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Moon Lake Guard Station

Ashley National Forest, Utah

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As of September 2026, Moon Lake Guard Station is a campground in Ashley National Forest, Utah with 1 campsite. Moon Lake Guard Station is booked through Recreation.gov.

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Moon Lake Guard Station is located at 40.5685° N, 110.5117° W.

people allowed on each site: 4

Moon Lake Guard Station reservations and next available dates

September 2026

October 2026

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Stay and booking rules

Maximum consecutive stay: 3 consecutive nights
Minimum stay: 1 consecutive nights

Published by Recreation.gov for Moon Lake Guard Station, read on September 29, 2026.

Campsites at Moon Lake Guard Station

Cabin 1

Amenities

restrooms
showers
potable water

At a glance: Setting: Mountain.

Things to do: fishing, boating, hiking, wildlife, climbing, photography, horse riding.

All sites at Moon Lake Guard Station, as listed by Recreation.gov

Site	Type	Sleeps
Moon Lake Guard Station Cabin	Cabin	4

About Moon Lake Guard Station

Overview

Welcome to one of the gateways to the High Uintas Wilderness with multiple recreation opportunities. Moon Lake Guard Station is located near the shores of the scenic two mile long Moon Lake on the southern slope of the 13,000 foot peaked Uinta Mountains. Visitors come to enjoy cool mountain air, fishing, canoeing and motor boating, scenic vistas, hiking trails and horse rides.

Recreation

Moon Lake offers great boating, canoeing and fishing. Anglers fish for tiger, rainbows, cutthroat, and brook trout, kokanee salmon, splake, and artic grayling. Tiger and rainbow trout are actively stocked annualy. The Lake Fork Trail and Brown Duck Mountain Loop hiking/esquestrain trails begin at Moon Lake Campground offering excellent opportunities in the High Uintas Wilderness where numerous alpine lakes provide great backcountry fishing. The Fish Creek Trail begins at the Moon Lake Dam and ascends northeast up to Center Park, climbing 8,200' to 10,400' over 5.6 miles.

Moon Lake Resort is adjacent to the Guard Station and offers small engine boat rentals. Flying J Outfitters is located one mile before Moon Lake Campground, at the Lake Fork Trailhead. They offer both scheduled and walk-up horse rides as well as drop and pack trips into the High Uintas Wilderness.

Facilities

The Guard Station cabin can sleep a maximum of four overnight guest. The cabin contains one twin-size bunk bed and one queen size bed, though no linens, bedding or pillows are provided. Level parking is provided for a maximum of two vehicles. The cabin has flush toilet, running water, shower, wood stove, and electric lights with modern appliances. No tent or RV camping is allowed.

There is no campfire ring and no fires are allowed.

Family reunions or other large gatherings (more than four people) are not allowed.

Guest are expected to clean the cabin before leaving.

Natural Features

The Guard Station is situated near the lake shore at an elevation of 8,000 feet where lodgepole pine, aspen, and Douglas fir provide shade away from the lake. Wildlife and flowers both flourish in the canyon.

Nearby Attractions

Moon Lake Campground and Moon Lake Resort are adjacent to the Guard Station.

Rules and notices at Moon Lake Guard Station

Recreation.gov does not date these notices. We last read them on September 29, 2026. Check Moon Lake Guard Station on Recreation.gov

Notices from Recreation.gov

Call the District Office at (435) 738-2482 three days prior to a reserved visit to confirm lock combination.

Off-road vehicles are allowed only on authorized roads, trails and routes as identified on the Ashley National Forest Roosevelt Ranger District Travel Map.

Don't Move Firewood: Help prevent the spread of tree-killing pest in our National Forest by obtaning firewood near your desination and burning it on-site. For more information visit dontmovefirewood.org.

No tents or RV's allowed

Pets are allowed in the cabin but are not allowed on furniture. When not in the cabin pets must be on a six foot or less leash at all times when inside a developed site boundary. When your pet is out in the General Forest Area (outside a Developed Site Area) it must be either on a leash or under your direct control. The pets must not be left unattended in the cabin. Pet owners will be held liable for any damages done.

Click here for more information on the Ashley National Forest, or call (435) 789-1181.

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Moon Lake Guard Station FAQ

How hard is it to get a campsite at Moon Lake Guard Station?

Moon Lake Guard Station is rated "Hard to Book" based on historical demand. This campground is popular and often books out weeks in advance. Your best strategy is to monitor cancellations.

How do I find last-minute availability at Moon Lake Guard Station?

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How many campsites does Moon Lake Guard Station have?

Moon Lake Guard Station has 1 campsites.