Warning
GeneralDue to wildfire and flood damage in the area, the Pine Valley Guard Station is closed indefinitely. All reservations through 12/31/26 will be refunded. Thank you for understanding.
About Pine Valley Guard Station
Seasonal information
2026 Season availability
Campground Amenities
Water Access
- Lake Access
Cabin, Loop: Pine Valley
- 6 guests
Site Details
Reviews (41)
What Guests Are Saying
Pine Valley Guard Station offers a beautiful location for a summer getaway, with fishing opportunities and a serene environment. However, guests have reported significant maintenance and cleanliness issues, including dirty conditions, malfunctioning outlets, and a lack of communication regarding closures. Despite these drawbacks, many visitors appreciate the rustic charm and continue to return for the scenic experience.
What Guests Are Saying
Pine Valley Guard Station offers a beautiful location for a summer getaway, with fishing opportunities and a serene environment. However, guests have reported significant maintenance and cleanliness issues, including dirty conditions, malfunctioning outlets, and a lack of communication regarding closures. Despite these drawbacks, many visitors appreciate the rustic charm and continue to return for the scenic experience.
Review Summary
Lisa R
VerifiedJanuary 12, 2020 • Stayed at: Cabin, Loop: Pine Valley
We had a very good time. Cabin was adequate. We did however have someone break out with lice after our stay. Can't help but think possible they got it there.
Location & Directions for Pine Valley Guard Station
North Pine Valley Road, Pine Valley, UT 84781 United States
Elevation: 2,073 ft
Getting There
From Exit 6 in St. George, Utah, turn north onto Bluff Street, which turns into Utah Highway 18 North; continue to follow for 27 mi. Turn east onto Pine Valley Highway and travel 6.9 mi into Pine Valley. From the Pine Valley stop sign, turn east o...
From Exit 6 in St. George, Utah, turn north onto Bluff Street, which turns into Utah Highway 18 North; continue to follow for 27 mi. Turn east onto Pine Valley Highway and travel 6.9 mi into Pine Valley. From the Pine Valley stop sign, turn east onto Main Street and follow 2 mi to the Pine Valley Recreation Area. The Guard Station is located a quarter mile past the reservoir parking lot on the north side of the road.
During winter months, there is a 1.5 mi cross-country ski, snowshoe or walk into the cabin from the winter trailhead at the entrance to the Pine Valley Recreation
Area.
Highway access
The Pine Valley Guard Station is accessible via Utah Highway 18 North, which connects to Exit 6 in St. George. The location is approximately 27 miles from this highway junction and can be further reached by Pine Valley Highway.
Policies & Rules
Arrival & departure
Check in time
2PM
Check out time
11AM
General
- Please be advised, the guard station is not cleaned between guests. Guests are requested to clean up after themselves at the end of their stay and ready the cabin for the next guest. Please bring garbage bags and clean the facility before leaving as this is a 'pack it in, pack it out' site. Limited cleaning supplies are provided. Visitors must clean up after their stay. Thank you for working together to make sure we can keep this cabin open for enjoyment during the off-season!
- During the months of October through April guests may need to hike, snowshoe, or cross country ski 1.5 miles into the Pine Valley Guard Station due to seasonal gate closures.
- Running potable water is available Memorial Day through Labor Day. The hot water is not currently working, but potable cold water is still operational.
- Entry to the cabin is by combination lock. Please review confirmation email for this combination.
- All Forest Service cabin rentals are non-smoking facilities.
- No pets are allowed in the cabin.
- No saddle, pack or draft animals allowed on premisis.
- Please do not use tents, motorhomes, or RVs on the guard station site.
- Please be careful with the screen doors, they are old and fragile.
- You may contact the Pine Valley Ranger District prior to arriving at the cabin to check on any new restrictions or conditions, such as fire or road closures, weather, storms, etc., that may affect the your visit.
- 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 dontmovefirewood.org.
- Firewood is stocked for use in the outdoor fire ring.
- Click here for more information about Dixie National Forest.
Warnings & Advisories
Warning
GeneralDue to wildfire and flood damage in the area, the Pine Valley Guard Station is closed indefinitely. All reservations through 12/31/26 will be refunded. Thank you for understanding.
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Last updated: October 19, 2026
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