Johnson Creek Guard Station
Closed for the season. Opens Memorial Day weekend through September 30. Reservations available via Recreation.gov. Access roads may be affected by snow; Warm Lake Summit closures require alternate routing via FS 474.
Flash Flood Watch issued September 18 at 10:50AM MDT until September 19 at 12:00AM MDT by NWS Boise ID
* WHAT...Flash flooding and debris flows caused by excessive rainfall are possible over the Wapiti, Crooked, Buckhorn burn scar areas. * WHERE...Portions of south central and southwest Idaho, including the following areas, in south central Idaho, Western Magic Valley. In southwest Idaho, Boise Mountains, Camas Prairie, Lower Treasure Valley, Upper Treasure Valley and West Central Mountains. * WHEN...Through this evening. * IMPACTS...Heavy rainfall over the Wapiti, Crooked, Buckhorn burn scar is expected up to and during the period of the watch. Residents near the Wapiti, Crooked, Buckhorn burn scar should prepare for potential debris flow. Be sure to stay up to date with information from local authorities. Heavy rainfall could trigger flash flooding or debris flows in and near recent wildfire burn scars. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS... - National Weather Service Meteorologists are forecasting heavy rainfall over the burn scar, which may lead to flash flooding and debris flows. - Some locations that may experience flash flooding include... Idaho City, Fairfield, Lowman, Horseshoe Bend, Pine, Prairie, Atlanta, Anderson Dam, Corral, Centerville, Pioneerville, Garden Valley, Banks, Gardena, Crouch, Placerville, Trinity Lakes, Rocky Bar, Dutch Creek Guard Station and Featherville. - https://www.weather.gov/safety/flood
Weed Free Hay Order 04-2021-03
Prohibited by this order: Possessing, storing, or transporting non-pelletized hay, straw, or mulch in the Intermountain Region, unless it is certified as weed free by the state where the product originated.
Fireworks and Spark Arrestor Order 04-2021-01
Prohibited by this order: Possessing, discharging, or using any kind of firework or other pyrotechnic device. 36 CFR §261.52(t)Operating or using any internal or external combustion engine without a spark arresting device properly installed, maintained and in effective working order as described…
About
Johnson Creek Guard Station was built in 1922 and offers a peaceful mountain retreat with modern conveniences in the Boise National Forest. The cabin sits in a scenic meadow beside Johnson Creek at approximately 5,100 feet elevation, surrounded by pine-forested mountain slopes. Wildlife including deer, elk, bear, moose, and bald eagles frequent the area. The cabin sleeps up to six guests with two twin beds in the loft, a full-size bed in a separate bedroom, two cots, and a couch. The kitchen is equipped with an electric range, refrigerator, table with chairs, and cookware including pots, pans, plates, and utensils. A modern bathroom provides a flush toilet and shower. Outside, two picnic tables and a campfire ring are available. Guests must bring their own bedding, towels, lanterns, garbage bags, and drinking water. The cabin provides excellent access to non-motorized trails into the Frank Church - River of No Return Wilderness, popular with hikers, mountain bikers, and equestrians. The South Fork Salmon River and Johnson Creek offer fishing opportunities. The small community of Yellow Pine is located a few miles north and hosts the annual Yellow Pine Music & Harmonica Festival in August.
Directions
From Cascade, ID, head north on ID-55 toward McCall. Turn right/east on Warm Lake Road (FH-22) and continue approximately 35 miles. Turn left/north on Road 413 (Johnson Creek Road) and continue about 22 miles. The cabin is on the right/east side of the road, marked by a Forest Service sign. Roads are unpaved with some narrow, steep sections and possible washboard. Trailers not recommended. If Warm Lake Summit is closed due to snow, take FS 474 north to FH-48, then head east and south on Johnson Creek Road.
Amenities
| Water | Yes |
| Fires Allowed | Yes |
| Toilets | Yes |
| Dump Station | No |
| Wifi | — |
| Pets Allowed | Yes |
| Showers | Yes |
| Electric Hookups | Yes |
| Water Hookups | No |
| Sewer Hookups | No |
| Camp Store | No |
| Price | $100 |
Vehicle
| Max RV Length | — |
| Max Trailer Length | — |
| Big Rig Friendly | No |
| Pull Through Sites | No |
Contact
| Phone | +1 (208) 382-7400 |
Cell Service
| AT&T | None |
| Verizon | None |
| T-Mobile | None |
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