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Rental Listing by National Forest Name: Ashley | Boise | Bridger-Teton | Caribou-Targhee | Dixie | Fishlake | Manti-LaSal | Payette | Salmon-Challis | Uinta | Wasatch-Cache

Message from the Regional Forester

Rustic guard stations, cabins and fire lookouts once used by Forest Rangers of the Intermountain Region can now be rented by visitors to our National Forests.

With few exceptions, the rental cabins are rustic and primitive. Many are in remote locations offering beautiful scenery and clean air. Wildlife is abundant in these natural settings.

These facilities belong to the American people. they are our treasures of times past - a direct link to the very environment their users worked so hard to care for. They are yours to use, but also yours to protect.

During your visit, I urge you to be sensitive to the condition of the land and the facilities you use. Don't leave litter - pack out what you pack in. Always ensure fires are dead out before leaving. Leave the facilities in the best condition possible so future users can enjoy their story.

As Regional Forester of the Intermountain Region, I invite you to enjoy these facilities and share our American heritage. Enjoy the scenic variety and beauty of the National Forests and have a safe and enjoyable stay.

 

Ashley

Vernal Ranger District

Colton Guard Station

Photo not available Location: 26 miles North of Vernal, UT.
Amenities: Indoor sink, shower, toilet, and refrigerator in summer. Outdoor privy in winter. Propane cook stove and wood stove heat year-round. Ski snowshoe, and snowmobile access in winter.
Capacity: 4
Fee: $40
Rental Period: 6/1 - 3/31

Paradise Guard Station

Photo not available Location: 40 miles North of Vernal, UT
Amenities: Indoor sink during summer. Outdoor privy only. Propane cook stove and wood stove heat year-round. Snowmobile access in winter.
Capacity: 4
Fee: $25
Rental Period: 6/1 - 3/31

Trout Creek Guard Station

Photo not available Location: 41 miles North of Vernal, UT
Amenities: Indoor sink and shower in summer. Outdoor privy only. Propane cook stove and wood stove year-round. Snowmobile access in winter.
Capacity: 4
Fee: $35
Rental Period: 6/1 - 3/31

Boise

Cascade Ranger District

Stolle Meadows Cabin

Photo not available Location: 25 miles East of Cascade, ID, then 6 miles off Warm Lake Highway on Road 474.
Amenities: Has wood heat and propane cook stove. Beds and mattresses provided. Outdoor privy. Drinking water is available. Room for livestock nearby. Access by cross-country ski or snowmobile in winter.
Capacity: 6
Fee: $40
Rental Period: Year-round except
4/1 to 4/15

Emmett Ranger District

Boiling Springs Cabin

Photo not available Location: 25 miles North of Crouch, ID
Amenities: Has propane/wood stove, propane refrigerator, and outdoor toilet facility. No facilities for livestock. Bring potable water and firewood.
Capacity: 6
Fee: $40
Rental Period: Year-round

Third Fork Cabin

Photo not available Location: 18 miles North of Ola, ID, on Road 618
Amenities: Has propane/wood stove, propane refrigerator and indoor restroom facilities. No facilities for livestock. Outdoor fire ring. Bring potable water. Managed by concessionaire.
Capacity: 4
Fee: $40/$50 from 4/15 - 5/23
Rental Period: 4/15 - last
weekend in
October

Deadwood Lookout Rec Cabin

Photo not available Location: 15 miles East of Garden Valley, ID
Amenities: Has wood cook/heat stove. There are two beds, but four people may sleep on the floor. Outdoor privy. Bring firewood and potable water. Outside fire ring for camp.
Capacity: 2-6
Fee: $30
Rental Period: 7/1 - 10/15

Idaho City Ranger District

Beaver Creek Cabin

Black and white photo of the Beaver Creek Ranger Station. - Click on it to see an enlarged view. Location: 21 miles Northeast of Idaho City, ID
Amenities: Has living room, two bedrooms, kitchen (propane cook stove and refrigerator), indoor privy and sink (available only in summer), and wood heat stove. No electricity.
Capacity: 6
Fee: $45
Rental Period: Year-round

Atlanta Cabin

Photo not available Location: 67 miles East of Idaho City, ID
Amenities: Has electricity, living room, kitchen (propane cook stove and wood heat stove), indoor privy and shower, and drinking water.
Capacity: 6
Fee: $45
Rental Period: 5/31 - 9/30

Barbar Flat Cabin

Photo not available Location: 26 miles East of Idaho City, ID
Amenities: Has living room, one bedroom, kitchen (propane cook stove and refrigerator), indoor privy and bathtub, and wood heat stove. No electricity.
Capacity: 6
Fee: $40
Rental Period: 5/31 - 9/30

Deer Park Cabin

Photo not available Location: 39 miles East of Idaho City, ID
Amenities: Has living room, kitchen (propane cook stove), wood heat stove, and outdoor privy. No electricity. Outside water pump.
Capacity: 4
Fee: $35
Rental Period: 5/31 - 9/30

Dutch Creek Cabin

Photo not available Location: 46 miles East of Idaho City, ID
Amenities: Has propane stove and refrigerator, indoor privy, shower, and drinking water. No electricity.
Capacity: 4
Fee: $40
Rental Period: 5/31 - 9/30

Dutch Creek Guard Station

Photo not available Location: 46 miles East of Idaho City, ID
Amenities: Has propane/wood stove and refrigerator, outdoor privy, and drinking water. Sink use is limited in winter. Corral available for stock use. No electricity.
Capacity: 8
Fee: $45
Rental Period: Year-round

Graham Cabin

Photo not available Location: 40 miles East of Idaho City, ID
Amenities: Has wood cooking/heating stove, sink for washing. No electricity, propane, or drinking water. Stock allowed.
Capacity: 6
Fee: $35
Rental Period: 7/17 - 9/30

Lowman Ranger District

Elk Creek No. 1 Cabin

Photo not available Location: 35 miles Northeast of Lowman, ID
Amenities: Has fireplace insert, wood cook and heat stove. Outdoor privy. Cross-country ski or snowmobile access only on popular snowmobile trail. Firewood is provided, but must be split.
Capacity: 10+
Fee: $40
Rental Period: 11/15 - 5/15

Elk Creek No. 2 Cabin

Photo not available Location: 35 miles Northeast of Lowman, ID
Amenities: Has wood cook/heat stove. Outdoor privy. Snowmobile access only on popular snowmobile trail. Firewood is provided, but must be split.
Capacity: 6-10
Fee: $35
Rental Period: 11/15 - 4/15

Warm Springs Guard Station

Photo not available Location: 18 miles East of Lowman, ID
Amenities: Cross-country ski or snowshoe in only. Wood heat stove. Camp stove recommended for cooking. Outdoor privy. Emergency telephone available. firewood is provided, but must be split.
Capacity: 2-6
Fee: $30
Rental Period: 11/15 - 4/15

Mountain Home Ranger District

Cottonwood Bunkhouse

Photo not available Location: 25 miles East of Boise, ID and 1 mile from Arrowrock Reservoir. Located within the Cottonwood Ranger Station.
Amenities: Has propane heat, refrigerator, cooking stove, indoor water and bathroom facilities. No bathtub or shower. Outdoor fire ring/grill and picnic table. Firewood provided with splitting maul and axe. No livestock facilities. Agency managed generator-provides lighting, which is limited to just a few hours daily, but not guaranteed. Alternative lighting would be required. Candles are not permitted. Four bunk bed sets with mattress in common sleeping room. Separate kitchen and bathroom facilities.
Capacity: 8
Fee: $35
Rental Period: 5/15 - 10/15

Cottonwood Ranger House

Photo not available Location: 25 miles East of Boise, ID and 1 mile from Arrowrock Reservoir. Located within the Cottonwood Ranger Station.
Amenities: Has propane heat, refrigerator, cooking stove, indoor water and full bathroom facilities. Outdoor fire ring/grill and picnic table. Firewood provided with splitting maul and axe. No livestock facilities. Agency managed generator-provides lighting, which is limited to just a few hours daily, but not guaranteed. Alternative lighting would be required. Candles are not permitted. Two bedrooms: one with a double bed, one with two twin beds, den set up with set of bunk beds and one single bed. One individual to sleep on sofa.
Capacity: 8
Fee: $40
Rental Period: 5/15 - 10/15

Cottonwood Research House

Photo not available Location: 25 miles East of Boise, ID and 1 mile from Arrowrock Reservoir. Located within the Cottonwood Ranger Station.
Amenities: Has propane heat, refrigerator, cooking stove, indoor water and full bathroom facilities. Outdoor fire ring/grill and picnic table. Firewood provided with splitting maul and axe. No livestock facilities. Agency managed generator-provides lighting, which is limited to just a few hours daily, but not guaranteed. Alternative lighting would be required. Candles are not permitted. Two bedrooms, one with a double bed, other has two sets of bunk beds. Living room has a sleeper sofa.
Capacity: 8
Fee: $40
Rental Period: 5/15 - 10/15

Big Trinity Cabin

Photo not available Location: 80 miles Northeast of Mountain Home, ID
Amenities: Has wood heat and cooking stove, hand pump drinking water, and outdoor privy. Has fire ring/outdoor grill and picnic table. No facilities for livestock or tents. Firewood provided with splitting maul and axe. Near three mountain lakes and campgrounds. Motorized and hiking trails within 1/4 mile. No electricity. Nearest phone 19 miles (Featherville).
Capacity: 6
Fee: $30
Rental Period: 7/15 - 9/30

Bridger-Teton

Big Piney Ranger District

Snyder Guard Station

Photo not available Location: 23 miles West of Big Piney, WY
Amenities: Two rooms, propane appliances; heater, cook stove, refrigerator and lights. Two bunk beds. Hot/cold water summer only. No water in winter. Outdoor privy. Snowmobile/Nordic ski access in winter with trail length five miles. Corral available for stock.
Capacity: 4
Fee: $30
Rental Period: Year-round* (7-day limit)
* Forest crews may be staying in the cabin or maintenance may be conducted during summer and fall. Otherwise these cabins are available year-round.

Hoback Guard Station

Photo not available Location: 59 miles Northwest of Big Piney, WY
Amenities: Two rooms, electric appliances; heater, cook stove, refrigerator and lights. Two bunk beds. Hot/cold water and inside bathroom/shower (summer only). Corral may be available for stock.
Capacity: 4
Fee: $30
Rental Period: 6/1 - 9/15 (7-day limit)

Greys River Ranger District

McCain Cabin

Photo not available Location: 22 miles East of Alpine, WY
Amenities: Snowmobile/Nordic ski access in winter. Trail/road length approximately 22 miles. Has propane cook stove and heat, propane lights, no water. Outdoor privy. Trail map will be provided with permit.
Capacity: 8
Fee: $40
Rental Period: Year-round* (5-day limit per party)
* Forest crews may be staying in the cabin or maintenance may be conducted during summer and fall. Otherwise these cabins are available year-round.

Cazier Cabin

  Location: 46 miles Southeast of Alpine, WY
Amenities: Snowmobile access in winter. Trail/road length 46 miles from Alpine, 36 miles via Smiths Fork. Has wood stove, propane cook stove and refrigerator, solar lights. Indoor bathroom summer only, plus outdoor privy. Stock corral may be available.
Capacity: 8
Fee: $40
Rental Period: Year-round* (5-day limit per party)
* Forest crews may be staying in the cabin or maintenance may be conducted during summer and fall. Otherwise these cabins are available year-round.

Deer Creek Cabin

Photo not available Location: 14 miles Southeast of Alpine, WY
Amenities: A-frame with a loft. Snow machine access in winter. Two beds and mattresses provided. Bring your own light and cooking sources, these are not provided. Outhouse facilities only. Bring potable water.
Capacity: 5
Fee: $40
Rental Period: Year-round* (5-day limit per party)
* Forest crews may be staying in the cabin or maintenance may be conducted during summer and fall. Otherwise these cabins are available year-round.

Meadows Cabin

Photo not available Location: 29 miles Southeast of Alpine, WY
Amenities: Snowmobile/Nordic ski access in winter. Has wood stove and propane cook stove, lights and refrigerator. Indoor bathroom summer only, plus outdoor privy. Stock corral may be available.
Capacity: 6
Fee: $40
Rental Period: Year-round* (5-day limit per party)
* Forest crews may be staying in the cabin or maintenance may be conducted during summer and fall. Otherwise these cabins are available year-round.

Kemmerer Ranger District

Kelly Guard Station

Photo not available Location: 45 miles North of Kemmerer, WY, and 23 miles northeast of Cokeville, WY
Amenities: Snowmobile access in winter. Trailheads are located approximately 24 miles from Kemmerer side and 10 miles from Cokeville side. Has wood/gas cook stove, propane heater and lights. Indoor plumbing with shower in summer, outdoor privy in winter. Trail map will be provided with permit.
Capacity: 4
Fee: $30
Rental Period: Year-round*
* Forest crews may be staying in the cabin or maintenance may be conducted during summer and fall. Otherwise these cabins are available year-round.

LaBarge Guard Station

Photo not available Location: 87 miles North of Kemmerer, WY, 36 miles Southeast of Afton, WY, and 39 miles Northwest of LaBarge, WY
Amenities: Snowmobile access in winter. Trailheads are located approximately 20 miles from Afton side and 26 miles from LaBarge side. Has wood/gas cook stove, propane lights. Indoor plumbing with shower in summer, outdoor privy in winter. Trail map will be provided with permit.
Capacity: 6
Fee: $30
Rental Period: Year-round*
* Forest crews may be staying in the cabin or maintenance may be conducted during summer and fall. Otherwise these cabins are available year-round.

Scaler Guard Station

Photo not available Location: 78 miles North of Kemmerer, WY and 18 miles from LaBarge Trailhead.
Amenities: Snowmobile access in winter. Has wood/propane gas cook stove, propane lights. Indoor plumbing with shower in summer, outdoor privy in winter. Trail map will be provided with permit.
Capacity: 6
Fee: $30
Rental Period: Year-round*
* Forest crews may be staying in the cabin or maintenance may be conducted during summer and fall. Otherwise these cabins are available year-round.
 

Caribou-Targhee

Ashton / Island Park Ranger District

Bishop Mountain Cabin

Photo not available Location: 27 miles Northwest of Ashton, ID
Amenities: Snow machine access in winter. One room, wood cook stove, two bunk bed sets. No water, no lights. Outdoor privy. Parents are advised not to bring children under 12 years of age.
Capacity: 4
Fee: $25
Limit 6
($30 for
first night)
Rental Period: Year-round

Squirrel Meadows Cabin

Photo not available Location: 23 miles East of Ashton, ID
Amenities: Access by snow machine or skiing in winter. Two rooms, wood heat/cook stove, three bunk bed sets, outside hand pump for water. No lights. Outdoor privy.
Capacity: 6
Fee: $35 Limit 8
($40 for
first night)
Rental Period: Year-round

Warm River

Photo not available Location: 24 miles East-northeast of Ashton, ID
Amenities: Access by snow machine or skiing in winter. Two bedrooms, six bunk bed sets, wood cook stove, wood furnace. No lights. Outdoor privy. River water only.
Capacity: 10
Fee: $45
Limit 20
($50 for
first night)
Rental Period: Year-round

Soda Springs Ranger District

Caribou Mountain Guard Station

Photo not available Location: 45 miles Northeast of Soda Springs, ID
Amenities: Snow machine access in winter. Beds and mattresses provided. Has propane lights and heater, and cook stove.
Capacity: 8
Fee: $35
Rental Period: Year-round

Johnson Guard Station

Photo not available Location: 20 miles West of Afton, WY
Amenities: Snow machine access in winter. Beds and mattresses provided. Has propane lights and heater, and cook stove.
Capacity: 6
Fee: $35
Rental Period: Year-round

Stump Creek Guard Station

Photo not available Location: 14 miles Northwest of Afton, WY
Amenities: Snow machine access in winter. Beds and mattresses provided. Has propane lights and heater, and cook stove.
Capacity: 4
Fee: $35
Rental Period: Year-round

Montpelier Ranger District

Cub River Guard Station

Photo not available Location: 14 miles Southeast of Preston, ID
Amenities: Snow machine access in winter. Seven large sleeping cots available. Has propane lights, heater, cook stove, and wood stove. Indoor plumbing May - October. Outhouse facilities only November - April. Bring potable water during winter.
Capacity: 7
Fee: $40
Rental Period: Year-round

Eight Mile Guard Station

Photo not available Location: 11 miles Southwest of Soda Springs, ID
Amenities: Five beds and mattresses provided. Snow machine access in winter. Has propane lights, heater, cook stove, and wood stove. Water is available from June 1 to September 15. After these dates, please bring potable water.
Capacity: 6
Fee: $40
Rental Period: Year-round

Clear Creek Guard Station

Photo not available Location: 19 miles Northeast of Montpelier, ID
Amenities: A-frame with a loft. Snow machine access in winter. Two beds and mattresses provided. Bring your own light and cooking sources, these are not provided. Outhouse facilities only. Bring potable water.
Capacity: 4
Fee: $25
Rental Period: Year-round

Egan Basin Guard Station

Photo not available Location: 31 miles Southwest of Montpelier, ID
Amenities: A-frame with a loft. Snow machine access in winter. Two beds and mattresses provided. Bring your own light and cooking sources, these are not provided. Outhouse facilities only. Bring potable water.
Capacity: 4
Fee: $25
Rental Period: Year-round

Dixie

Escalante Ranger District

Cow Puncher Guard Station

Photo not available Location: Located about 20 miles Northeast of Escalante, UT
Amenities: This rustic two room, cabin sleeps four people comfortably. One double bed, one set of bunk beds, couch, propane cook range, wood cook stove, propane refrigerator, hot water heater, and indoor shower are provided. An outhouse is located just down a trail from the cabin. Bring your own bedding and light. Some pots and pans and dishes are provided. There is no electricity. Water may not be available. Camping is not allowed at this site. Please do not use tents, motorhomes, or RVs. No saddle, pack or draft animals are allowed. Popular activities include: stream fishing, hiking, mountain biking, and big game hunting. Please bring garbage bags. This facility is "Pack it in. Pack it out."
Capacity: 4
Fee: Daily
$30 9/5-5/23 or $45 5/24-9/4
Rental Period: Year-round

Fishlake

Richfield Ranger District

Gooseberry Administrative Site Cabins

Photo of the Gooseberry Admin Site.
Click the image to enlarge.
Location: 17 miles Southeast of Salina, UT
Amenities: Site has three bunk houses with 50 single beds, large meeting hall with fireplace, kitchen facilities, restroom with shower facilities, and outside benches and picnic tables (function as mess hall and amphitheater).
Capacity: 250
Fee: $300
Rental Period: 6/12 - 9/9

Manti-LaSal

Moab Ranger District

Warner Lake

Photo not available Location: 34 miles Southeast of Moab, UT
Amenities: Two rooms, sleeping area, kitchen, water, propane cook stove. Outdoor privy.
Capacity: 4
Fee: $5
Rental Period: 5/17 - 9/26

Payette

Weiser Ranger District

Buck Park Cabin

Photo not available Location: 12 miles Northeast of Council, ID
Amenities: Has wood stove, three single bunks with mattresses. Outdoor privy. Bring firewood and potable water. Room for stock nearby.
Capacity: 3
Fee: $20
Rental Period: 7/1 - 10/31

Summer's Grave Rental Cabin

Photo not available Location: 12 miles Northwest of Council, ID
Amenities: Has wood stove, six single bunks with mattresses. Outdoor privy. Bring firewood and potable water. Room for livestock nearby.
Capacity: 6
Fee: $20
Rental Period: 7/1 - 10/31

Salmon-Challis

North Basin A-Frame

Photo not available Location: 1 mile Northeast of Watson Peak. 1 - 1/2 hour drive from Salmon, ID.
Amenities: Wood stove and outdoor privy.
Capacity: 6
Fee: $20
Rental Period: 6/30 - 10/31

Peel Tree A-Frame

Photo not available Location: 32 miles Southwest of Salmon, ID
Amenities: Wood stove and outdoor privy.
Capacity: 6
Fee: $20
Rental Period: 6/30 - 10/31

Williams Creek A-Frame

Photo not available Location: Approximately 17 miles South of Salmon, ID
Amenities: Wood stove and outdoor privy.
Capacity: 6
Fee: $20
Rental Period: 6/30 - 10/31; 12/15 - 3/31

Iron Lake A-Frame

Photo not available Location: 37 miles Southwest of Salmon, ID
Amenities: Wood stove and outdoor privy.
Capacity: 6
Fee: $20
Rental Period: 6/30 - 10/31

Cabin Creek A-Frame

Photo not available Location: 8 miles Southwest of Cobalt Ranger Station. Two-mile hike from Road 105.
Amenities: Wood stove.
Capacity: 6
Fee: $20
Rental Period: 6/30 - 10/31

Sheephorn Lookout

Photo not available Location: Approximately 40 miles Southwest of Salmon, ID
Amenities: Lights provided by solar panel. Heat and mattresses provided, small wood stove. No water. Outdoor privy.
Capacity: 2
Fee: $20
Rental Period: 6/30 - 10/1

Wallace Lake A-Frame

Photo not available Location: From Highway 93 North, take Stormy Peak Road. At summit, take Ridge Road #020 and turn at the Wallace Lake turnoff.
Amenities: Wood stove and outdoor privy.
Capacity: 6
Fee: $20
Rental Period: 6/30 - 10/1

Yellow Jacket Guard Station

Photo not available Location: Approximately 45 miles Southwest of Salmon, ID
Amenities: Wood stove for heat. Propane cook stove. Four mattresses. Table and chairs. Horse corral.
Capacity: 6
Fee: $20
Rental Period: 6/30 - 10/31

Yankee Fork Ranger District

Cape Horn Winter Rental

Photo not available Location: Stanley Basin, 16 miles Northwest of Stanley, ID
Amenities: Wood stove for heat and backup cooking. outhouse, electric cook stove and lights (unless power is out). Pack in potable water and/or melt snow. Access during winter is a two-mile ski or four-mile snowmobile run from parking areas on State Highway 21.
Capacity: 8
Fee: $25
Rental Period: 12/15 - 3/15

Wasatch-Cache

Evanston Ranger District

East Fork / Blacks Fork Guard Station

Photo not available Location: 30 miles South of Evanston, WY on Highway 150, then 26 miles from the junction at Highway 150 and North Slope Road.
Amenities: Snow machine access. Site has one day bed, two bunk beds with a double bed under one bunk. Propane stove and lights, a wood burning stove. No water. Outdoor privy.
Capacity: 6
Fee: $35
Rental Period: 9/15 - 5/30

 

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