Pine Valley Guard Station
Pine Valley Guard Station is a national forest campground in Utah. Hookups: electric.
- Type
- National forest campground
- Location
- Utah
- Coordinates
- 37.37861, -113.47000
- Hookups
- Electric
- Activities
- Amphitheater, Biking, Birding, Camping, Cross Country Skiing, Day Use Area, Fishing, Hiking, Photography, Picnicking, Snowshoeing, Star Gazing
- Map
- Open in OpenStreetMap
- Phone
- 435-652-3100
Amenities
- Reservable sites
Only amenities a source confirms are listed; an amenity missing here is unknown, not absent.
About Pine Valley Guard Station
Overview Pine Valley Guard Station is located in scenic Pine Valley Recreation Area, about 45 minutes from St. George, Utah. Built in 1935 by the Civilian Conservation Corps, the station was used to house a recreation guard during the summer months to assist the visiting public. The cabin is open year-round and is accessible by vehicle during good road conditions. Winter use of the cabin may require snowshoeing, hiking or cross-country skiing about 1.5 miles from the trailhead at the entrance to the Pine Valley Recreation Area. Many modern amenities are offered, including electricity. Guests only need to bring a few of their own supplies to have a truly comfortable stay in this charming retreat within the Dixie National Forest. Recreation The cabin is centrally located within the Pine Valley Recreation Area, in close proximity to fishing at Pine Valley Reservoir. This small, quiet reservoir offers a scenic location to fish for rainbow trout. Numerous non-motorized trails provide access into the Pine Valley Mountain Wilderness. The winter landscape provides opportunities for snowshoeing and cross-country skiing. Facilities The cabin retains historic qualities of the original building, with the added feature of electricity. Six people can sleep comfortably on one futon and one set of double/twin bunk beds with mattresses. An electric fireplace heater is available in place of the old wood burning stove. The kitchen is equipped with an electric range, refrigerator, lights
Cell coverage
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Nearby RV services
- Dump station
- Maverik · 16 mi
- Water fill
- None mapped within 50 mi
- Propane
- Capital Fuels · 15 mi
- Low clearances
- None mapped within 10 mi
- Off-road routes
- 131 designated routes (143 mi) within 10 mi
Other places to stay nearby
| Name | Type | Distance | Fee | Hookups |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pine Valley Recreation Area | National forest campground | 0.2 mi | — | Electric |
| Effie Beckstrom West Site | Private campground | 0.3 mi | — | — |
| Pine Valley Recreation Area | National forest campground | 0.3 mi | — | — |
| Effie Beckstrom East Site | Private campground | 0.3 mi | — | — |
| Dean Gardner Campground | Private campground | 0.3 mi | — | — |
| Crackfoot Campground | Private campground | 0.5 mi | — | — |
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Sources. Recreation.gov (RIDB). Updated June 2026. Facility facts only; DryRig does not publish ratings or reviews on this page.