Forest Glen Guard Station

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WEAVERVILLE RANGER STATION, PO BOX 1190
WEAVERVILLE, CA 96093

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.

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.

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.

Nearby Attractions

South Fork National Recreation Trail, South Fork Trinity River, South Fork Mountain Ridge, Ruth Lake.

Camp site features

Across 1 camp site:

  • Pets allowed: all 1 sites
  • Largest party: 8 people

Directions

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. 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. 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. 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. The Forest Glen Guard Station is the first cabin on the right.

Stay Limit

Check in from 2 PM, check out by 12 PM.

Reviews

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Chris C
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Reviewed 14 days ago
Wonderful long weekend visit. The AC was a delight as was the Trinity River. A power outage at 11pm was worrisome, but the local utility got it fixed before 3AM. They were very nice folks too. We had everything we needed. Beds were comfortable too. We will be back
Lynn F
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Reviewed 10 months ago
I deeply value that when smoke made access to the outdoors impossible a refund was promptly forthcoming. Thank you! Thank you!
Pandora B
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Reviewed 2 years ago
Beautiful location with a rustic cabin. Nice swimming hole across the street and the kitchen has everything you need to cook with.
Susan W
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Reviewed 2 years ago
I have been going to Forest Glen since 1982. Some family members have been going much longer. We are a deer hunting family. Every year camping was an amazing get together at Forest Glen. I'm saddened for the destruction of the area, by the fires. I'm saddened that the forest service has done very little to clean up the camping areas. Scott's flat is a disaster and ugly. Hells gate campground is tree less, with no shade. Forest Glen campground fared a little better. But, I love the area, with so many good memories. And the choice to stay at the cabin was perfect this time around. The cabin has everything you need to be comfortable, shower, refrigerator, pots and pans, heater, and AC. Just to name a few. The river trail is beautiful, once you get past the burn scars. Nice easy day hike.
Miranda A
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Reviewed 2 years ago
This was a cute lil cabin loved it but considering the price they should do a weekly or atleast biweekly deep clean on the location. Beds were comfy it was awesome they had some fire wood available but we did have to dig out the fire pit as it was very full. Overall would recommend and stay again
James P
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Reviewed 2 years ago
We enjoyed our stay and the cabin was comfortable.
Availability

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Popularity: Moderate

Busiest in August, when about 59% of guest capacity is reserved. Based on 11 years of reservations.

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