Currier Guard Station operated as a guard station from the 1950’s-1970’s for seasonal Forest Service employees. Every summer workers would stay there while they completed maintenance logging, spring, and pipe range projects. Today Currier Guard Station is a popular getaway for relaxation in a natural, forested setting.
The guard station features rustic camp decor like the log-built bunk beds, table and chairs, rocking chair, and even deer antler door handles on the outhouse. Other amenities include a propane stove, refrigerator, sink, dishes, cooking gear, and flatware. Lanterns and a furnace add extra warmth and ambience. The guard station sleeps up to four people. For outdoor comfort guests can relax in the chairs, enjoy the stunning vistas while dining at the picnic table, or cozy up around the fire ring. Guests must bring drinking water and all other supplies.
Near the guard station lies a pastoral meadow where elk and deer like to graze. Hiking and fishing opportunities await in the Sycan Scenic River area. Brook trout inhabit the Sycan River, which lies just a half-mile from the guard station. There isn’t a formal trail so carefully consult the map and go exploring.
- Availability: Currier Guard Station is available for rent June 15 through October 15.
- Price and Capacity: $40 per night, per group, with a maximum of four occupants (a maximum of two adults is recommended). Fees are used directly for the maintenance and preservation of the lookout.
- Reservations: Online at: www.recreation.gov or by telephone at 877-444-6777.
History
Currier Guard Station, named after a local ranch owner, was constructed in 1933 as an out station of Paisley Ranger District to house forest fire prevention and suppression crews in the field. Fire crews occupied the station seasonally until the early 1990s.
