5 miles. Turn left onto Utah Highway 264 for 0.2 miles, then turn left through the paved parking lot to the gravel road, then right onto FS Road 0124 (downhill). Pass the Gooseberry Campground sign, make a slight left at the next intersection, and proceed through the gate. Mammoth Cabin is the first building.
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_sanpete@fs.fed.us | |
| Phone | +1 (435) 636-3500 |
Cell Service
| AT&T | Yes |
| Verizon | None |
| T-Mobile | None |
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