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
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.
Magdalena J
VerifiedNovember 1, 2021 • Stayed at: 001, Loop: POGS
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Magdalena J
VerifiedNovember 1, 2021 • Stayed at: 001, Loop: POGS
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Shane D
VerifiedAugust 19, 2021 • Stayed at: 001, Loop: POGS
Fun place , has the basics , great place if your riding the trails. We traveled 165 mi in SXS in 3 days. Great access from here.
Could use a little paint and updating. But overall good. Plenty of wildlife to view also, nice bucks.
The first 7 mi was a wash boardy, needs to be grated.
I"ll be back
gpskid
Shane D
VerifiedAugust 19, 2021 • Stayed at: 001, Loop: POGS
Fun place , has the basics , great place if your riding the trails. We traveled 165 mi in SXS in 3 days. Great access from here.
Could use a little paint and updating. But overall good. Plenty of wildlife to view also, nice bucks.
The first 7 mi was a wash boardy, needs to be grated.
I"ll be back
gpskid
David C
VerifiedAugust 16, 2021 • Stayed at: 001, Loop: POGS
The cabin is set in a most beautiful valley with a stream running between the cabin and the gravel road. My kids enjoyed the "maze" of growth between the cabin and the stream as well as playing in the stream. Tropic Reservoir is only 7 mi away and is a great place to spend the afternoon.
This cabin will be one that we definitely return to.
Only downside is the ATV traffic on the road, if you leave the gate open for any amount of time they will start to come up to the cabin to use the vaulted toilet which is a huge nuisance if you have little kids or dogs.
David C
VerifiedAugust 16, 2021 • Stayed at: 001, Loop: POGS
The cabin is set in a most beautiful valley with a stream running between the cabin and the gravel road. My kids enjoyed the "maze" of growth between the cabin and the stream as well as playing in the stream. Tropic Reservoir is only 7 mi away and is a great place to spend the afternoon.
This cabin will be one that we definitely return to.
Only downside is the ATV traffic on the road, if you leave the gate open for any amount of time they will start to come up to the cabin to use the vaulted toilet which is a huge nuisance if you have little kids or dogs.
Shana L
VerifiedJuly 30, 2021 • Stayed at: 001, Loop: POGS
Kids loved it! We will be back! Thank you
Shana L
VerifiedJuly 30, 2021 • Stayed at: 001, Loop: POGS
Kids loved it! We will be back! Thank you
John O
VerifiedJune 18, 2021 • Stayed at: 001, Loop: POGS
Stayed here with my seven-year-old and my two-year-old and they both loved it. The cabin was clean and easy to use. You could tell that the local forest service really took care of the place.
The stove kept the cabin warm and we were treated to nightly visits by deer and elk. I highly recommend this cabin for a family escape off the grid.
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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