Portion of roof and porch of old, red cabin.
Main Entrance through front door.
Front porch and two red Adirondack of red cabin.
Main Bedroom on the second story of the cabin.
Updated Kitchen

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Pet Friendly Pet Friendly
Showers Showers
Kitchen Kitchen

About Forest Glen Guard Station

This historic guard station offers a unique stay in the oldest Forest Service building on the Shasta-Trinity National Forest. This charming two-story structure was built in 1916 under the direction of John T. Grey, District Ranger of the Mad River Ranger District on the old Trinity National Forest. Visitors can relax on the front porch and enjoy the tranquil surroundings from mid-April to the beginning of December.

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2026 (Current year)

2026 Season availability

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Currently open - Apr 17 to Dec 1

Campground Amenities

Most popular amenities

Pet friendly Pet friendly
Showers Showers
Kitchen Kitchen
Water and Hygiene

Water and Hygiene

  • Potable Water
  • Showers
Pets and Policies

Pets and Policies

  • Pet friendly

Cabin Interior

  • Kitchen
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001, Loop: AREA FOREST GLEN GUARD STATION

🏠 Cabin
  • 8 guests
  • Pet Friendly

Site Details

Up to 8 guests
Shade
Driveway entry: Back-In
Campfire
Pet Friendly
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Reviews (57)

What Guests Are Saying

Forest Glen Guard Station offers a beautiful, rustic setting with comfortable accommodations, including a well-equipped kitchen and pleasant amenities like air conditioning. Guests appreciate the stunning location near the Trinity River and enjoy the nearby swimming hole and hiking trails. While some areas have been affected by fire damage, visitors value the memories and experiences created at this long-loved destination.

Review Summary

4.2
57 reviews
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50.9%
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7.0%
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Bonnie T

Verified

May 14, 2021 • Stayed at: 001, Loop: AREA FOREST GLEN GUARD STATION

5

It was a beautiful setting by the creek. Across the highway was a great beach along the Trinity river. A long awaited get away.

Bonnie T

Verified

May 14, 2021 • Stayed at: 001, Loop: AREA FOREST GLEN GUARD STATION

5

It was a beautiful setting by the creek. Across the highway was a great beach along the Trinity river. A long awaited get away.

Michael Z

Verified

September 2, 2021 • Stayed at: 001, Loop: AREA FOREST GLEN GUARD STATION

1

They knew the forest was shut down for fire. But they still let reservations come in. When I couldn't go because it was shut down they made it extremely difficult and a long process to get my money back. Shame on recreation.gov.

Michael Z

Verified

September 2, 2021 • Stayed at: 001, Loop: AREA FOREST GLEN GUARD STATION

1

They knew the forest was shut down for fire. But they still let reservations come in. When I couldn't go because it was shut down they made it extremely difficult and a long process to get my money back. Shame on recreation.gov.

ian m

Verified

November 5, 2021 • Stayed at: 001, Loop: AREA FOREST GLEN GUARD STATION

1

Really grimy, the whole place needs a scrub down with a degreaser.

ian m

Verified

November 5, 2021 • Stayed at: 001, Loop: AREA FOREST GLEN GUARD STATION

1

Really grimy, the whole place needs a scrub down with a degreaser.

Raland P

Verified

November 14, 2021 • Stayed at: 001, Loop: AREA FOREST GLEN GUARD STATION

5

We have stayed here before and the fresh paint and cleanliness was very nice. We will be back

Raland P

Verified

November 14, 2021 • Stayed at: 001, Loop: AREA FOREST GLEN GUARD STATION

5

We have stayed here before and the fresh paint and cleanliness was very nice. We will be back

Bonnie T

Verified

November 27, 2021 • Stayed at: 001, Loop: AREA FOREST GLEN GUARD STATION

4

It’s a beautiful location. The dead trees were being taken out of the campgrounds across the street. The sounds of the chainsaws and tractors were our alarm clock.

Bonnie T

Verified

November 27, 2021 • Stayed at: 001, Loop: AREA FOREST GLEN GUARD STATION

4

It’s a beautiful location. The dead trees were being taken out of the campgrounds across the street. The sounds of the chainsaws and tractors were our alarm clock.

Location & Directions for Forest Glen Guard Station

Weaverville Ranger Station, Weaverville, CA 96093 United States

Elevation: 766 ft

Getting There

<p>Please note: Do NOT rely on GPS systems, particularly those on phones, as this can result in you being led off track onto Forest roads that cannot be traversed with all vehicle types. The cabin is off of a major Northern California Highway; the...

Nearest town

Weaverville, CA - 53 mi

About over 1 hr (77 min) to downtown

Highway access

Forest Glen Guard Station is accessible via California State Highway 36, which connects to Interstate 5 to the south and US-101 to the west. The station is also reachable from California State Highway 299, which connects to CA-3.

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Last updated: October 20, 2026

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