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Ledgefork Guard Station — Uinta Wasatch Cache National Forest

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Ledgefork Guard Station is located in the Uinta-Wasatch-Cache National Forest near Kamas, UT. The area features forested terrain with elevations that can influence temperatures, ranging from 30°F in winter to 80°F in summer. Campers can explore nearby attractions such as the Mirror Lake Scenic Byway and the Provo River, which offer opportunities for hiking and fishing.

Description

USDA Forest Service

Uinta-Wasatch-Cache National Forest

Overview

Ledgefork Guard Station is located just above Smith and Morehouse Reservoir on the western edge of the Uinta Mountains in northeastern Utah. Visitors enjoy fishing, canoeing and exploring the Smith and Morehouse Trail. This is a unique recreational experience of staying in a historic Forest Service cabin while providing funds for the ongoing maintenance and renovation of these historic buildings.__

Recreation

The Smith and Morehouse reservoir is open to motorized boats, though a wake-less speed is enforced, making it an excellent place for canoeing and kayaking. A boat ramp is located on the northwest shore. Anglers enjoy fishing for stocked rainbow trout and other native fish species. The 12-mile round-trip Smith and Morehouse Trail is popular with hikers and backpackers. The trail begins in the campground and leads through forests, meadows and a marsh before spurring off to Erickson Basin and Island Lake.

Facilities

Natural Features

The cabin is surrounded by a scenic conifer and aspen forest. A variety of wildlife makes its home around the reservoir, including moose and deer.__

Nearby Attractions

Mirror Lake Scenic Byway, Length 65 miles/104 km, Time to allow: 2 hours. Heading east from Kamas through the national forest, Mirror Lake Highway is one of the most popular mountain routes in the state. The road winds through farm and ranch lands and rises to heavily forested mountain terrain accented by the meadows and rugged peaks. There are numerous access points into the High Uinta Wilderness along this byway.

Charges & Cancellations

Rules & Reservation Policies__

Fee Info

$147.00 - 8 people, 2 vehicles $10.00 Extra Vehicle

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Location

Ledgefork Guard Station — Uinta Wasatch Cache National Forest is located in Utah

Directions

From Salt Lake City:__ From I 15, take I 80E past Park City to either Hwy 189 or Wanship. On 189, travel SE to Kearns Blvd/SR 248. Continue east on SR 248 to Browns Canyon Rd. Travel E/NE on Browns Canyon until it connects with SR 32 just north of Peoa. Turn south onto SR32 and travel until it becomes North Bench and then Weber Canyon Rd. From Wanship, take SR 32 past Rockport State Park to Peoa. At Peoa, SR32 becomes North Bench Rd and then Weber Canyon Rd. Stay on Weber Canyon Rd to FR 33. Turn right (south) onto FR 33 and travel past Smith Morehouse Reservoir to Ledgefork. (FR33 distance ~16 miles)__ From Utah County (Provo):__ Follow US 189 (University Ave.) through Provo Canyon to Heber City. At the junction in Heber, turn left and stay on 189 going north until you reach SR32. Turn right (east) on SR32 and travel past Jordanelle State Park to Francis. At Francis, turn left (north) onto Main St. Stay on Main st. until it becomes New Lane Rd in Oakley. Stay on New Lane Rd to Weber Canyon Rs. Turn right (east) onto Weber Canyon Rd. Stay on Weber Canyon Rd to FR 33. Turn right (south) onto FR 33 and travel past Smith Morehouse Reservoir to Ledgefork. (FR33 distance ~16 miles)__