Sherman Guard Station And Bunkhouse
Open — Open year-round for reservations via Recreation.gov. A key must be picked up from the Big Piney District Office to pass through the gate. In summer, indoor plumbing is available; in winter, a vault toilet is provided. As of June 2025, a sinkhole exists at the second bridge at Horse Creek around mile 7.
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.
Explosives and Exploding Target Order 04-2021-02
This order prohibits the use of explosives and exploding targets on National Forest System lands within the Intermountain Region.
Dog Leash Order (Jackson Ranger District)
ORDER 04-03-334 (CACHE CREEK MAP) (TETON PASS MAP) (GAME CREEK MAP
Winter Travel Restrictions (Jackson, Blackrock, Big Piney, & Pinedale Ranger Districts)
ORDER 04-03-24-205 (MAP)
Camping 5-Day Stay Limit (Jackson, Blackrock, Big Piney, & Greys River Ranger Districts)
ORDER 04-03-24-204 (MAP)
Food Storage (Blackrock, Jackson, Pinedale, Greys River, & Big Piney Ranger Districts)
ORDER 04-03-23-201
Winter Travel Restrictions (Kemmerer, Big Piney, Pinedale, & Greys River Ranger Districts)
ORDER 04-03-316
Moose Creek & Star Valley Front Winter Wildlife Closure (Greys River Ranger District)
ORDER 04-03-305
Alpine & Forest Park Feedground Winter Wildlife Closure (Greys River Ranger District)
ORDER 04-03-304
About
The Sherman Guard Station and Bunkhouse, built around 1929, originally served as the Sherman Ranger Station for early Forest Service management of timber and rangelands. Located in the beautiful Horse Creek drainage west of Daniel, Wyoming, this historic site now offers two separate rental buildings available for overnight stays. Each building features a full kitchen with gas stove, gas refrigerator, and complete cookware and utensils. Summer amenities include potable water, indoor toilets, and showers, while winter visitors have access to a newly installed vault toilet. The guard station sits 28 miles from Pinedale and 43 miles from Big Piney. The location provides diverse recreational opportunities throughout the year. Summer visitors enjoy excellent fishing in Horse Creek, abundant hiking trails, horseback riding, bird watching, and wildflower viewing among willows and pines. Wildlife is abundant in the area. Winter transforms the site into a sought-after snowmobiling destination, located just west of the Horse Creek Winter Trailhead with premier on-trail and off-trail riding. The site accommodates up to 4 people per building and requires advance reservation through Recreation.gov. Access requires a key obtained from the Big Piney District Office.
Directions
From Daniel, Wyoming, head north on US Highway 189 for approximately 2 miles to the junction with US 191. Turn left onto US 191/189. After a quarter mile, turn left onto Wyoming State Highway 354. Continue on WY 354 for 6 miles until the road becomes Daniel-Merna Road/County Road 23-112. Follow for 11 miles into Bridger-Teton National Forest where the road becomes Horse Creek Road/Forest Service Road 10389. Follow for half a mile; the entrance to Sherman Guard Station is on the left. Approximately 20 miles and 31 minutes from Daniel. Reservations required via Recreation.gov; key must be picked up from Big Piney District Office.
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Amenities
| Water | Yes |
| Fires Allowed | — |
| Toilets | Yes |
| Dump Station | No |
| Wifi | No |
| Pets Allowed | — |
| Showers | Yes |
| Electric Hookups | No |
| Water Hookups | No |
| Sewer Hookups | No |
| Camp Store | No |
| Price | $40 |
Vehicle
| Max RV Length | — |
| Max Trailer Length | — |
| Big Rig Friendly | No |
| Pull Through Sites | No |
Contact
| Phone | +1 (307) 276-5800 |
Cell Service
| AT&T | None |
| Verizon | None |
| T-Mobile | None |
Useful Links
| View on Recreation.gov |
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