OutReserve

Cowpuncher Guard Station

Warning

General

A location closure has been issued, and the facility is closed at this time. Reservation-holders will receive an email with additional information. Please check back for location closure updates.

Cabin and covered porch
Bedroom is furnished with two sets of bunkbeds and one double bed.
Bedroom showing double bed, two sets of bunkbeds and bench.
Cabin showing front porch with chairs
Kitchen with wood cookstove, propane cooktop and kitchen sink

About Cowpuncher Guard Station

Cowpuncher Guard Station is located in the Dixie National Forest, 20 miles northeast of the town of Escalante in southern Utah. The cabin is situated just off the Hells Backbone Road and is accessed by road during summer and fall. Roads are usually closed by snow 5.5 miles from the cabin from late November to mid-April. Check the ranger station for winter conditions.

Number of accommodations: 1

Seasonal information

2026 (Current year)

2026 Season availability

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Currently open - May 29 to Nov 30

Cowpuncher, Loop: COWPUNCHER

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Site Details

Up to 7 guests
Shade
Surface: Gravel
Driveway entry: Parallel
Campfire
Pet Friendly
Accessible
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Reviews (30)

What Guests Are Saying

Cowpuncher Guard Station receives praise for its serene environment and opportunities for outdoor activities. Many guests enjoy the rustic charm and well-maintained facilities. However, some mention limited accessibility and basic amenities as areas for improvement.

Review Summary

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constance l

Verified

November 27, 2024 Stayed at: Cowpuncher, Loop: COWPUNCHER

5

blessings.

constance l

Verified

November 27, 2024 Stayed at: Cowpuncher, Loop: COWPUNCHER

5

blessings.

constance l

Verified

November 27, 2024 Stayed at: Cowpuncher, Loop: COWPUNCHER

5

blessings.

Todd R

Verified

July 23, 2021 Stayed at: Cowpuncher, Loop: COWPUNCHER

4

Please respect this location, and share it with others. Please do not sublease this, or any other cabin or guard station. All users should make there own reservations. No person should monopolize the reservations. Please do not be greedy. These cabins and guard stations are for everyone to share. They belong to no one person or family. Let's all treasure them, without owning them.

Todd R

Verified

July 23, 2021 Stayed at: Cowpuncher, Loop: COWPUNCHER

4

Please respect this location, and share it with others. Please do not sublease this, or any other cabin or guard station. All users should make there own reservations. No person should monopolize the reservations. Please do not be greedy. These cabins and guard stations are for everyone to share. They belong to no one person or family. Let's all treasure them, without owning them.

Todd R

Verified

July 23, 2021 Stayed at: Cowpuncher, Loop: COWPUNCHER

4

Please respect this location, and share it with others. Please do not sublease this, or any other cabin or guard station. All users should make there own reservations. No person should monopolize the reservations. Please do not be greedy. These cabins and guard stations are for everyone to share. They belong to no one person or family. Let's all treasure them, without owning them.

Carolyn S

Verified

July 2, 2021 Stayed at: Cowpuncher, Loop: COWPUNCHER

2

Issues regarding water to the cabin and lots of banging for fence repair

Carolyn S

Verified

July 2, 2021 Stayed at: Cowpuncher, Loop: COWPUNCHER

2

Issues regarding water to the cabin and lots of banging for fence repair

Carolyn S

Verified

July 2, 2021 Stayed at: Cowpuncher, Loop: COWPUNCHER

2

Issues regarding water to the cabin and lots of banging for fence repair

Nathan F

Verified

July 16, 2020 Stayed at: Cowpuncher, Loop: COWPUNCHER

5

Better than anticipated. Everything was provided except garbage bags and paper towels. It was clean, plenty big, cool enough with windows open. The solar shower and Fabreeze in the latrine were awesome touches.

Location Cowpuncher Guard Station

Address:
P.O Box 246
Escalante, UT, 84726
United States

Highway access

Cowpuncher Guard Station is accessible via Highway 12 in Escalante, approximately 14 miles away.

Latitude & Longitude: 37.9997 / -111.659

Elevation: 2543 feet

Policies & Rules

Cancellation policy

  • Reservation fees are non-refundable. For campsites, cabins, lookouts, yurts, group sites, and similar stays, we charge a reservation service fee of $8.
  • Standard cancellations usually have a $10 cancellation fee. Customers can generally cancel before the check-in date online.
  • Late cancellation rules differ by stay type.
    • Individual campsites: cancelling after 12:00am local time the day before arrival usually means a $10 cancellation fee plus forfeiting the first night's fee.
    • Cabins, lookouts, and yurts: cancelling less than 14 days before arrival usually means a $10 cancellation fee plus forfeiting the first night's fee.
    • One-night reservations: a late cancellation usually forfeits the full amount paid, up to the total original reservation cost.
  • Modifications are allowed before the cut-off window, but fees depend on the change. Changing to dates completely outside the original reservation dates may trigger a $10 change fee. Extending or shortening a stay that still includes original dates usually has no change fee, though refunds may depend on timing and facility rules. Switching to the same type of campsite for the same dates usually has no change fee, but price differences are charged or refunded.
  • Early departures may or may not be refunded. At certain facilities, partial refunds may be possible if staff can mark the site available for other visitors. No refund is given for a night if the early departure is requested after that day's check-out time.
  • Security deposits are separate. Security deposits may be refunded to the original payment method if the facility is left in acceptable condition, as determined by the property.

Safety & rules

  • Guests must pack out all garbage as no service is available.

Vehicles & parking

  • Access may be challenging during wet weather due to a 14-mile dirt road with steep sections.
  • In winter, access to the last 5.5 miles requires a snowmobile or skis.

Warnings & Advisories

Warning

General

A location closure has been issued, and the facility is closed at this time. Reservation-holders will receive an email with additional information. Please check back for location closure updates.

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Last updated: June 4, 2026

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