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Albert Moser

Caribou-Targhee National Forest — riverside, fishing, hiking

Location: Preston, ID, ID

Price: From $17 per night

Price range: $17–$32 per night

Rating: 3.4 out of 5 (34 reviews)

Season: May through October

Albert Moser Campground is situated on the banks of the Cub River about nine miles from Preston, Idaho. Built by the Civilian Conservation Corps in the late 1930s, the campground is just off Cub River Road, at an elevation of 6,000 feet. Visitors enjoy trout fishing in the river and exploring local trails.The Cub River provides excellent trout fishing.

Cell coverage (FCC estimate): none signal. Actual signal may vary in remote areas.

Amenities: Fire Rings, Picnic Tables, Vault Toilets, Drinking Water, Camp Host, Fishing

Availability alerts: Set a free cancellation alert at camperwatch.org/campground/albert-moser to be notified when sites open up.

Albert Moser sits directly on the Cub River with excellent trout fishing for wild cutthroat and hatchery rainbows. Built by the Civilian Conservation Corps in the late 1930s, it's a historic campground at 6,000 feet elevation with access to hiking, biking, and horseback riding trails.

Insider tips for Albert Moser: Book early — this is a federal campground with only 9 sites total Bring a fly rod; the Cub River is specifically known for fly-fishing opportunities The campground is located at mile 7 on Cub River Road (Forest Road 406), making it easy to navigate from Preston

Skip Albert Moser if: You need RV hookups — this campground has no hookups and is only suitable for self-contained RVs. You require year-round access — seasonal operations May through October only.

Best time to visit Albert Moser: May-October — Campground operates seasonally May through October only.

Nearby campgrounds: Cub River Guard Station (Montpelier, ID), Willow Flat Campground (DUCK CREEK, ID), Egan Basin Guard Station (MONTPELIER, ID), North Fork Campground - St. Charles Canyon (DUCK CREEK, ID).

Cell Phone Coverage at Albert Moser

Cell signal at Albert Moser (Preston, ID): none overall signal based on FCC broadband data.

    Coverage data source: FCC Broadband Data Collection (BDC). Actual signal may vary due to terrain, tree cover, and distance from towers. Camper reports are more reliable than coverage maps in remote areas.

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    Preston, ID, ID★ 3.4 (34 reviews)From $17/nightFederal campground · book on Recreation.gov
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    Albert Moser Campground is situated on the banks of the Cub River about nine miles from Preston, Idaho. Built by the Civilian Conservation Corps in the late 1930s, the campground is just off Cub River Road, at an elevation of 6,000 feet. Visitors enjoy trout fishing in the river and exploring local trails.The Cub River provides excellent trout fishing.

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    Verified facts

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    Check-in2:00 PM
    Check-out12:00 PM
    SeasonMay through October
    Stay limit14 days
    Max RV25 ft
    HookupsNo hookups. Suitable for self-contained RVs.
    PetsAllowed
    CampfiresAllowed
    Max/site6 people

    Amenities

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    Fire RingsDrinking Water
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    Vault ToiletsFishing

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    CamperWatch intel · curated from camper reports

    Known issues, each with the workaround. Read before you book.

    Known issuesFederal campground — book early. No hookups at most sites. Seasonal operations.
    Skip it if:✕ You need RV hookups — this campground has no hookups and is only suitable for self-contained RVs✕ You require year-round access — seasonal operations May through October only

    Insider tips & when to go

    CamperWatch intel · hand-curated entry

    Book early

    this is a federal campground with only 9 sites total

    Bring a fly rod; the Cub River is specifically known for fly-fishing opportunities

    The campground is located at mile 7 on Cub River Road (Forest Road 406), making it easy to navigate from Preston

    Best: May-October

    Campground operates seasonally May through October only

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    Cell signal

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    4G · 0%
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    4G · 0%
    AT&T
    4G · 0%

    FCC maps are theoretical — camper reports confirm signal.

    Location

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    541-351-1182· Caribou-Targhee National Forest
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    From Preston, Idaho, head approximately 3 miles south on U.S. Highway 91. Turn east on Cub River Road (Forest Road 406). Proceed to the Cache National Forest Boundary. Campground is found just inside the boundary on Forest Road 406. The facility is approximately mile 7 on Cub River Road.

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    Pro tips

    • Book on recreation.gov exactly 6 months ahead at 10am ET — Caribou-Targhee National Forest fills fast in peak season.
    • Check current road conditions at Caribou-Targhee National Forest before arrival — seasonal closures common.

    Frequently asked questions

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    How much does Albert Moser cost per night?+
    Albert Moser costs $17–$32 per night. Hookup options: No hookups. Suitable for self-contained RVs.
    What season is Albert Moser open?+
    Albert Moser is open May through October. Check-in is 2:00 PM, check-out is 12:00 PM.
    Does Albert Moser have hookups?+
    No hookups. Suitable for self-contained RVs.
    What is the maximum RV length at Albert Moser?+
    Albert Moser can accommodate RVs up to 25 feet.
    How do I make reservations at Albert Moser?+
    Albert Moser is a federal campground — book 6 months ahead at Recreation.gov. Set a free CamperWatch cancellation alert to be notified the moment a site opens.
    What is the cell service like at Albert Moser?+
    According to FCC coverage maps, cell signal at Albert Moser is rated none. FCC maps show theoretical coverage — actual signal in remote or heavily forested areas may be weaker.
    What season is Albert Moser open, and what are check-in times?+
    Albert Moser is open May through October. Check-in is 2:00 PM, check-out is 12:00 PM.
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    $17 /night★ 3.4 (34)
    SeasonMay through October
    Check-in2:00 PM
    Check-out12:00 PM
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    Nearby Campgrounds

    Cub River Guard Station

    Montpelier, ID

    From $60/night

    Willow Flat Campground

    DUCK CREEK, ID

    From $20/night

    Egan Basin Guard Station

    MONTPELIER, ID

    From $35/night

    North Fork Campground - St. Charles Canyon

    DUCK CREEK, ID

    From $75/night

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