Mt Terrill Guard Station
Currently closed for the season. Opens mid-June through October. Reservations via Recreation.gov required; walk-up use not permitted.
High Wind Watch issued October 9 at 1:12PM MDT until October 12 at 6:00AM MDT by NWS Salt Lake City UT
* WHAT...South winds 30 to 40 mph with gusts in excess of 70 mph possible. * WHERE...Central Mountains and Southern Mountains. * WHEN...From Sunday morning through late Sunday night. * IMPACTS...High winds may move loose debris, damage property and cause power outages. Travel could be difficult, especially for high profile vehicles and vehicles with trailers.
Flood Watch issued October 9 at 1:04PM MDT until October 12 at 6:00PM MDT by NWS Salt Lake City UT
Moisture associated with the remnants of Tropical Storm Rachel will impact Utah this weekend bringing widespread rainfall totals ranging from 2-4". Some highly localized amounts to 6-8" are also possible, particularly across terrain-favored locations in southwestern Utah, the Book Cliffs, and Bear River Range. * WHAT...Flash flooding caused by excessive rainfall is 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, 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. This also includes recent burn scars such as Forsyth, Cottonwood, Silver King, France Canyon, and Monroe Canyon. * WHEN...From Saturday afternoon through Monday afternoon. * 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. Creeks and streams may rise out of their banks. Flooding may occur in poor drainage and urban areas. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS... - Anomalously high moisture is forecast to impact the region with the arrival of the remnants of Tropical Storm Rachel. While this is expected to be a long duration rainfall event, scattered instances of heavier rainfall rates are expected with stronger storms yielding flash flooding concerns given saturated soils and prior burn scars. - 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.
About
Mt Terrill Guard Station is a historic two-room cabin situated on a high-elevation meadow at 9,800 feet in the Fishlake National Forest, about 30 miles southeast of Salina, Utah. The cabin provides rustic accommodations with one queen bed and two sets of bunk beds sleeping up to six people inside, though up to 50 guests can be accommodated with tents or RVs outside. Interior amenities include a wood stove for heat, propane range (no oven), propane heater, kitchen table and chairs, couch, and countertop. No electricity or running water is available. The guard station serves as an excellent base camp for a variety of recreational activities. Johnson Reservoir is 7 miles away and Fish Lake is 15 miles south, both offering fishing opportunities. OHV trails, hiking, mountain biking, and equestrian routes are accessible from the area. The surrounding meadow blooms with wildflowers in July, and wildlife viewing for elk and deer is common. Big game hunting in fall is also popular. Mt Terrill peak rises to 11,547 feet to the east. Due to the high elevation, guests should prepare for all weather conditions including cool summer nights. Visitors must bring their own water, bedding, dishes, utensils, cookware, and battery-operated lights. All trash must be packed out and food properly stored in bear-proof containers.
Directions
From Salina, travel about 7 miles east on Interstate 70 to Exit 63 (Gooseberry). Turn south on the paved Gooseberry Road #640 and continue for approximately 22 miles. The Mt Terrill Guard Station is on the right, with a quarter-mile gravel access road leading to the cabin.
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 | — |
| Pull Through Sites | No |
Contact
| Phone | +1 (435) 896-9233 |
Cell Service
| AT&T | Yes |
| Verizon | None |
| T-Mobile | None |
Useful Links
| View on Recreation.gov | |
| Fishlake NF Mt Terrill Page |
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