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About Crocker Guard Station

Crocker Guard Station was built in 1912 as a home for Forest Service personnel, and was later staffed as a fire station until the 1980s. The historic Crocker Guard Station is located ten miles northeast of Portola, California, at an elevation of 5.7 ft. Visitors will experience the beautiful solitude of the Eastern Sierra Nevada Mountains. Nearby recreational opportunities include fishing, boating, swimming and hiking.

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Crocker Guard Station, Loop: CROCKER GUARD STATION

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  • 16 guests
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Up to 16 guests
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Surface: Gravel
Driveway entry: Parallel
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Reviews (15)

What Guests Are Saying

Crocker Guard Station is praised as a spacious and peaceful getaway, ideal for groups and families, with functional amenities and beautiful surroundings. Guests enjoyed the nearby lake for fishing and appreciated the quiet atmosphere, especially when the campground was empty. While there were minor issues with insects and creaky floors, the overall experience was positive, with many expressing a desire to return.

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Jason F

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May 29, 2022 • Stayed at: Crocker Guard Station, Loop: CROCKER GUARD STATION

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Got a voicemail to call for code to cabin. Called back 5-10 times, leaving voicemails, never got code. Was not able to go to cabin. Called since for refund and no answer

CRAIG A

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June 22, 2021 • Stayed at: Crocker Guard Station, Loop: CROCKER GUARD STATION

4

Sitting in the rocking chair on the porch with a great view and watching the aspen trees quack. It was very peaceful and quiet.
The Cabin has propane and little push on lights. And the outhouse is updated and clean.
There is a dirt road that gets you to lake Davis but its not wide.
You can go to the camp ground that's a short walk and make a camp fire, but we didn't because it was windy all days we were there.
One downside was the Woodpecker that woke us up at dawn.
All in all it was a wonderful and relaxing stay.

Raman S

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November 7, 2020 • Stayed at: Crocker Guard Station, Loop: CROCKER GUARD STATION

5

Excellent experience at Crocker guard station. Very peaceful and quiet, comfortable beds, Amazing night sky views, close to numerous trails and lake. Prepare to disconnect from the world.
Laurel was extremely helpful and was always reachable. Plan to go back again with a bigger group.

Jenine B

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June 18, 2020 • Stayed at: Crocker Guard Station, Loop: CROCKER GUARD STATION

5

What a relaxing place! The cabin is beautifully restored with plenty of room for a large family. There are PLENTY of kitchen utensils, pots, and pans. There is a full utility closet for clean up. The cabin is not completely fenced in, so if you have dogs that wander, you'll want to keep and eye out for them. We heard coyotes at night (pretty close), so you probably don't want to leave your smaller dogs out too long after dark. Our contacts, Laurel and Ken were very helpful when we discovered some of the mantles for the propane lamps were damaged. Ken came right out and fixed them. The cabin is set on the edge of a meadow; therefore, it is a sanctuary for nesting birds, lizards, wasps, field mice, and gophers. We saw some bear scat as well. You'll want to keep your food stored properly.
We had a great time! We strolled through the aspen groves and lava beds around the cabin and basked in the sun in the front yard. Make some time to hike up to Crocker mountain. You can drive most of the way there until the brush gets too thick. The view is breath taking! J&J's Resort Store is only 3 mi away towards Lake Davis on the dirt road in front of the cabin in case you forgot anything. The lake is beautiful, especially when viewing it from the top of Crocker Mtn.

kristina w

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December 18, 2019 • Stayed at: Crocker Guard Station, Loop: CROCKER GUARD STATION

5

Love this place, great destination for family and friends. Is even great for mobility challenged persons.

Location & Directions for Crocker Guard Station

Plumas National Forest Beckwourth Ranger District, Blairsden, CA 96103 United States

Elevation: 1,757 ft

Nearest town

Blairsden, CA - 22 mi

About 31 min to downtown

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Last updated: October 20, 2026

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