US lakes & pondsUS lakes & pondsCampground · National forest in Garfield County, Utah.
| Managed by | USDA Forest Service (Dixie National Forest) |
|---|---|
| Campsites | 1 |
| Site types | 1 cabin no electric |
| Longest RV/trailer site | 30 ft |
| Dogs allowed | Yes |
| Fees | <p>Site type is Cabin non-electric.</p> |
| Phone | (435) 826-5499 |
| Reservations | Recreation.gov |
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Cowpuncher Guard Station is located in the Dixie National Forest, 20 miles northeast of the town of Escalante in southern Utah. The cabin is situated just off the Hells Backbone Road and is accessed by road during summer and fall. Roads are usually closed by snow 5.5 miles from the cabin from late November to mid-April. Check the ranger station for winter conditions. Recreation The cabin is surrounded by trails, including the Great Western Trail which offer abundant opportunities for hiking, mountain biking and horseback riding. Pine Creek flows through the site offering excellent trout fishing.
Description: Recreation.gov (U.S. federal government, public domain), shortened.
Lakes and ponds on LakeRipple within 10 miles, closest first (straight-line distance to the shoreline). Each page has boat launches, beaches, fishing and today's weather.
Cowpuncher Guard Station Campground is in Garfield County.
Sources: Recreation.gov (RIDB). Pulled Oct 12, 2026. Interactive map: Leaflet with © OpenStreetMap contributors. Seasons, rates and rules change; confirm with the campground.