Front Hill Guard Station overview
Front Hill Guard Station
Visitors to the Front Hill Guard Station can explore the station's historic buildings, including the ranger's quarters, the barn, and the corral. The station also offers stunning views of the surrounding forest and mountains, making it a great spot for photography.
One of the unique things visitors may see at the Front Hill Guard Station is the original stone fireplace that was built by the rangers in the early 1900s. This fireplace still stands today and is a testament to the craftsmanship of the rangers who built it.
Another highlight of the Front Hill Guard Station is the interpretive displays that provide information about the history of the area and the role of the forest rangers in protecting the forest. Visitors can learn about the challenges that rangers faced in the early 1900s, such as wildfires and illegal logging, and how they worked to overcome these challenges.
Overall, the Front Hill Guard Station is a must-visit location for anyone interested in the history of the Lincoln National Forest. The stunning views, historic buildings, and interpretive displays make it a unique and educational experience for visitors of all ages.
Plan your visit down to the hour
Same weather feed Snoflo's iOS app uses -- updated continuously from NOAA / yr.no.
Next 5 days, hour by hour
Temperature line with weather symbols on top, snow + rain accumulation as columns, humidity as a dotted line.
5-day forecast table
Every 3 hours, broken out across temperature, snow, rain, humidity, and wind.
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15-day temperature & precipitation
Daily temperatures, snow, and rain projected over the next two weeks.
Plan a longer trip
The closest parks, campgrounds, fishing spots, and other landmarks so a quick visit can grow into a full day.
Parks
- North Mesa Picnic Area And Play Lot
- Ashley Pond
- Picnic Area
- Xeriscape Demo Garden
- Walnut St Playlot
- Orange St Playlot
Campgrounds
- Juniper - Bandelier National Monument
- Ponderosa Reservation Group Campground
- Santa Clara Canyon Campground
- Las Conchas
- Tetilla Peak - Cochiti Lake
- Cochiti - Cochiti Lake
Responsible visitation & Leave No Trace
- Know before you go
- Check the operator's site (BLM, NPS, state agency, or private owner) for access rules, permits, and seasonal closures before driving out.
- Stay on trail
- Many points of interest sit in fragile ecosystems. Stick to marked paths to protect vegetation and prevent erosion.
- Respect wildlife
- Observe from a distance, never feed wildlife, and give nesting birds and denning mammals plenty of space.
- Pack it in, pack it out
- Take all trash, food scraps, and gear back with you. Remote sites often have no trash service.
- Leave what you find
- Don't take rocks, plants, fossils, or artifacts. Federal law protects cultural and natural resources on public land.
Set push alerts in the Snoflo app
Save Front Hill Guard Station as a favorite, set a weather threshold (precipitation, freezing temperatures), and the iOS app will push the moment conditions cross.
About Front Hill Guard Station
What is Front Hill Guard Station?
A point of interest in New-Mexico tracked by Snoflo -- typically a scenic landmark, named summit, monument, or viewpoint.
How fresh is the weather data?
The hourly forecast updates throughout the day from NOAA / yr.no public feeds.
When is the best time to visit?
Use the 15-day temperature & precipitation outlook on this page to pick a window with comfortable temperatures and low precipitation.
How do I get there?
Tap Directions in the hero above for Google Maps driving directions, or Open in map to center the Snoflo interactive map on the spot.
Can I get alerts when conditions change?
Yes -- alerts are managed in the Snoflo iOS app. Favorite this POI, set a threshold (temperature, precipitation), and you'll get a push the moment it crosses.
Other points of interest near here
Snoflo-tracked landmarks within driving distance of Front Hill Guard Station.