Aquarius Ranger Station
The Aquarius Ranger Station location is in Loa, Utah
84747. This page provides detailed contact information for this campground location including the campground phone number, office hours, reservation information and driving directions.
If you have any questions about the Aquarius Ranger Station facility, or if you need to reserve a campsite, then call the campground listed below.
Address
P.O Box 129 138 South Main St
Loa
Utah
84747
Phone number
435-836-2811
Campground information Loa, Utah
Overview
Aquarius Ranger Station is located about 15 miles south of Loa, in eastern Utah. It sits on the west side of beautiful Boulder Mountain, which makes up half of the expansive Aquarius Plateau. The station was built by the Civilian Conservation Corps in 1937 and was used by generations of Forest Service employees working in the surrounding back country.
Recreational activities abound in the surrounding area. Guests enjoy fishing in many lakes on Boulder Top, and exploring local trails.
Recreation
Pine Creek Reservoir is less than a mile from the ranger station. This small lake covers three acres, and offers fishing for brook trout. Cook Lake, Miller Lake and numerous additional fishing lakes are scattered across Boulder Top.
Many hiking, biking and off-road vehicle trails meander through the surrounding area. The Great Western Trail spans nearly 4,500 miles through five states, and runs alongside the station. Hikers, horseback riders, mountain bikers and off-road enthusiasts love this spectacular trail.
Big game hunting for black bear, mule deer, elk, grouse and antelope is also a popular activity.
Facilities
The Aquarius Ranger Station Complex can accommodate a maximum of 20 people, with four inside and 16 camped outside in tents or RVs. The rustic two-room cabin sleeps four people comfortably on one double bed and one set of bunk beds. No linens or bedding are provided. Two or three RVs and several tents are allowed outside.
The cabin is equipped with a table and chairs, a wood stove and propane appliances including a cook stove and oven, and hot water heater. Some pots and pans, dishes and utensils are provided, but guests are encouraged to bring their own.
A vault toilet is located adjacent to the cabin, as is a campfire circle and several picnic tables. Potable water is available inside the cabin and at a hydrant outside. Solar lighting is available inside the cabin.
Please note: pets are not allowed inside the Ranger Station.
No smoking in the Ranger Station.
Natural Features
The ranger station is situated at the edge of a meadow lined with aspens and mixed conifers, at an elevation of 8,700 feet. Grasses, sagebrush and summer wildflowers fill the meadow. From the front porch, guests are awarded scenic views of surrounding area. Summer days are warm and nights are cool.
Boulder Mountain rises to an elevation of 11,317 feet. Capitol Reef National Park lies on its eastern edge. Boulder is comprised of over 50,000 acres of rolling pine, spruce and aspen forests on its slopes and broad, lake-studded meadows on its top.
Frequently Asked Questions About P.O Box 129 138 South Main St Loa, UT
How do I make a reservation with Aquarius Ranger Station?
To make reservations at Aquarius Ranger Station, you can call the office at 435-836-2811.
Where is Aquarius Ranger Station located?
The Aquarius Ranger Station is located at P.O Box 129 138 South Main St in Loa,
. This is the location you will need to go to for camping and information.
Does Aquarius Ranger Station have tent or RV camping?
Aquarius Ranger Station offers both tent and RV camping, but to confirm you will need to call the office at 435-836-2811 to make sure things haven’t changed.