Scott C
VerifiedJune 3, 2023 Stayed at: 01, Loop: AQRS
Enjoyed every minute. Cabin was clean and had a great time.
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About Aquarius Ranger Station
Aquarius Ranger Station is located about 15 mi south of Loa, in eastern Utah. It sits on the west side of beautiful Boulder Mountain, which makes up half of the expansive Aquarius Plateau. The station was built by the Civilian Conservation Corps in 1937 and was used by generations of Forest Service employees working in the surrounding back country.
Recreational activities abound in the surrounding area. Guests enjoy fishing in many lakes on Boulder Top, and exploring local trails.
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01, Loop: AQRS
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- 20 guests
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Up to 20 guests
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Surface: Gravel
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31 reviews
Summary
The family reunion at Aquarius Ranger Station was a success, with everyone enjoying the experience. The facility received high praise for its quality. Overall, it was a positive gathering for the family.
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Scott C
VerifiedJune 3, 2023 Stayed at: 01, Loop: AQRS
Enjoyed every minute. Cabin was clean and had a great time.
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Steven G
VerifiedJune 20, 2023 Stayed at: 01, Loop: AQRS
Great location for solitude and viewing the Milky Way. Just for all future visitors to be aware the description about hot water is incorrect. There is NO water going to the sink/water heater. There was a note saying "sorry for the inconvenience" on the counter from the Forest Service. Sure wish they would have said to bring a something to heat water for dishes when I called for the lock code. Honestly, this cabin is not worth the high rental fee. It's very similar to other guard stations at 1/3 the cost with a working sink. It is a cool location, but again very expensive for what you are actually getting.
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Steven G
VerifiedJune 20, 2023 Stayed at: 01, Loop: AQRS
Great location for solitude and viewing the Milky Way. Just for all future visitors to be aware the description about hot water is incorrect. There is NO water going to the sink/water heater. There was a note saying "sorry for the inconvenience" on the counter from the Forest Service. Sure wish they would have said to bring a something to heat water for dishes when I called for the lock code. Honestly, this cabin is not worth the high rental fee. It's very similar to other guard stations at 1/3 the cost with a working sink. It is a cool location, but again very expensive for what you are actually getting.
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Steven W
VerifiedOctober 5, 2023 Stayed at: 01, Loop: AQRS
The thing about Aquarius is that you don't know what you will find there, so you have to come prepared. You are not going to drive back to Loa for something you lack. We found the water in the sink working and lots of firewood in the shed. But note, it was the end of the season, not the beginning. The instructions for using the wood stove seemed to be missing, but we had used it before so that was not a problem. The solitude and beauty of the Aquarius experience are hard to describe to someone who has not been there, but for us it was another wonderful stay.
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Steven W
VerifiedOctober 5, 2023 Stayed at: 01, Loop: AQRS
The thing about Aquarius is that you don't know what you will find there, so you have to come prepared. You are not going to drive back to Loa for something you lack. We found the water in the sink working and lots of firewood in the shed. But note, it was the end of the season, not the beginning. The instructions for using the wood stove seemed to be missing, but we had used it before so that was not a problem. The solitude and beauty of the Aquarius experience are hard to describe to someone who has not been there, but for us it was another wonderful stay.
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Mavin J
VerifiedJune 24, 2025 Stayed at: 01, Loop: AQRS
Had our family reunion here. Everyone really enjoyed the experience. Excellent facility.
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Mavin J
VerifiedJune 24, 2025 Stayed at: 01, Loop: AQRS
Had our family reunion here. Everyone really enjoyed the experience. Excellent facility.
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Ruth S
VerifiedAugust 5, 2026 Stayed at: 01, Loop: AQRS
I always like going to the cabin , I have gone there with friends for many years. We bring our mules and ride the Mt.
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Carole I
VerifiedAugust 12, 2026 Stayed at: 01, Loop: AQRS
We always enjoy our stay at Aquarius. It would be appreciated though if the road in was grated. Some major rocks in the path. This was also the first time in our handful of visits that the bathroom was not cleaned before our visit.
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Location & Directions for Aquarius Ranger Station
P.O Box 129 138 South Main St, Loa, UT 84747 United States
Elevation: 2,668 ft
Getting There
From Loa, travel directly south on the paved county road for about 2 mi. From that point, turn south on Forest Road 154 and travel about 8 mi. Turn left on Forest Road 178 and travel about 5 mi, then turn left onto the Aquarius Ranger Station Road...
From Loa, travel directly south on the paved county road for about 2 mi. From that point, turn south on Forest Road 154 and travel about 8 mi. Turn left on Forest Road 178 and travel about 5 mi, then turn left onto the Aquarius Ranger Station Road and travel approximately a quarter-mile to the cabin.
Near Capitol Reef National Park
The closest entrance is: Capitol Reef National Park Visitor Center
Approximate drive: 22.3 mi · 38 min
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.
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Last updated: November 2, 2026
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