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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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    LIVE · weather + fire + AQI + availability + wildlife

    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 · 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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    $160 /night★ 4.3 (3)
    SeasonMay through October
    Check-in2:00 PM
    Check-out12:00 PM
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