OutReserve

Podunk Guard Station

Cabin with picnic table and access road.
Podunk Guard Station
Podunk Guard Station Kitchen
Bunkbeds and wooden storage box
Podunk Guard Station and Restroom

About Podunk Guard Station

Podunk Guard Station is located next to the East Fork Sevier River, in the Dixie National Forest in southern Utah. The cabin was constructed in 1928 and has been used by generations of Forest Service employees. Guests enjoy exploring local trails on foot, horseback, mountain bike and off-road vehicle. The river offers fishing and swimming opportunities.

Number of accommodations: 1

Seasonal information

2026 (Current year)

2026 Season availability

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Currently closed - Opens on May 22

Sites & Availability

1 Site Available

Site
Price
🏠 001, Loop: POGS
6 guests
$30.00
/ per night

Location Podunk Guard Station

Address:
225 E Center St
Panguitch, UT, 84759
United States

Latitude & Longitude: 37.4875 / -112.298

Elevation: 2469 feet

Policies & Rules

Category About
General

Potable water is not guaranteed to be available at the cabin year-round; guests must bring their own supply. Seasonal water is generally turned on to the cabin in the spring, avaialable at the kitchen sink, it is supplied from a local spring on site. The water is tested through a state approved lab during the operational season. The water will be turned off if there are unforseen issues with the system and thus not guaranteed to be available. 

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Limited cleaning supplies are provided; visitors must clean up after their stay. No linens or services are provided. Please bring garbage bags; this is a 'pack it in, pack it out' facility.

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Non-electric cabin - no electricity or power is provided. It is recommended to bring battery powered laterns and lighting for your needs.

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A non-flushing bathroom buidling is provided near the cabin within walking distance, toilet paper is provided.

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Please be prepared. Limited supplies are available on site, please be prepared with all of your own supplies.

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Door entrance code is required to enter cabin. Code should be included in reservation letter. For questions please contact Rec.gov or call the Ranger Station at 435-676-9300 during normal operating hours Monday - Friday 8:00 a.m. and 4:00 p.m MT.

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Please do not lock or block the cabin road entrance gate. If guest locks the gate, the lock will be removed.

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This site will not accomodate motor homes or camp trailers, horse trailers, or horses. 

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Check out 10:00 a.m. and Check in is 3:00 p.m.

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Click here for more information on the Dixie National Forest

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Pets are not allowed inside the cabin!

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No smoking inside cabin!

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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 www.dontmovefirewood.org 

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