About Podunk Guard Station
Seasonal information
2026 Season availability
Campground Amenities
Most popular amenities
Restrooms
River Access
Water and Hygiene
- Restrooms
Water Access
- River Access
Cabin Interior
- Toilet Type
- Heating
Cabin Outdoor Features
- Outdoor Seating
001, Loop: POGS
- 6 guests
Site Details
Reviews (41)
What Guests Are Saying
Podunk Guard Station is praised as a peaceful and remote getaway, ideal for escaping work life with no cell service. Guests appreciate the beautiful surroundings, abundant wildlife, and the comfort of the cabin, especially the wood stove for warmth. Overall, it is highly recommended for its cleanliness and relaxing atmosphere.
What Guests Are Saying
Podunk Guard Station is praised as a peaceful and remote getaway, ideal for escaping work life with no cell service. Guests appreciate the beautiful surroundings, abundant wildlife, and the comfort of the cabin, especially the wood stove for warmth. Overall, it is highly recommended for its cleanliness and relaxing atmosphere.
Review Summary
Danielle S
VerifiedJuly 25, 2023 • Stayed at: 001, Loop: POGS
The cabin is remote and quiet. The road in very well graded, dirt road. Google maps says an hour to Bryce, but it's more like 35 minutes. 15 minutes to Tropic Reservoir. If you like SUP or kayak, definitely worth bringing yours along... we enjoyed spending time out on the reservoir.
The cabin has 2 separate rooms, one with 2 bunk beds, a couple fo benches, a closet rod for hanging clothes, a few shelves, and a chest with wood. The other room is the futon, 3 more benches, a table that folds down from the wall and has some shelves with a few random dishes, a kitchen table with 2 chairs, a small woodstove, a sink with cold water (with sponge, dish soap, drying rack), and a gas stove/oven. Front porch has 4 Adirondack chairs. Side yard has 2 picnic tables, a permanent charcoal grill (bring your own), and a fire ring. The toilet is your standard government pit toilet that you find at national parks, except because it's so little used, it's not nearly as terrible as some get.
There are cows that graze on the property. Don't let the fence and cattle guard fool you... they come right through the fence. But they're not pushy or social, so they won't bother you. We also saw deer and prairie dogs there. Take lots of bug sprays... it gets buggy.
Eric M
VerifiedDecember 5, 2022 • Stayed at: 001, Loop: POGS
Perfect cabin easily accessible by any vehicle. Furnishing and appliances provided a comfortable, yet rustic adventure.
Eric M
VerifiedDecember 5, 2022 • Stayed at: 001, Loop: POGS
Perfect cabin easily accessible by any vehicle. Furnishing and appliances provided a comfortable, yet rustic adventure.
Sheryl W
VerifiedOctober 29, 2022 • Stayed at: 001, Loop: POGS
Love staying at Podunk, we have been here several times and enjoy the peace and solitude.
Sheryl W
VerifiedOctober 29, 2022 • Stayed at: 001, Loop: POGS
Love staying at Podunk, we have been here several times and enjoy the peace and solitude.
Armando B
VerifiedSeptember 26, 2022 • Stayed at: 001, Loop: POGS
Nice cabin, down a very long dirt road. Overall, very pleasant. One downside, they do seem to have a unwanted guest, heard him both nights, guessing he a mouse that is making his home inside the wall for winter.
Armando B
VerifiedSeptember 26, 2022 • Stayed at: 001, Loop: POGS
Nice cabin, down a very long dirt road. Overall, very pleasant. One downside, they do seem to have a unwanted guest, heard him both nights, guessing he a mouse that is making his home inside the wall for winter.
Ann E
VerifiedAugust 30, 2022 • Stayed at: 001, Loop: POGS
Very clean, very quiet. Amazing setting.
Ann E
VerifiedAugust 30, 2022 • Stayed at: 001, Loop: POGS
Very clean, very quiet. Amazing setting.
Rachelle R
VerifiedJune 6, 2022 • Stayed at: 001, Loop: POGS
Beautiful primitive cabin in the most picturesque setting. We went with 3 kids 6 and under and had a blast playing in the stream, watching deer and fish, hunting for snakes and kayaking at tropic reservoir.
Location & Directions for Podunk Guard Station
225 E Center St, Panguitch, UT 84759 United States
Elevation: 2,469 ft
Getting There
From Panguitch, turn onto State Highway 89 and travel 7 mi to State Highway 12. Drive 8 mi on Highway 12 to East Fork Road/Forest Road 30087. The sign at this junction will say, "Tropic Reservoir - 8 mi." Travel south on this well-mainta...
From Panguitch, turn onto State Highway 89 and travel 7 mi to State Highway 12. Drive 8 mi on Highway 12 to East Fork Road/Forest Road 30087. The sign at this junction will say, "Tropic Reservoir - 8 mi." Travel south on this well-maintained, two-lane dirt road for 16 mi. Podunk Guard Station will be on the east side of the road.
From Bryce Canyon National Park, travel on Highway 12 for 5 mi to East Fork Road/Forest Road 30087. The sign at this junction will say, "Tropic Reservoir - 8 mi." Travel along this well-maintained, two-lane dirt road for 16 mi. Podunk Guard Station will be on the east side of the road.
Highway access
Podunk Guard Station is accessible via State Highway 89, approximately 7 miles from Panguitch, and State Highway 12, which connects Bryce Canyon National Park to East Fork Road, leading to the station.
Policies & Rules
Arrival & departure
- A door code is required for cabin entry; contact for assistance.
- Check-in is at 3:00 p.m. and check-out is at 10:00 a.m.
Utilities
- Guests must bring their own water supply as potable water is not guaranteed year-round.
Safety & rules
- Guests are responsible for cleaning and must bring their own garbage bags.
- Smoking is not allowed inside the cabin.
Site types & loops
- No electricity is provided; bring battery-powered lights.
- Motor homes, camp trailers, and horses are not allowed at this site.
Amenities
- A non-flushing bathroom is available nearby with toilet paper.
- Guests should bring all necessary supplies as limited supplies are available on-site.
Vehicles & parking
- Do not lock or block the entrance gate; locks will be removed if done so.
General
- Click here for more information on the Dixie National Forest
Pets
- Pets are strictly prohibited inside the cabin.
Fires & fuel
- Do not move firewood; obtain it locally to prevent pests.
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Nearby destinations
Last updated: October 17, 2026
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