SCALER GUARD STATION
SCALER GUARD STATION
SCALER GUARD STATION
SCALER GUARD STATION
SCALER GUARD STATION

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Pet Friendly Pet Friendly
Bedrooms Bedrooms
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Kitchen Kitchen

About Scaler Guard Station

Historic Scaler Guard Station, located 78 mi north of Kemmerer, Wyoming, provides an excellent hideaway for cabin camping enthusiasts. The cabin allows pets and horses. Hiking, biking, and horseback riding trails are in the vicinity. Constructed by the Civilian Conservation Corps, the former ranger guard station dates back to 1937.

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2026 (Current year)

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Campground Amenities

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Pet friendly Pet friendly
Bedrooms Bedrooms
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Kitchen Kitchen
Pets and Policies

Pets and Policies

  • Pet friendly

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CABIN, Loop: SCGS

🏠 Cabin
  • 6 guests

Site Details

Up to 6 guests
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Surface: Gravel
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Reviews

30 reviews

Summary

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The Scaler Guard Station offers a peaceful cabin experience with access to recreational activities, making it a great base for fishing and snowmobiling. Guests appreciate the enjoyable atmosphere and the opportunity for pets to explore. However, some issues were noted, including a lack of propane, limited firewood availability, and occasional disturbances from nearby gatherings.

Based on guest feedback

4.0

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5 stars 40.0% (12)
4 stars 33.3% (10)
3 stars 16.7% (5)
2 stars 6.7% (2)
1 star 3.3% (1)

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Ray D

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October 7, 2026 Stayed at: CABIN, Loop: SCGS

I was not able to get to location to stay.

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Scott K

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September 27, 2026 Stayed at: CABIN, Loop: SCGS

I strongly support providing funding to establish a reliable water supply at Scaler Cabin. Access to water is a basic infrastructure need that will improve the safety, usability, and long-term sustainability of the facility. This is a practical investment that protects the value of the existing infrastructure while ensuring Scaler Cabin can continue to serve the public effectively. I respectfully encourage approval and prioritization of the necessary funding.

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Quincy S

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August 24, 2026 Stayed at: CABIN, Loop: SCGS

The oven and stove worked great! The cabin was clean and had intresting letf over items from years of people staying there. Trails from the cabin were great!. Loved our stay

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Robert G

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July 1, 2026 Stayed at: CABIN, Loop: SCGS

Loved my time there and my experiences. I was up there to go fishing, and the cabin location was a good base.

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Brian R

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February 16, 2026 Stayed at: CABIN, Loop: SCGS

We stayed at the Scaler cabin in the winter months. We rode snowmobiles there and then into the Upper Greys River area. It was a nice place to stay. We should have brought extra fuel for our snowmobiles.

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Brian R

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February 16, 2026 Stayed at: CABIN, Loop: SCGS

We stayed at the Scaler cabin in the winter months. We rode snowmobiles there and then into the Upper Greys River area. It was a nice place to stay. We should have brought extra fuel for our snowmobiles.

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Gordon F

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September 17, 2025 Stayed at: CABIN, Loop: SCGS

I've stayed a Scaler several times. It's a peaceful location with recreational activities nearby. Be sure to bring your own water. TP was low in the outside toilet so this would be a good item to have as well. Dogs will have a great time chasing chipmunks as they scurry along the fences.

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Gordon F

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September 17, 2025 Stayed at: CABIN, Loop: SCGS

I've stayed a Scaler several times. It's a peaceful location with recreational activities nearby. Be sure to bring your own water. TP was low in the outside toilet so this would be a good item to have as well. Dogs will have a great time chasing chipmunks as they scurry along the fences.

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Jeff M

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August 8, 2025 Stayed at: CABIN, Loop: SCGS

We were supposed to have propane. Without it we had to use headlamps in the evening to do anything. The next to last night a family reunion started with about 35 RVs and numerous people using the outhouse next to our cabin until midnight. I realize that Recreation,gov couldn't do anything about that, but it contributed to a less than stellar stay.

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Jeff M

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August 8, 2025 Stayed at: CABIN, Loop: SCGS

We were supposed to have propane. Without it we had to use headlamps in the evening to do anything. The next to last night a family reunion started with about 35 RVs and numerous people using the outhouse next to our cabin until midnight. I realize that Recreation,gov couldn't do anything about that, but it contributed to a less than stellar stay.

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Location & Directions for Scaler Guard Station

308 Us Hwy 189 N, Kemmerer, WY 83101 United States

Elevation: 2,445 ft

Getting There

From Kemmerer, WY, follow US-189 north to the junction of La Barge Road, just south of the town of La Barge. Turn left on La Barge Road and drive 25 mi to the forest boundary. (The first 11 mi of this road are paved.) Continue on La Barge Road/For...

Nearest town

Kemmerer, WY - 76 mi

About 2 hr (120 min) to downtown

Highway access

Scaler Guard Station is accessible via US-189, which is approximately 25 miles away from Kemmerer, WY, and connects to La Barge Road.

Policies & Rules

General

  • A combination will be sent to you via email at a later date.
  • Winter access is by snowmobile only on a 16-mile trail
  • Summer access is on gravel and dirt roads; high clearance vehicles are strongly recommended. OHV requires the Wyoming State Registration both winter and summer. Click here for more information Wyoming State Trails
  • Horses must be watered from the creek; do not fill stock tanks with water from cabin
  • Hay must be certified weed-free, Never leave animals unattended.
  • Please bring garbage bags; this is a 'pack it in, pack it out' facility
  • Please clean cabin before leaving; cleaning supplies are NOT provided other than a broom and mop.
  • No cell phone coverage available
  • No smoking allowed
  • Bears frequent the area; be aware of bear safety
  • Beware of poisonous chemicals used to control rodent population, Do not leave mouse traps set when you leave
  • NO bedding or toiletries are provided
  • Click here to learn more about the Bridger-Teton National Forest
  • 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.
  • Pets are welcome, clean up after them inside and out. Do NOT allow them to harrass the wildlife.

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Last updated: October 24, 2026

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