Post Creek Guard Station
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.
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Site mix
| Cabins | 1 |
Site guide
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| Site | Entry | Shade | People / vehicles | Fires |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 001 | Back-in | Partial | 6 / 2 | Yes |
Per-site records as published by the managing agency on Recreation.gov. Blank cells mean the agency listed nothing for that site. Check-in 2:00 PM, checkout 12:00 PM.
Amenities & rules
| Pets | Allowed |
| Campfires | Allowed, subject to restrictions |
This 19x30 cabin accommodates up to four people comfortably and has two rooms. The kitchen is equipped with a table and chairs and is fully stocked with pots, pans, dishes, and utensils. There are two-barrel chairs and a coffee table in the living area. Sleeping accommodations include a queen bed, a twin bed, and a futon bed on which guests can pullout and sleeping bags can be placed on the floor to accommodate a total of six people in the cabin. There is a flushing toilet and water for dishes inside the cabin. A fire pit and picnic table are located outside. The cabin does not have electricity, heat, a stove or refrigerator. Guests should bring their own potable water for drinking, cooking and washing; all linens including sheets, blankets, sleeping bags and/or blankets, and pillows; kitchen linens; and a camp cook stove with fuel. The use of portable stoves using gas, jellied petroleum or pressurized liquid fuel are allowed outside with a valid California Campfire Permit.
Individual sites vary. Confirm on Recreation.gov or with the managing office.
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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.
| Nearest town | Weaverville, California |
| Coordinates | 40.2333° N, 122.9169° W · Directions ↗ |
Fire nearby
- PrescribedFive-7 Rx
35 mi from the campground
- PrescribedFive-6 Rx
36 mi from the campground
- PrescribedShf Rx
39 mi from the campground
Distance is to the reported incident point, not the fire edge. Call the managing office before you drive.
Supplies & services
| Dump station | Dump station ↗ | 33.5 mi |
| Outdoor gear | Trinity Outdoors ↗ | 33.7 mi |
| RV sales & service | RV sales & service ↗ | 34.9 mi |
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Explore
Worth a stop
Guests may wish to explore the many hiking trails and mountain lakes in the nearby Yolla Bolly-Middle Eel Wilderness or dip in the cold water at Beegum Creek.
- 14.3 miIdes Cove Backpacker Trailhead ↗Trailhead
- 14.6 miIdes Cove Horsepacker Trailhead ↗Trailhead
Trails nearby
- 1.1 miRat Trap Ridge2.2 mi trail · hiking, horse, bike, 4WD
- 2.3 miCold Fork Ridge4 mi trail · hiking, horse
- 2.4 miNorth Yolla Bolly Lake ↗4.6 mi trail · hiking, horse, bike
- 3 miWells Creek Peak4.2 mi trail · hiking, horse, bike
- 3.4 miPettyjohn4 mi trail · hiking, horse
- 3.6 miBarker Camp Tie1.1 mi trail · hiking, horse
Trail and trailhead records are the Forest Service's. Distances are straight-line to the nearer trail end. Trail conditions are not tracked here.
Public land it sits in
Yolla Bolly-Middle Eel Wilderness begins about 4.2 miles away, and it is the closest of these.
- 4.2 miYolla Bolly-Middle Eel Wilderness ↗Wilderness · BLM/FS · 182,298 acres
- 12.8 miShasta-Trinity National Forest ↗National Forest · Forest Service · 2,715,499 acres
- 14.6 miChanchelulla Wilderness ↗Wilderness · Forest Service · 8,022 acres
Each unit is published as a centre point and an acreage rather than a boundary, so this section stands it in for a circle of the same area. Whether a campground is inside, and how far it is from one it is outside, are both approximate.
Other campgrounds nearby
Cabin and lookout rentals nearby
Natural features
The guard station is located in the Hayfork area of the Shasta-Trinity National Forest on a ridgeline above Beegum Gorge. Beegum Creek, which is just to the north of the cabin, is a major waterway in this area. The Yolla Bolly Mountains in the Yolla Bolly-Middle Eel Wilderness are to the south.
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 take a dip in the swimming hole at Post Creek, located a quarter mile from the guard station.
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Reference
Questions people ask
Do I need a reservation at Post Creek Guard Station?
Sites at Post Creek Guard Station are reservable on Recreation.gov. Any walk-up sites are listed on the booking page.
Source: Recreation.gov
What time is check-in at Post Creek Guard Station?
Check-in 2:00 PM, checkout 12:00 PM.
Source: Recreation.gov
How many sites does Post Creek Guard Station have?
1 site, including 1 cabin.
Source: Recreation.gov
Are pets allowed at Post Creek Guard Station?
Yes, pets are allowed at Post Creek Guard Station. Leash rules apply.
Source: Recreation.gov
Can I have a campfire at Post Creek Guard Station?
Fires are allowed in the provided rings under normal conditions. As of 2026-10-16, there are 3 active fires within 50 miles, so check current restrictions before you light one.
Source: Fire nearby
What is there to do at Post Creek Guard Station?
Post Creek Guard Station is an ideal location to relax and enjoy the view. The Recreation section on this page has the rest.
Source: Recreation
What is the nearest town to Post Creek Guard Station?
Weaverville, California. Guests may wish to explore the many hiking trails and mountain lakes in the nearby Yolla Bolly-Middle Eel Wilderness or dip in the cold water at Beegum Creek.
Source: Getting there
What if Post Creek Guard Station is full?
The nearest public campgrounds are Beegum Gorge Campground (5.6 mi, first-come), Basin Gulch Campground (8.5 mi, first-come), and Green Springs Campground (18 mi, first-come).
Source: Campgrounds nearby