Paradise Guard Station

Ashley National Forest — lakeside, fishing, hiking

Location: VERNAL, UT, UT

Price: From $50 per night

Rating: 4.8 out of 5 (12 reviews)

Season: Year-round

Paradise Guard Station is located on the Ashley National Forest, approximately 25 air miles northwest of Vernal, in eastern Utah. Folklore states the district ranger built the cabin in his spare time in 1922 and it has changed very little since then. In 1929, the Bartlett Sawmill was built just 75 yards south.

Cell coverage (FCC estimate): none signal. Actual signal may vary in remote areas.

Amenities: Fire Rings, Picnic Tables, Vault Toilets, Fishing

Availability alerts: Set a free cancellation alert at camperwatch.org/campground/paradise-guard-station to be notified when sites open up.

Historic 1922 guard station on Ashley National Forest with excellent reviews (5/5 from 4 campers) praising its cleanliness and unique character. Offers diverse recreation including fishing, hiking, biking, and wildlife viewing.

Wildlife alert: Mountain goats, moose, and American badgers present in area. Also Clark's nutcrackers, steller's jays, and dusky grouse.

Insider tips for Paradise Guard Station: Book early — it's a federal campground with only 1 tent site Arrive before dark; remote location 25 air miles northwest of Vernal requires extra travel time Historic site with 1922 cabin and remnants of 1929 Bartlett Sawmill nearby

Skip Paradise Guard Station if: You need hookups — no hookups available. You require modern amenities — this is a historic guard station with vault toilets only.

Best time to visit Paradise Guard Station: Year-round — Campground operates year-round per verified data.

Nearby campgrounds: Carter Military Trail Yurt (VERNAL, UT), Uinta River Group (Duchesne, UT), Trout Creek Guard Station (VERNAL, UT), Browne Lake Group Sites (Manila, UT).

Cell Phone Coverage at Paradise Guard Station

Cell signal at Paradise Guard Station (VERNAL, UT): none overall signal based on FCC broadband data.

Coverage data source: FCC Broadband Data Collection (BDC). Actual signal may vary due to terrain, tree cover, and distance from towers. Camper reports are more reliable than coverage maps in remote areas.

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VERNAL, UT, UT★ 4.8 (12 reviews)From $50/nightFederal campground · book on Recreation.gov
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Paradise Guard Station is located on the Ashley National Forest, approximately 25 air miles northwest of Vernal, in eastern Utah. Folklore states the district ranger built the cabin in his spare time in 1922 and it has changed very little since then. In 1929, the Bartlett Sawmill was built just 75 yards south.

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Verified facts

RIDB / Recreation.gov official database
Check-in2:00 PM
Check-out12:00 PM
SeasonYear-round
Stay limit14 days
HookupsNo hookups.
PetsAllowed
CampfiresAllowed
Max/site6 people

Amenities

RIDB /facilities /campsites · owner-verified
Essentials
Fire RingsFishing
Recreation
Picnic Tables
Family & Pets
Vault Toilets

Straight talk

CamperWatch intel · curated from camper reports

Known issues, each with the workaround. Read before you book.

Known issuesFederal campground — book early. No hookups at most sites. Seasonal operations.
Skip it if:✕ You need hookups — no hookups available✕ You require modern amenities — this is a historic guard station with vault toilets only

Insider tips & when to go

CamperWatch intel · hand-curated entry

Book early

it's a federal campground with only 1 tent site

Arrive before dark; remote location 25 air miles northwest of Vernal requires extra travel time

Historic site with 1922 cabin and remnants of 1929 Bartlett Sawmill nearby

Best: Year-round

Campground operates year-round per verified data

Things to do nearby

RIDB /activities /recareas + intel

Conditions today

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Cell signal

FCC BDC · quarterly dataset
T-Mobile
4G · 0%
Verizon
4G · 0%
AT&T
4G · 0%

FCC maps are theoretical — camper reports confirm signal.

Wildlife nearby

iNaturalist · research-grade · 8 km
Alert: Mountain goats, moose, and American badgers present in area. Also Clark's nutcrackers, steller's jays, and dusky grouse.

Location

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Follow the mileage indications below and look for signs on the ground when traveling to Paradise Guard Station. Leave with plenty of time to arrive at the guard station before dark. From Vernal, travel west on Highway 121/Maeser-Lapoint Highway, toward Lapoint. After passing the landfill and descending the hill along the curved road, some houses come into view. While approaching Deep Creek Road, look for brown signs to Paradise Park Reservoir. Turn right (north) at Deep Creek Road (approximately

Campground entrance

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Pro tips

  • Book on recreation.gov exactly 6 months ahead at 10am ET — Ashley National Forest fills fast in peak season.
  • Check current road conditions at Ashley National Forest before arrival — seasonal closures common.

Frequently asked questions

RIDB facts + intel · FAQPage schema, speakable
How much does Paradise Guard Station cost per night?+
Paradise Guard Station costs $50 per night. Hookup options: No hookups.
What season is Paradise Guard Station open?+
Paradise Guard Station is open Year-round. Check-in is 2:00 PM, check-out is 12:00 PM.
Does Paradise Guard Station have hookups?+
No hookups.
What is the maximum RV length at Paradise Guard Station?+
Paradise Guard Station is primarily a tent camping facility.
How do I make reservations at Paradise Guard Station?+
Paradise Guard Station is a federal campground — book 6 months ahead at Recreation.gov. Set a free CamperWatch cancellation alert to be notified the moment a site opens.
What is the cell service like at Paradise Guard Station?+
According to FCC coverage maps, cell signal at Paradise Guard Station is rated none. FCC maps show theoretical coverage — actual signal in remote or heavily forested areas may be weaker.
What season is Paradise Guard Station open, and what are check-in times?+
Paradise Guard Station is open Year-round. Check-in is 2:00 PM, check-out is 12:00 PM.
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National Weather Service — Live hourly forecast + active alerts
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Google Air Quality API — Live AQI at exact campground coordinates
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iNaturalist — Research-grade wildlife within 8km
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Google Pollen API — Today’s tree, grass & weed pollen forecast
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FCC Broadband Map — Verizon, AT&T, T-Mobile 4G/5G coverage data
broadbandmap.fcc.gov · quarterly
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Google Street View — Campground entrance & access road imagery
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RIDB — ADA sites, hookups, toilets, pets, campfire rules, bear boxes, max RV, activities, contact, directions
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$50 /night★ 4.8 (12)
SeasonYear-round
Check-in2:00 PM
Check-out12:00 PM
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