Forest Glen Guard Station
FOREST GLEN GUARD STATION
Part of Shasta-Trinity National Forest
Overview
This historic guard station offers a unique stay in the oldest Forest Service building on the Shasta-Trinity National Forest. This charming two-story structure was built in 1916 under the direction of John T. Grey, District Ranger of the Mad River Ranger District on the old Trinity National Forest.
Visitors can relax on the front porch and enjoy the tranquil surroundings from mid-April to the beginning of December.
Facilities
The cabin has electricity. The lower level has a living area with two barrel chairs and a double futon, along with a large kitchen area equipped with a cook stove and refrigerator, dining table, and chairs. The kitchen is fully stocked with dishes, pots, pans, and utensils.
There is an indoor bathroom with flush toilet. There are 4 twin beds, and a double futon, and sleeping bags can be placed on the floor to accommodate a total of eight people in the cabin. Visitors should bring all bed linens (e.g., sheets, blankets, sleeping bags and/or blankets, pillows), kitchen linens, and bath towels.
A fire pit, Adirondak chairs, and picnic table are provided outside.
Space heaters are in the cabin.
Natural Features
Forest Glen Guard Station is located in the Hayfork Area, an area rich in natural beauty. One of its three major watersheds is the South Fork Trinity River, which is adjacent to the guard station and considered to be one of wildest and most scenic waterways in northern California. Glen Creek flows year round right next to the cabin. The surrounding area is forested with ponderosa pine, Douglas Fir, and oak. There are many numerous open meadows in the area.Recreation
The South Fork National Recreational Trail can be accessed one and a half miles up the road from the cabin, or from the Scott Flat Campground when conditions permit crossing the swinging footbridge. The trail is 21 miles long, but the first 7.2-miles that parallel the South Fork Trinity River are the most traversed. The trail offers numerous scenic views. Visitors may also want to drive to Ruth Lake for a picnic and additional hiking, which is about a 45 minute drive west of the cabin. Visitors can find a few excellent swimming holes on the South Fork Trinity River.Nearby Attractions
South Fork National Recreation Trail, South Fork Trinity River, South Fork Mountain Ridge, Ruth Lake.Important Notices
Please call the Weaverville Ranger Station at (530) 623-2121 to confirm lock combination 4 days prior to arrival.
- Smoking is prohibited inside the cabin; smoking must be done within enclosed vehicles during extreme fire conditions.
- Please keep cabin clean.
- Guests should fuel up and get their supplies (including wood for the fire ring) on the way to the cabin as accessibility to stores and fuel is limited once at the cabin. The nearest place to purchase groceries or fuel is in Hayfork, approximately 30 minutes from the cabin. Grocery stores have limited hours. The nearest town for supplies traveling west from I-5 is Red Bluff; the nearest place traveling east from US-101 is Fortuna.
Guests should be aware that there is a risk of exposure to Hanta Virus when visiting remote cabins; click here to learn more. Hanta Virus Information
Click here for more information about Shasta-Trinity National Forest
- Don't Move Firewood: Protect California's forests from tree-killing pests by buying your firewood locally and burning it on-site. For more information visit firewood.ca.gov.
A California campfire permit can be obtained at any Forest Service or California Department of Forestry Office or online at California Campfire Permit. California Campfire Permit
Available Activities
- Swimming Site - Swimming Site
- Wildlife Viewing - Wildlife Viewing
- Hunting - Hunting
- Hiking - Hiking
- Camping - Camping
- Historic & Cultural Site - Historic & Cultural Site
- Biking - Biking
- Backpacking - Backpacking
- Fire Lookouts/Cabins Overnight - Fire Lookouts/Cabins Overnight
- Photography - Photography
- Tubing - Tubing
Directions
<p>Please note: Do NOT rely on GPS systems, particularly those on phones, as this can result in you being led off track onto Forest roads that cannot be traversed with all vehicle types. The cabin is off of a major Northern California Highway; there is no appropriate or direct route via gravel or dirt forest roads, except for the very short traverse to the cabin on the 1S26 Road directly off of CA-36. <br><br>Coming from the south on I-5, take California State Highway 36 West at Red Bluff. Continue on CA-36 West for approximately 75 miles to Forest Glen. Pass Forest Glen Campground on the north (right), cross the South Fork Trinity River Bridge and turn south (left) directly after crossing the bridge onto Forest Road 1S26. <br><br><br>Coming from the north on I-5, take either California State Highway 36 West (directions above) or California State Highway 299 West (follow signs from I-5). Once on CA-299, go west for approximately 37 miles. Turn south (left) on CA-3 directly before Douglas City. Follow CA-3 South for approximately 35 miles (passing through Hayfork) to the junction of CA-3 and CA-36. Turn west (right) on CA-36 and continue to Forest Glen. Pass Forest Glen Campground on the north (right), cross the South Fork Trinity River Bridge and turn south (left) directly after crossing the bridge onto Forest Road 1S26. <br><br><br>Coming from the west on US-101, take California State Highway 36 East. Continue on CA-36 East for approximately 60 miles toward Forest Glen. Turn south (right) on Forest Road 1S26 directly before crossing the South Fork Trinity River Bridge. <br> <br><br>The Forest Glen Guard Station is the first cabin on the right.</p>
Contact Information
Phone: (530) 623-2121
WEAVERVILLE RANGER STATIONPO BOX 1190
WEAVERVILLE, CA 96093
