Jeffrey R
VerifiedJuly 7, 2021 Stayed at: GA01, Loop: SUMMIT SPRINGS GUARD STATION
The Summit Springs Guard Station is a great place and great setting.
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About Summit Springs Guard Station
Summit Springs Guard Station is located a couple of miles off the Sheep Creek Geological Loop southwest of Flaming Gorge in the high Uinta Mountain Range. The Civilian Conservation Corps built the complex in 1931 as part of Franklin D. Roosevelt's New Deal. It was one of 11 guard stations built in the area to serve as homes for rangers who patrolled the forest on horseback prior to the modern age of vehicles. The complex includes the guard station, bunkhouse, parking area, and fenced yard. It is listed on the National Register of Historic Places. The Ashley National Forest has chosen to rehabilitate and rent this guard station and bunkhouse to the public so that guests can enjoy a rustic experience similar to that of the first rangers. It is available from mid-May through mid-September.
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GA01, Loop: SUMMIT SPRINGS GUARD STATION
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- Pet Friendly
- Gravel
- Driveway entry: Parallel
Site Details
Up to 40 guests
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Surface: Gravel
Driveway entry: Parallel
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Pet Friendly
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Jeffrey R
VerifiedJuly 7, 2021 Stayed at: GA01, Loop: SUMMIT SPRINGS GUARD STATION
The Summit Springs Guard Station is a great place and great setting.
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Chelsie J
VerifiedJune 26, 2021 Stayed at: GA01, Loop: SUMMIT SPRINGS GUARD STATION
The facility was everything that we needed it to be. Beautiful location, and exactly what we were looking for. The camp hosts were really not great. They were camping there with their friends, they were having a party. We paid 800 for this spot and during our meeting at 8 pm they had loud music, really loud laughing and party. It was disappointing to have the camp hosts be like that. The bunkhouse was not unlocked when we got there, the host was really rude about where we parked the campers (but no one was there to let us know where to park) Hours after we got there he came and yelled at us to pull forward 3 ft. Had to hook back on a move it. The place is great, the host, not so much.
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Chelsie J
VerifiedJune 26, 2021 Stayed at: GA01, Loop: SUMMIT SPRINGS GUARD STATION
The facility was everything that we needed it to be. Beautiful location, and exactly what we were looking for. The camp hosts were really not great. They were camping there with their friends, they were having a party. We paid 800 for this spot and during our meeting at 8 pm they had loud music, really loud laughing and party. It was disappointing to have the camp hosts be like that. The bunkhouse was not unlocked when we got there, the host was really rude about where we parked the campers (but no one was there to let us know where to park) Hours after we got there he came and yelled at us to pull forward 3 ft. Had to hook back on a move it. The place is great, the host, not so much.
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Chelsie J
VerifiedJune 26, 2021 Stayed at: GA01, Loop: SUMMIT SPRINGS GUARD STATION
The facility was everything that we needed it to be. Beautiful location, and exactly what we were looking for. The camp hosts were really not great. They were camping there with their friends, they were having a party. We paid 800 for this spot and during our meeting at 8 pm they had loud music, really loud laughing and party. It was disappointing to have the camp hosts be like that. The bunkhouse was not unlocked when we got there, the host was really rude about where we parked the campers (but no one was there to let us know where to park) Hours after we got there he came and yelled at us to pull forward 3 ft. Had to hook back on a move it. The place is great, the host, not so much.
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Brenda C
VerifiedJune 19, 2021 Stayed at: GA01, Loop: SUMMIT SPRINGS GUARD STATION
Be aware that there is a camp host camped very close by in an area that appears to be for your use.
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Brenda C
VerifiedJune 19, 2021 Stayed at: GA01, Loop: SUMMIT SPRINGS GUARD STATION
Be aware that there is a camp host camped very close by in an area that appears to be for your use.
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Brenda C
VerifiedJune 19, 2021 Stayed at: GA01, Loop: SUMMIT SPRINGS GUARD STATION
Be aware that there is a camp host camped very close by in an area that appears to be for your use.
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Sylvia J
VerifiedJune 29, 2020 Stayed at: GA01, Loop: SUMMIT SPRINGS GUARD STATION
I rented the property for our family reunion. We has 23 people attending. We love the houses, the children especially love the bunk House. The adults enjoyed the main house. It is so nice to have a bathroom with showers and a nice equipped kitchen. Outside is beautiful, with many tables for eating and entertaining our group. The extra property allowed a trailer to join our group. We all had a wonderful time. We would easily rent it again.
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Sylvia J
VerifiedJune 29, 2020 Stayed at: GA01, Loop: SUMMIT SPRINGS GUARD STATION
I rented the property for our family reunion. We has 23 people attending. We love the houses, the children especially love the bunk House. The adults enjoyed the main house. It is so nice to have a bathroom with showers and a nice equipped kitchen. Outside is beautiful, with many tables for eating and entertaining our group. The extra property allowed a trailer to join our group. We all had a wonderful time. We would easily rent it again.
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Location & Directions for Summit Springs Guard Station
260 S 2500 W, Pleasant Grove, UT 84062 United States
Elevation: 2,514 ft
Getting There
From Manila, UT at the intersection UT 43 and UT 44: Turn south on UT 44 (between Forest Service Office and Brownings restaurant). Drive 13 mi to the upper (second) road to Sheep Creek Geological Loop. Turn right onto the Loop, drive 2 mi to FS 36...
From Manila, UT at the intersection UT 43 and UT 44: Turn south on UT 44 (between Forest Service Office and Brownings restaurant). Drive 13 mi to the upper (second) road to Sheep Creek Geological Loop. Turn right onto the Loop, drive 2 mi to FS 364, and turn left onto the drive into Summit Springs.
From Vernal, UT turn north on US 191. Drive 34.8 mi to Greendale Junction. Continue onto UT 44. Drive 14.7 mi to the upper (first) road to Sheep Creek Geological Loop. Turn left onto the Loop, drive 2 mi to FS 364, and turn left onto the drive into Summit Springs.
Policies & Rules
Arrival & departure
- Check-in starts at 2 PM and check-out is by 11 AM.
- Staff are onsite to provide access upon arrival.
- Contact customer service at 801-226-3564 or via email for assistance.
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.
Safety & rules
- Generators for electricity are not available; guests must bring their own generator and non-flammable light sources.
- Guests must bring their own linens, dishes, silverware, cups, and glasses; pans are provided.
- Limited lighting is available; no outlets for electronic appliances or items.
Pets
- Pets are allowed only outside; no pets in buildings.
Utilities
- Water availability is from May 15 to September 15, weather permitting.
Site capacity
- The cabin accommodates 1 bedroom and 8 beds; propane heating and showers are provided. Booking for 1-8 persons is at a lower rate, but the bunkhouse will be locked.
- The bunkhouse has 1 bedroom and 12 beds, heated by a wood stove. Booking for 9-40 persons grants access to both the bunkhouse and cabin; tents and RVs are allowed.
Local regulations
- Off-road vehicles may only be used on authorized roads, trails, and routes as shown on the Ashley National Forest Travel Map.
Fees & deposits
- Accepted senior passes must be applied at booking for single sites to receive discounts.
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Last updated: October 24, 2026
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