Aquarius Ranger Station

P.O Box 129 138 South Main St, Loa, Utah, United States
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AQUARIUS RANGER STATION
AQUARIUS RANGER STATION
AQUARIUS RANGER STATION

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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.

Activities & Attractions

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Fishing

Fishing

Year-round
Hiking

Hiking

Year-round

Seasonal information

2026 (Current year)

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Campground Amenities

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Picnic Table Picnic Table
Equestrian-Friendly Equestrian-Friendly
Bedrooms Bedrooms
Sleeping Capacity Sleeping Capacity
Kitchen Kitchen
Water and Hygiene

Water and Hygiene

  • Potable Water
Cooking and Fire

Cooking and Fire

  • Picnic Table
  • Campfire Ring
On Site Services

On Site Services

  • Horse Stable
Pets and Policies

Pets and Policies

  • Equestrian-Friendly

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  • Toilet Type
  • Hot Water
  • Bedrooms
  • Sleeping Capacity
  • Kitchen
  • Heating
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01, Loop: AQRS

01, Loop: AQRS

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  • 20 guests

Site Details

Up to 20 guests
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Surface: Gravel
Campfire
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Reviews

31 reviews

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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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4.3

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December 23, 2019 Stayed at: 01, Loop: AQRS

Beautiful area. Secluded and away from it all. The ranger station was a warm welcome, running water inside and out, hot water for cleaning up, restroom was the cleanest I've ever seen, the campfire area was inviting, the night skies were amazing.

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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...

Nearest town

Loa, UT - 17 mi

About 38 min to downtown

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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