OutReserve

Indian Creek Guard Station

Indian Creek GS
Indian Creek Guard Station
Indian Creek Guard Station
Indian Creek Guard Station
Indian Creek Guard Station

Featured amenities

Showers
Showers
Kitchen
Kitchen

About Indian Creek Guard Station

Indian Creek Guard Station is located next to Ferron Reservoir, just below the Wasatch Plateau on the Manti-La Sal National Forest in central Utah. The cabin was built by the Civilian Conservation Corps in the 1930s and was used by generations of forest rangers serving in the back country. Guests enjoy year-round recreational activities, including fishing, hiking, off-roading, snowmobiling and skiing.

Number of accommodations: 1

Campground Amenities

  • Potable Water
    Potable Water
  • Lake Access
    Lake Access
  • Showers
    Showers
  • Kitchen
    Kitchen

Seasonal information

2026 (Current year)

2026 Season availability

Current season
Upcoming seasons
Past seasons
Closed periods
Jan
Feb
Mar
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May
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Dec
Currently closed - Opens on Jun 20

Sites & Availability

1 Site Available

Site
Price
🏠 001, Loop: INDIAN CREEK GUARD STATION
5 guests · Campfire
$50.00
/ per night

Reviews (17)

What Guests Are Saying

Guests love the Indian Creek Guard Station for its enjoyable accommodations and proximity to the reservoir, making it a great family getaway. However, they find the 14-day reservation requirement challenging, wishing for a shorter booking period to increase accessibility. Additionally, the access road is rough, so a higher clearance vehicle is recommended.

Review Summary

4.6
17 reviews
5
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Miguel G

Verified

January 17, 2020 Stayed at: 001, Loop: INDIAN CREEK GUARD STATION

5

Would stay at this place 1000 times over. Good fishing, great privacy, amazing wood burning stove. Power lasted all day/night.

Gregory C

Verified

January 15, 2020 Stayed at: 001, Loop: INDIAN CREEK GUARD STATION

5

The cabin was terrific. It actually had solar power for the first two days and then it mysteriously ceased working. The setting was wonderful. We walked relaxed and just enjoyed being in the outdoors - but with most amenities of comfort.

Philip P

Verified

December 20, 2019 Stayed at: 001, Loop: INDIAN CREEK GUARD STATION

4

Excellent experience. The cabin is just as advertised.
I realize that the cabin doesn't officially have electricity; but with the solar panel, it does have some electricity. In 2018 when we stayed there, we seemed to have some electricity late into the night. In 2019, the electricity seemed to shut off at about 9pm each night. It would be nice to know the exact capabilities of the solar panel.

Suggestion: install another solar panel.

Kevin Osborne, DMD

Kevin Osborne, DMD

August 14, 2018

5

We drove for miles and miles up the dusty canyon road. The landscape changed from irrigated farm land to desert scrub. Scrub faded way to small pines and oaks as we twisted and turned our way up the mountain. As we neared the top we spotted Ferron Resevior and a small camp ground with various rvs and atvs. A sign pointed to the left signaling we had arrived at our hideaway in the woods. The tall furs hid the cabin from view. As I opened the door and relished the smell of the fresh mountain air my wife and children thanked me for bringing them to such a beautiful place. I had been nervous about taking them to some place so remote. The cottage was clean and quaint. The perfect place to escape from modern life with your loved ones.

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Michael Johnston

Michael Johnston

July 26, 2018

5

Great cabin! We had a blast and loved the location. It was harder to reach than other guard stations we've stayed at, and it was a little on the small side, but it was close to tons of lakes full of fish. I would highly recommend this to anyone!

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Maliha F.

Maliha F.

September 20, 2016

5

The Ferron reservoir in the Manti-La Sal forest is a piece of heaven on earth. Located at one of the highest points in Utah County, it's a must go for campers and enthusiasts. If you want to see nature up close, this is the place.
The Cabin located at the Indian Creek guard station is beautiful and we'll equipped. It's an ideal place to stay , camp , cook and enjoy the beauty of nature.
There is also a pit outside where you can grill your food and eat on the picnic tables provided for guests outside the lodge.
It has a rest room , bunk beds and a full service kitchen.
In short, it's beautiful and a must go place for everyone!

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Anonymous

5

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Google Maps

Location Indian Creek Guard Station

Address:
115 West Canyon Road, P.O. Box 310
Ferron, UT, 84523
United States

Latitude & Longitude: 39.1408 / -111.458

Elevation: 2895 feet

Policies & Rules

Category About
General

A combination key code is required to open the lock on the cabin door(s); at least three days prior to arrival, call the Ferron Ranger District office at (435) 384-2372, Sanpete Ranger District at (435) 283-4151, or the Price Ranger District at (435) 637-2817 on Monday through Friday, between 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. MST, to obtain the code.

General

Anytime after September, snow may make the cabin inaccessible by wheeled vehicles; snowmobile access is necessary after significant snow accumulation; call the Ferron Ranger District at (435) 384-2372 for current conditions

General

Indoor plumbing will not be available from approximately mid-September through March; guests must bring their own water and use the vault toilet outside (bring a snow shovel to access toilet in the winter)

General

Firewood is supplied from December through March only; bring your own matches year-round

General

This is a 'pack it in, pack it out' facility; please bring garbage bags and haul all trash out upon departure

General

No pets or livestock allowed

General

Basic cleaning supplies are provided; guests must clean the cabin before departure

General

All Utah State OHV rules are enforced on the forest; call the OHV hotline, at (801) 538-7433; maps of the road and trail system may be obtained from the Ranger District

General

Click here for more information on the Manti-La Sal National Forest

General

Don't Move Firewood: Help prevent the spread of tree-killing pests in our national forests by obtaining firewood near your destination and burning it on-site. For more information visit dontmovefirewood.org.

General

This guard station is solar powered, please use wisely. Turn off lights that aren't in use. Power is for lights and phone charging only.  

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