Burgdorf Guard Station

Federal campground in Payette National Forest

Location: Riggins, ID, ID

Price: From $160 per night

Rating: 4.3 out of 5 (3 reviews)

Season: May through October

Newy renovated, we are excited to offer rental of the Burgdorf Cabin. The rental cabin at the Burgdorf Guard Station includes a living room, two bedrooms, a kitchen and a full bathroom. This location provides access to abundant recreation in the area.

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

Amenities: Fire Rings, Picnic Tables

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

Burgdorf Guard Station offers a newly renovated cabin rental with full amenities including kitchen and bathroom. The location provides access to abundant recreation with several hiking trails including Nethker Creek Trail #143, Jeanette Creek Trail #140, Burgdorf-1 Trail #175, and Burgdorf-2 Trail #176.

Wildlife alert: Great Gray Owl, Clark's Nutcracker, Cassin's Finch, Olive-sided Flycatcher, American Pika, Columbian Ground Squirrel, Valley Garter Snake, and Common Garter Snake documented in the area.

Insider tips for Burgdorf Guard Station: Book early as this is a federal campground with limited availability Access to multiple named hiking trails departing from the campground

Skip Burgdorf Guard Station if: You need hookups - no hookups available at this site. You're planning to visit outside May through October - seasonal closure.

Best time to visit Burgdorf Guard Station: May-October — Seasonal operations run May through October only.

Nearby campgrounds: Burgdorf (Mccall, ID), Jeanette (McCall, ID), Chinook (Warren, ID), Upper Payette Lake Campground (MCCALL, ID).

Cell Phone Coverage at Burgdorf Guard Station

Cell signal at Burgdorf Guard Station (Riggins, 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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Riggins, ID, ID★ 4.3 (3 reviews)From $160/nightFederal campground · book on Recreation.gov
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Newy renovated, we are excited to offer rental of the Burgdorf Cabin. The rental cabin at the Burgdorf Guard Station includes a living room, two bedrooms, a kitchen and a full bathroom. This location provides access to abundant recreation in the area.

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Verified facts

RIDB / Recreation.gov official database
Check-in2:00 PM
Check-out12:00 PM
SeasonMay through October
Stay limit14 days
HookupsNo hookups.
ADA sites1 sites
ToiletsFlush toilets
PetsAllowed
CampfiresAllowed
Max/site6 people

Amenities

RIDB /facilities /campsites · owner-verified
Essentials
Fire Rings
Recreation
Picnic Tables

Straight talk

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 hookups - no hookups available at this site✕ You're planning to visit outside May through October - seasonal closure

Insider tips & when to go

CamperWatch intel · hand-curated entry

Book early as this is a federal campground with limited availability

Access to multiple named hiking trails departing from the campground

Best: May-October

Seasonal operations run May through October only

Things to do nearby

RIDB /activities /recareas + intel

Conditions today

Live
at campground coordinates

Cell signal

FCC BDC · quarterly dataset
T-Mobile
4G · 0%
Verizon
4G · 0%
AT&T
4G · 0%

FCC maps are theoretical — camper reports confirm signal.

Wildlife nearby

iNaturalist · research-grade · 8 km
Alert: Great Gray Owl, Clark's Nutcracker, Cassin's Finch, Olive-sided Flycatcher, American Pika, Columbian Ground Squirrel, Valley Garter Snake, and Common Garter Snake documented in the area.

Location

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(208) 634-0400· Payette National Forest

Campground entrance

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Community

#community · posts, photos & Q&A · AI-moderated (Claude Vision)

Pro tips

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

Frequently asked questions

RIDB facts + intel · FAQPage schema, speakable
How much does Burgdorf Guard Station cost per night?+
Burgdorf Guard Station costs $160 per night. Hookup options: No hookups.
What season is Burgdorf Guard Station open?+
Burgdorf Guard Station is open May through October. Check-in is 2:00 PM, check-out is 12:00 PM.
Does Burgdorf Guard Station have hookups?+
No hookups.
What is the maximum RV length at Burgdorf Guard Station?+
Burgdorf Guard Station is primarily a tent camping facility.
How do I make reservations at Burgdorf Guard Station?+
Burgdorf Guard Station 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 Burgdorf Guard Station?+
According to FCC coverage maps, cell signal at Burgdorf Guard Station is rated none. FCC maps show theoretical coverage — actual signal in remote or heavily forested areas may be weaker.
What season is Burgdorf Guard Station open, and what are check-in times?+
Burgdorf Guard Station is open May through October. Check-in is 2:00 PM, check-out is 12:00 PM.
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Google Air Quality API — Live AQI at exact campground coordinates
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iNaturalist — Research-grade wildlife within 8km
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Google Pollen API — Today’s tree, grass & weed pollen forecast
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FCC Broadband Map — Verizon, AT&T, T-Mobile 4G/5G coverage data
broadbandmap.fcc.gov · quarterly
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RIDB — ADA sites, hookups, toilets, pets, campfire rules, bear boxes, max RV, activities, contact, directions
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$160 /night★ 4.3 (3)
SeasonMay through October
Check-in2:00 PM
Check-out12:00 PM
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