Post Creek Guard Station

Cabin, lookout or rental

Cabin / lookout rental · USDA Forest Service Fees: reservable on Recreation.gov (nightly fee) Overview Post Creek Guard Station was built in 1934 by the Civilian Conservation Corps for use as a wildfire lookout. It is now available for recreational use. This historic guard station is eligible for inclusion to the National Register of Historic Places. Guests can drive to Post Creek Guard Station, though much of the trip is on gravel Forest roads, depending upon which route is chosen. This charming cabin offers beautiful views of the nearby mountains and forest. Some amenities are provided, but guests will have to bring supplies and gear. Post Creek Guard Station offers the chance to relish the peace and quiet in a beautiful, secluded location. Recreation Post Creek Guard Station is an ideal location to relax and enjoy the view. Guests who want to do something a bit more active can find hiking and other recreational activities in the nearby wilderness. On hot days guests can… Getting there: From I-5, take California State Highway 36 West. From US-101 take California State Highway 36 East. Once on CA-36, there are two options. Option 1 is a bit longer but the majority of the trip is on paved Forest roads. Option 2 is shorter, but all of the trip is on gravel Forest roads. Call the Ranger Station before you go for more information on road conditions. DO NOT rely on any sort of GPS devices or online mapping programs to get you to Post Creek Guard Station. They are not accurate and… Phone: (530) 623-2121 Official page: https://www.recreation.gov/camping/campgrounds/234404 Source: Recreation.gov. Fees and seasons change; check the official page before you go. Photos: Corinne Corson, US Forest Service

Official information from the managing agency. Fees, seasons and closures change; check before you go.

Camp spots nearby

Post Creek LookoutCabin, lookout or rental
Beegum Gorge CampgroundFree or paid (not confirmed)
White Rock CampgroundFree or paid (not confirmed)
Tomhead Saddle CampgroundFree or paid (not confirmed)
Basin Gulch CampgroundFree or paid (not confirmed)
Deerlick Springs CampgroundFree or paid (not confirmed)
Green Springs CampgroundFree or paid (not confirmed)
Hammerhorn CampgroundPaid or permit campsite

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