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Currently closed. The cabin is reservable year-round through Recreation.gov. Summer access requires high-clearance vehicles; winter access is by snowmobile on a 16-mile trail. Running water, flush toilet, and shower are operational summer months only.

Air Quality Alert issued August 8 at 11:39AM MDT by NWS Riverton WY

August 8th, 11:39 AM — August 10th, 12:00 PM

The following message is transmitted on behalf of the Wyoming Department of Environmental Quality, Air Quality Division, and the Wyoming Department of Health. * WHAT...Air Quality Alert for Wildfire Smoke. * WHERE...All of Western and Central Wyoming * WHEN...Now through Noon Monday. * IMPACTS...Smoke from western United States wildfires continues to be observed across much of western and central Wyoming. The smoke is limiting visibilities at times. HEALTH INFORMATION...The Wyoming Department of Health recommends that the elderly, young children, and individuals with respiratory problems avoid excessive physical exertion and minimize outdoor activities during this time. Wildfire smoke is made up of a variety of pollutants, including particulate matter and ozone, which can cause respiratory health effects. Although these people are most susceptible to health impacts, the Department of Health also advises that everyone should avoid prolonged exposure to poor air quality conditions. CURRENT CONDITIONS...The Wyoming Department of Environmental Quality, Air Quality Division offers near real-time air quality data for Wyoming's monitoring stations and health effects information to help the public interpret current conditions. Current air quality conditions across the state of Wyoming can be found at http://www.wyvisnet.com/.

Bridger-Teton 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.

Bridger-Teton 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

Scaler Guard Station is a historic three-room cabin constructed by the Civilian Conservation Corps in 1937, serving as a former ranger guard station in the Bridger-Teton National Forest. The cabin sleeps six guests on three bunkbeds with mattresses. There is no electricity, but the cabin is equipped with propane-powered lighting, a range/oven, and refrigerator, along with a wood stove for heating. During summer months, the guard station has running potable water, a flush toilet, bathroom sink, kitchen sink, and shower. In winter, these water-dependent amenities are unavailable, but an outhouse adjacent to the cabin remains accessible year-round. Some dishes may be provided but their presence is not guaranteed; guests should bring their own bedding and linens. The cabin allows pets and horses. Horses must be watered from the creek using certified weed-free hay. Access requires high-clearance vehicles in summer via gravel and dirt roads. Winter access is by snowmobile only on a 16-mile trail. The nearby Absaroka Ridge Trailhead provides hiking, horseback riding, and mountain biking opportunities along Fontenelle Creek into Pomeroy Basin.

Directions

From Kemmerer, WY, head northeast on US-189 for approximately 45 miles and turn left onto La Barge Creek Road/CR-315. Continue for 23 miles until the road becomes Greys River La Barge Road/FS-10138 at the forest boundary. Continue on FS-10138 for 4.5 miles, turn left onto South La Barge Creek Road/FS-10013, follow for 1 mile, then turn right at the hairpin turn to access Scaler Guard Station. Total distance approximately 74 miles, 1.5 hours.

Amenities

Water Yes
Fires Allowed
Toilets Yes
Dump Station No
Wifi No
Pets Allowed Yes
Showers Yes
Electric Hookups
Water Hookups
Sewer Hookups
Camp Store No
Price $60

Vehicle

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

Contact

Phone +1 (307) 877-4415

Cell Service

AT&T None
Verizon None
T-Mobile None

Availability

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