Copper Basin Guard Station

Salmon-Challis National Forest — lakeside, fishing, hiking

Mackay, ID5 (10)
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Copper Basin Guard Station is located in Copper Basin, a rugged and beautiful area in the Pioneer Mountains of south-central Idaho.The Copper Basin Guard Station is a 900 square foot, two bedroom log cabin that can sleep up to six adults comfortably, with room for eight people total. The cabin comes furnished with one queen bed with mattress, two full sized bunk beds with mattresses, and a queen sized sleeper couch in the living room. Other amenities include a propane cook stove, propane refrigerator, propane furnace, propane lights, wood stove, table with benches and chairs, table settings for eight, kitchen tools and cleaning supplies.

Things to do nearby

Salmon-Challis National ForestEast Fork of the Big Lost RiverOHV riding on the Lake

Best For

AnglersHikersWildlife watchersFamilies

Site Types

Tent

Amenities

Fire Rings
Picnic Tables
Flush Toilets
Showers
Electric Hookups
Fishing
Check-in

2:00 PM

Check-out

12:00 PM

Season

May through October

Max/site

6 people

Known Issues

Federal campground — book early. No hookups at most sites. Seasonal operations.

Cancellation Policy

Recreation.gov: full refund if cancelled 7+ days before arrival. $10 cancellation fee applies.

Frequently asked questions

How much does Copper Basin Guard Station cost per night?+
Copper Basin Guard Station costs $100 per night depending on site type and season. Hookup options: No hookups.
What season is Copper Basin Guard Station open?+
Copper Basin Guard Station is open May through October. Check-in is 2:00 PM, check-out is 12:00 PM.
Does Copper Basin Guard Station have hookups?+
No hookups.
What is the maximum RV length at Copper Basin Guard Station?+
Copper Basin Guard Station can accommodate RVs up to 35 feet long.
How do I make reservations at Copper Basin Guard Station?+
Copper Basin Guard Station is a federal campground — reservations open 6 months in advance at Recreation.gov. Sites sell out quickly. Set a free CamperWatch cancellation alert to be notified the moment a site opens.
How far is Copper Basin Guard Station from the nearest town?+
Copper Basin Guard Station is located in Mackay, ID. Check the map above for distance to nearby services.

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