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Open year-round. Reservations required via Recreation.gov. A culvert has failed on Forest Road 10128 at Darby Creek; an alternate signed route is available. Winter access requires a 10-mile approach by snowmobile, snowshoes, or cross-country skis. Key pickup required from Big Piney Ranger District Office.

Flood Watch issued July 22 at 1:48AM MDT until July 23 at 6:00AM MDT by NWS Riverton WY

1:48 AM — 6:00 PM

* WHAT...Flooding caused by excessive rainfall continues to be possible. * WHERE...Portions of central, north central, northwest, south central, southwest, and west central Wyoming, including the following areas, in central Wyoming, Casper Mountain, Green Mountains and Rattlesnake Range, Lander Foothills, Natrona County Lower Elevations, Owl Creek and Bridger Mountains, Southwest Bighorn Basin, Upper Wind River Basin, Wind River Basin, Wind River Mountains East and Wind River Mountains West. In north central Wyoming, Bighorn Mountains Southeast, Bighorn Mountains West, Northeast Johnson County, Southeast Bighorn Basin and Southeast Johnson County. In northwest Wyoming, Absaroka Mountains, Cody Foothills, Jackson Hole, North Bighorn Basin, Teton and Gros Ventre Mountains and Yellowstone National Park. In south central Wyoming, East Sweetwater County, Flaming Gorge and Rock Springs and Green River. In southwest Wyoming, South Lincoln County. In west central Wyoming, Salt River and Wyoming Ranges, Star Valley, Upper Green River Basin and Upper Green River Basin Foothills. * WHEN...Until late Wednesday night. The most likely period of possible flooding is this afternoon through this evening. * IMPACTS...Excessive runoff may result in flooding of rivers, creeks, streams, and other low-lying and flood-prone locations. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS... - Slow moving showers and thunderstorms and abnormally high moisture in the air can bring locally heavy rainfall that could lead to flooding. - http://www.weather.gov/safety/flood

Bridger-Teton National Forest

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.

Bridger-Teton National Forest

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

Snyder Guard Station is a historic Forest Service cabin nestled in Snyder Basin at the base of Darby Mountain, 22 miles west of Big Piney, Wyoming. Sitting at 8,000 feet in a grassy meadow surrounded by pine trees, the cabin offers views of Riley Ridge and Darby Mountain. The area supports abundant wildlife including moose, elk, mule deer, eagles, and sandhill cranes, with wildflowers coloring the landscape in summer. The cabin sleeps four people with two bunk beds and mattresses. Amenities include propane heat and lights, a wood burning stove installed in 2018, a kitchen with propane cook stove, cookware, utensils, refrigerator, and sink. An outdoor vault toilet is provided. There is no running water or electricity; guests must bring their own water supply, bedding, cleaning supplies, toilet paper, and garbage bags. A horse corral accommodates equestrian visitors. The Wyoming Range National Recreation Trail is accessible nearby for hiking, mountain biking, and horseback riding. Nearby streams provide trout fishing. In winter, nearly 100 miles of snowmobile trails are available, along with cross-country skiing and snowshoeing opportunities. Winter access to the cabin requires a 10-mile approach by snowmobile, snowshoes, or skis.

Directions

From Big Piney, head west on Wyoming State Highway 350 for approximately 10 miles. Turn left onto South Piney Fish Creek Road/County Road 23-142 and follow it for approximately 10 miles into Bridger-Teton National Forest where the road becomes FS Road 10128. Continue on FS 10128 for approximately 2 miles, veer left at the fork to stay on FS 10128, then 0.6 miles to a second fork veering left. At the third fork 0.01 miles ahead, turn right onto FS 10128A. The cabin is 0.2 miles down on the right. Approximate travel: 23 miles, 38 minutes from Big Piney.

Amenities

Water No
Fires Allowed
Toilets Yes
Dump Station No
Wifi No
Pets Allowed Yes
Showers No
Electric Hookups
Water Hookups
Sewer Hookups
Camp Store No
Price $60

Vehicle

Max RV Length
Max Trailer Length
Big Rig Friendly No
Pull Through Sites No

Contact

Phone +1 (307) 276-5800

Cell Service

AT&T None
Verizon None
T-Mobile None

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