Stump Creek Guard Station
Open year-round with reservations through Recreation.gov. Accessible by car during warmer months; winter access requires skiing, snowshoeing, or snowmobiling more than one mile. Contact Montpelier Ranger District before reserving November through June due to variable snow conditions. Call the district office four days prior to arrival to confirm the security combination.
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
Stump Creek Guard Station offers a unique opportunity to stay in a historic Forest Service cabin along what was once the Lander Cutoff for the Oregon Trail. Wagon ruts from covered wagons traveling over 150 years ago are still visible in the surrounding landscape. The cabin sits at 6,500 feet elevation in a grassy clearing surrounded by sagebrush and mixed-growth pines, with willow-lined Stump Creek flowing nearby. The one-room cabin features two bunk beds, a kitchen with gas stove and basic dishes, propane heater and lanterns, and a table with chairs. Guests must bring their own sleeping pads, drinking water, and garbage bags for pack-out. A vault toilet is located on-site. The area is home to black bear, elk, moose, mountain lion, and other wildlife. Hikers, horseback riders, cross-country skiers, and mountain bikers can explore the Stump Creek/Lander Trail, listed on the National Register of Historic Places. Fishing is available in Stump Creek, and hunting for game and birds is popular in the area. Off-road vehicle trails are accessible nearby.
Directions
From Afton, Wyoming, travel 4 miles north on Highway 89 to the town of Grover. At Grover, turn west and travel 3 miles to Auburn. Then go south 1/2 mile to Road 110, then west 4 miles to Road 109 for 2 miles. This will put you at the 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 | $60 |
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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