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Post Creek Guard Station
9 mi south of Platina, CA · Verizon 5G
About Post Creek Guard Station
Post Creek Guard Station was built in 1934 by the Civilian Conservation Corps for use as a wildfire lookout. It is now available for recreational use. This historic guard station is eligible for inclusion to the National Register of Historic Places. Guests can drive to Post Creek Guard Station, though much of the trip is on gravel Forest roads, depending upon which route is chosen. This charming cabin offers beautiful views of the nearby mountains and forest. Some amenities are provided, but guests will have to bring supplies and gear. Post Creek Guard Station offers the chance to relish the peace and quiet in a beautiful, secluded location. Post Creek Guard Station is an ideal location to relax and enjoy the view. Guests who want to do something a bit more active can find hiking and other recreational activities in the nearby wilderness. On hot days guests can take a dip in the…
- Managed by: Shasta-Trinity National Forest, FS
- Where: 9 mi south of Platina, CA · 40.23333, -122.91694
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Official page for this camp (fees, closures, booking)
Weather by month
Typical daily highs and lows (°F), 1991–2020 NOAA normals. Best months: May–Oct (comfortable days, mild nights, little rain). Nights below freezing: Dec–Mar.
Fly over it in 3D, check today's weather and fire news, plan the drive and print a trip plan.
Trails near camp
| Trail | Open to | From camp | Length |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tedoc Gap | ATV road | 0.1 mi | 2.0 mi |
| Post Creek | ATV road | 0.3 mi | 5.6 mi |
| Rat Trap Ridge | ATV / OHV, Dirt bike | 1.1 mi | 2.2 mi |
| Cold Fork Ridge | Horse | 2.3 mi | 4.0 mi |
| North Yolla Bolly Lake | Horse | 2.4 mi | 4.4 mi |
Straight-line distance from camp, from Forest Service, BLM, state and OpenStreetMap trail data.
Good to know
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From the carriers' FCC coverage maps, which tend to be generous.The Milky Way casts shadows and the sky is crowded with stars.
Class 1 of 9, from NASA/NOAA night-light data.Camps nearby
- Post Creek Lookout 0.8 mi
- Barker Camp 3.4 mi
- Beegum Gorge Campground 5.6 mi
- Yolla Bolla Area 5.7 mi
- White Rock Campground 6 mi
- Chicago Camp 6.6 mi