Diamond Creek Guard Station
Open for reservations through Recreation.gov. Snow conditions can affect cabin accessibility from fall through spring. Guests should call the Montpelier Ranger District at least 4 days before arrival to confirm the security combination and verify road conditions, especially November through June.
Flood Watch issued October 9 at 1:15PM MDT until October 12 at 6:00PM MDT by NWS Pocatello ID
* WHAT...Flooding caused by excessive rainfall is possible. Storm total rainfall amounts of 1-2 inches are possible across the area with localized 3 inches possible in spots, especially in the higher terrain of the eastern highlands. * WHERE...Portions of central, eastern, south central, and southeast Idaho, including the following areas, in central Idaho, Sun Valley Region and Wood River Foothills. In eastern Idaho, Beaverhead - Lemhi Highlands, Big Hole Mountains, Centennial Mountains - Island Park and Teton Valley. In south central Idaho, Eastern Magic Valley and Shoshone/Lava Beds. In southeast Idaho, Arco/Mud Lake Desert, Bear Lake Valley, Bear River Range, Blackfoot Mountains, Caribou Range, Franklin/Eastern Oneida Region, Lower Snake River Plain, Marsh and Arbon Highlands, Raft River Region, Southern Hills/Albion Mountains and Upper Snake River Plain. * WHEN...From Saturday afternoon through Monday afternoon. * IMPACTS...Excessive runoff may result in flooding of rivers, creeks, streams, and other low-lying and flood-prone locations. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS... - A prolonged period of rainfall is expected across eastern Idaho throughout the weekend which could lead to some flooding across parts of the advised area. An upper low moving into the Pacific Northwest will combine with tropical moisture from Tropical Cyclone Rachel to usher in a cooler, wetter weather pattern across eastern Idaho. - http://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
Diamond Creek Guard Station offers a remote cabin experience in the Caribou-Targhee National Forest of southeastern Idaho. The guard station sits in a scenic meadow at 6,900 feet elevation, surrounded by the peaks of Dry Ridge and the Webster sub-range. Stands of aspen and lodgepole pine dot the landscape, and wildlife including black bears, elk, moose, wolves, and mountain lions inhabit the surrounding forest. The cabin accommodates up to 15 guests with four bunk beds and two small lofts for additional sleeping space. A wood stove provides heat. There is no electricity, running water, or plumbing inside the cabin. A vault toilet and picnic table are located outside. Guests must bring their own drinking water, bedding, cookware, and garbage bags as this is a pack-it-out facility. The Bear Canyon OHV Trail is about two miles north of the guard station. Hikers, mountain bikers, and horseback riders will find trails nearby. Anglers can fish in Diamond Creek. In winter, the area is popular with snowmobilers and cross-country skiers. The cabin operates as a winter warming hut from December 1 through April 30.
Directions
From Soda Springs, take Highway 34 north approximately 12 miles to the China Hat turnoff (Blackfoot River Narrows). Follow this road along Blackfoot River for 11 miles to a junction with a Forest Service sign. Take the right fork (Caribou National Forest Road 102) southeast for another 12 miles to the guard station. The road becomes Diamond Creek Road. The guard station is about 1 mile south of the Johnson Guard Station.
Amenities
| Water | No |
| Fires Allowed | Yes |
| Toilets | Yes |
| Dump Station | No |
| Wifi | No |
| Pets Allowed | Yes |
| Showers | No |
| Electric Hookups | — |
| Water Hookups | — |
| Sewer Hookups | — |
| Camp Store | No |
| Price | $35 |
Vehicle
| Max RV Length | — |
| Max Trailer Length | — |
| Big Rig Friendly | No |
| Pull Through Sites | No |
Contact
| Phone | +1 (208) 847-0375 |
Cell Service
| AT&T | None |
| Verizon | None |
| T-Mobile | None |
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