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Trout Creek Guard Station

Ashley National Forest — lakeside, fishing, hiking

Location: VERNAL, UT, UT

Price: From $60 per night

Rating: 4.5 out of 5 (16 reviews)

Season: May through October

Trout Creek Guard Station is located in the Trout Creek area, approximately 21 miles west of U.S. Highway 191 near Vernal, in eastern Utah. It is part of the beautiful Ashley National Forest.

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/trout-creek-guard-station to be notified when sites open up.

Historic 1934 CCC-built guard station in Ashley National Forest with excellent 5/5 Google rating. Campers praise it as a cozy, remote hidden gem with rustic charm and unique character.

Wildlife alert: American Elk, Northern Flying Squirrel, Snowshoe Hare, Yellow-bellied Marmot, and various birds including Bald Eagles present in the area.

Insider tips for Trout Creek Guard Station: Book early — federal campground with only 1 site fills quickly Arrive before dark; remote location 21 miles west of US Highway 191 near Vernal Running water available in summer only; plan accordingly for winter visits

Skip Trout Creek Guard Station if: Seeking hookups — no hookups available. Need winter access — seasonal operations May through October only. Prefer large campgrounds — only 1 tent site.

Best time to visit Trout Creek Guard Station: May-October — Official operating season. Summer months have running water; winter access not recommended..

Nearby campgrounds: Carter Military Trail Yurt (VERNAL, UT), Iron Springs Group Ashley (Vernal, UT), Grizzly Ridge Yurt (VERNAL, UT), Summit Springs Guard Station (Pleasant Grove, UT).

Cell Phone Coverage at Trout Creek Guard Station

Cell signal at Trout Creek 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★ 4.5 (16 reviews)From $60/nightFederal campground · book on Recreation.gov
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    Trout Creek Guard Station is located in the Trout Creek area, approximately 21 miles west of U.S. Highway 191 near Vernal, in eastern Utah. It is part of the beautiful Ashley National Forest.

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    Verified facts

    RIDB / Recreation.gov official database
    Check-in2:00 PM
    Check-out12:00 PM
    SeasonMay through October
    Stay limit14 days
    HookupsNo hookups.
    ADA sites1 sites
    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:✕ Seeking hookups — no hookups available✕ Need winter access — seasonal operations May through October only✕ Prefer large campgrounds — only 1 tent site

    Insider tips & when to go

    CamperWatch intel · hand-curated entry

    Book early

    federal campground with only 1 site fills quickly

    Arrive before dark; remote location 21 miles west of US Highway 191 near Vernal

    Running water available in summer only; plan accordingly for winter visits

    Best: May-October

    Official operating season. Summer months have running water; winter access not recommended.

    Things to do nearby

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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: American Elk, Northern Flying Squirrel, Snowshoe Hare, Yellow-bellied Marmot, and various birds including Bald Eagles present in the area.

    Location

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    Getting there →

    Follow the mileage indications below and look for signs on the ground when traveling to Trout Creek Guard Station. Leave with plenty of time to arrive at the guard station before dark. From Vernal, travel north on U.S. Highway 191/Vernal Avenue for approximately 20 miles. Turn left (west) on Forest Road 020/018; a paved parking lot with a restroom is located at this intersection. Follow paved Forest Road 020 northwest approximately 9 miles. The pavement ends and the road turns to gravel after th

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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 Trout Creek Guard Station cost per night?+
    Trout Creek Guard Station costs $60 per night. Hookup options: No hookups.
    What season is Trout Creek Guard Station open?+
    Trout Creek Guard Station is open May through October. Check-in is 2:00 PM, check-out is 12:00 PM.
    Does Trout Creek Guard Station have hookups?+
    No hookups.
    What is the maximum RV length at Trout Creek Guard Station?+
    Trout Creek Guard Station is primarily a tent camping facility.
    How do I make reservations at Trout Creek Guard Station?+
    Trout Creek 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 Trout Creek Guard Station?+
    According to FCC coverage maps, cell signal at Trout Creek Guard Station is rated none. FCC maps show theoretical coverage — actual signal in remote or heavily forested areas may be weaker.
    What season is Trout Creek Guard Station open, and what are check-in times?+
    Trout Creek Guard Station is open May through October. Check-in is 2:00 PM, check-out is 12:00 PM.
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    $60 /night★ 4.5 (16)
    SeasonMay through October
    Check-in2:00 PM
    Check-out12:00 PM
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