Judith Guard Station

Sad for me to see this beautiful place in disrepair after having spent summers working on it 1994-1996. The water well needs repaired. We went expecting to have water and there's none. It hadn't been mowed around the cabin area. The front porch needs several boards replaced before someone falls through. The chinking is coming off under some of the windows. There is a rodent problem, lots of rock chucks to chew things up. They have been chewing holes in the porch planking. The previous renters have not cleaned up after themselves. This is our 4th year renting and we always leave it better than we find it. Needs to be checked on more often by FS staff. We had a wonderful time as always but this beautiful spot definitely needs some tlc.

We didn’t end up staying the night. The cabin is in serious need of repair. It had broken windows and torn screens; as a result, the cabin was completely infested with flies. There were dozens of buzzing and dead flies around each window. The mattresses were filthy; a couple of the upstairs ones reeked of urine. It’s too bad because the area was beautiful; there is a river a few feet away with campsites. The campground was empty during our stay in early October, so we still enjoyed the area.

Love this place, especially in winter for the off-track cross-country skiing. The snow has never failed in February! And you never have trouble getting a reservation. The last mile of road isn't plowed, and the last half-mile can be tricky in snowy conditions, but I've never failed to get all the way to the cabin with 4-wheel drive and (sometimes) chains. And hey, hauling gear 1/2 mile is a snap, if it comes to it.

The cabin is cozy, spacious and warm, and great for groups, with 3 bedrooms and a futon.

The best, most scenic skiing can be had going up the river from the cabin, as far as you like; or along Ettein Ridge. The quiet winter surroundings will astound you, as will the night sky. Do it! You'll come to love winter out here.

Everything was as expected....except for the water. The pump was removed for repair, so we had to bring our own water. Other than that everything was great. We had family who stayed in the campground, they raved about the creek access for the younger kids who were in the creek most of the time. Water was low, relatively slow for the height of the water. We will definitely return to this beautiful place. Visiting ATV drivers were driving awfully fast thru the camp area where little children were....so watch your small children so they dont get run over!!! Oh Sapphire Village and others in the area have Air BnB rentals for electricity and indoor bathrooms. My parents and aunts stayed in the Village and visited during the day (short 4miles from the cabin and campground.)

Great place

Really wish the oven worked. I know its winter time but could have been cleaner. Tons of flies in the window sills. Other than that very cozy and have stayed multiple times.