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Johnson Creek Guard Station

US Forest Service · Idaho

Johnson Creek Guard Station in Idaho. Ringed marker is this site; the other dots are the 722 public campsites we map in Idaho.

Johnson Creek Guard Station was built in 1922 and offers a charming mountain respite with modern conveniences. The cabin offers nearly everything needed for a pleasant and comfortable stay. Peak season for the cabin is typically early June through late September. It can be accessed by most vehicles via dirt and gravel roads, but trailers are not recommended. Recreation The cabin is near several trailheads into the Frank Church - River of No Return Wilderness.

What we know about it

Managed by
US Forest Service
Fee
$100/night
Booking
Reservation required
Dogs
Allowed on a leash (USFS policy)
Site type
RV & Tent Campground
Suits an RV
Yes
Phone
208-382-7400
Coordinates
44.92806, -115.47750

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Source: Recreation.gov, dated 2026-02-25, fetched 2026-09-07. Official listing.

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