Forest Glen Guard Station
Ruth, California · 2,520 ft · In Shasta-Trinity National Forest
Photos: Logan MacLaren, US Forest Service
Wildfire 47 mi E: Blue, 38 acres
At a glance
4 of 8 facts known · recreation.gov, checked Sep 24, 2026
- Elevation
- 2,520 ft (768 m)2,520 ft768 m
Sites1
Forest Glen Guard Station lists no loops, so its sites are listed here. Pick a site to see its details.
All 1 shown · by site number
From recreation.gov's site list, Oct 10, 2026.
Amenities
From Recreation.gov, Recreation.gov — campground rate cards · Correct
- Campfires allowed
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Overview
This historic guard station offers a unique stay in the oldest Forest Service building on the Shasta-Trinity National Forest. This charming two-story structure was built in 1916 under the direction of John T. Grey, District Ranger of the Mad River Ranger District on the old Trinity National Forest.
Visitors can relax on the front porch and enjoy the tranquil surroundings from mid-April to the beginning of December.
From Recreation.gov and Recreation.gov — campground rate cards · · Edit
Cell service
Report signalFCC map: no coverage reported
- VerizonNo coverage on FCC map
- AT&TNo coverage on FCC map
- T-MobileNo coverage on FCC map
Cell service at Forest Glen Guard Station: FCC map Dec 2025
Weather
National Weather Service
- TueSunny74°35°
- WedSunny81°45°
- ThuSunny85°44°
- FriSunny87°44°
- SatSunny79°40°
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Location and contact
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