Mammoth Cabin
The Mammoth Guard station is located at 8,600 feet in elevation. There are two cabins on the grounds. The Mammoth Cabin was built on site while the Lake Cabin was moved to the site from its original location in the 1980s. Both cabins were constructed in the 1930s serving as forest ranger and fire crew dwellings for many years. The cabins overlook a wide expanse of sagebrush valleys with timbered slopes and ridgelines. The grounds that cabins are located is also an active administrative site. Visitors can expect to see Forest Service personnel using the grounds adjacent to the cabins. Travel Trailers and RVs are not permitted at this facility.
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Site mix
| Cabins | 2 |
Site guide
2 sites. Tap a filter to narrow the list; the map follows.
| Site | Fits, ft | Surface | Shade | People / vehicles | Fires | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lake Cabin | 200 | Gravel | 4 / 2 | Yes | Prime | |
| Mammoth Dwelling | 200 | Gravel | Partial | 4 / 2 | Yes | Prime |
Per-site records as published by the managing agency on Recreation.gov. Blank cells mean the agency listed nothing for that site. Check-in 3:00 PM, checkout 11:00 AM.
Amenities & rules
| Campfires | Allowed, subject to restrictions |
| Tent pads | Yes |
The Mammoth Cabin and Lake Cabin have water with a flush toilet and shower in the bathrooms; kitchens are equipped with sinks, stove, and simple cookware (pots/pans, silverware, utensils). Basic cleaning supplies are provided along with toilet paper. The Mammoth Cabin has two sets of bunk beds with mattresses. The Lake Cabin has two sets of bunk beds with mattresses. The Mammoth Cabin and Lake Cabin can be reserved either individually or together. The Mammoth Cabin has a wood burning stove as an additional source of heat. Pets are not permitted inside the cabins.The garage is used by Forest Service personnel. Please do not block access to the garage.
Individual sites vary. Confirm on Recreation.gov or with the managing office.
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Getting there
From Fairview, Utah, for 8.5 miles proceed east on Utah Highway 31. Then turn east (left) to Utah highway 264 for.2 miles, then turn left (north) through the paved parking lot to the gravel road, then right (FS road 0124 downhill).
| Nearest town | Ephraim, Utah |
| Coordinates | 39.6961° N, 111.3056° W · Directions ↗ |
Good to know
- A refrigeration unit is not available in the cabins so please plan accordingly.
Fire nearby
- PrescribedSan Pitch Rx
33 mi from the campground · 15 acres
- PrescribedSpring Dell Rx
47 mi from the campground
Distance is to the reported incident point, not the fire edge. Call the managing office before you drive.
Supplies & services
| RV sales & service | Western Range Camps ↗ | 14.4 mi |
| Dump station | Dump station ↗ | 21.6 mi |
| Outdoor gear | IFA Country Store ↗ | 28.2 mi |
Locations © OpenStreetMap contributors. Call ahead; hours change seasonally.
Explore
Worth a stop
Located in the Fairview City Museum there is a life size replica of a Columbian Mammoth that was found approximately 10 miles southeast of the cabins. The museum also offers exhibits with artifacts and history from the native people of the area as well as a history of the later settlers. There is access to the 350+ mile Arapeen trail system to the south as well as the Forest roads to the north.
- 8.3 miCandland Mountain Trailhead ↗Trailhead
- 9.1 miNorth Skyline/Fishcreek Trailhead ↗Trailhead
Trails nearby
- 1.4 miGooseberry Creek ↗5.3 mi trail · hiking, horse, bike
- 3.1 miCottonwood Ridge1.8 mi trail · hiking, horse, bike, motorcycle and 2 more
- 3.9 miOak Creek ↗5.7 mi trail · hiking, horse, bike
- 3.9 miMaple Fork0.9 mi trail · hiking, horse, bike
- 3.9 miWinter Quarters Canyon1.8 mi trail · hiking, horse, bike
- 4 miDry Creek Driveway3.2 mi trail · hiking, horse, bike
Trail and trailhead records are the Forest Service's. Distances are straight-line to the nearer trail end. Trail conditions are not tracked here.
Other campgrounds nearby
Cabin and lookout rentals nearby
On the National Register nearby
- James Anderson HouseBuilding · Fairview · 8.4 mi
- Fairview Amusement HallBuilding · Fairview · 8.6 mi
- Fairview City HallBuilding · Fairview · 8.6 mi
Natural features
The cabins are situated in a spruce, fir and aspen forest setting with many mature trees on the facility grounds. You can view wildlife from the front porch of either cabin in the open meadows in the immediate area, including deer, elk, badger, eagles, hawks and more. The Mammoth Cabin receives the most shaded sunlight, while the Lake Cabin receives more direct sunlight.
Recreation
Gooseberry Reservoir is located approximately one and a half miles to the north of the cabins. Fishing is available from the shore, however, the only boating allowed on the reservoir is non-motorized. The reservoir also has several RV sites which can accommodate larger RVs in addition to pit toilets. Gooseberry Campground is approximately 3/4 mile to the south and has several campsites for tents and small to medium RVs, drinking water, and pit toilets are available. A fee is required at both of these sites. Within 10 miles of the cabins, there are several other lakes and reservoirs. Please check fishing and boating laws for the reservoirs. Access to the Arapeen OHV trail system is available within a few miles of the cabins.
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Reference
Questions people ask
Do I need a reservation at Mammoth Cabin?
Sites at Mammoth Cabin are reservable on Recreation.gov. Any walk-up sites are listed on the booking page.
Source: Recreation.gov
What time is check-in at Mammoth Cabin?
Check-in 3:00 PM, checkout 11:00 AM.
Source: Recreation.gov
How many sites does Mammoth Cabin have?
2 sites, including 2 cabins.
Source: Recreation.gov
Are there showers or a dump station at Mammoth Cabin?
The Mammoth Cabin and Lake Cabin have water with a flush toilet and shower in the bathrooms; kitchens are equipped with sinks, stove, and simple cookware (pots/pans, silverware, utensils).
Source: Recreation.gov
Can I have a campfire at Mammoth Cabin?
Fires are allowed in the provided rings under normal conditions. As of 2026-10-16, there are 2 active fires within 50 miles, so check current restrictions before you light one.
Source: Fire nearby
What is there to do at Mammoth Cabin?
Gooseberry Reservoir is located approximately one and a half miles to the north of the cabins. The Recreation section on this page has the rest.
Source: Recreation
What is the nearest town to Mammoth Cabin?
Ephraim, Utah. Located in the Fairview City Museum there is a life size replica of a Columbian Mammoth that was found approximately 10 miles southeast of the cabins.
Source: Getting there
What if Mammoth Cabin is full?
The nearest public campgrounds are Gooseberry Creek Campground (0.8 mi), Gooseberry Reservoir (1.2 mi), and Flat Canyon (4.3 mi).
Source: Campgrounds nearby