Diamond Creek Guard Station

Caribou-Targhee National Forest — fishing, hiking

Location: Montpelier, ID, ID

Price: From $35 per night

Rating: 3.8 out of 5 (10 reviews)

Season: May through October

Diamond Creek Guard Station is located 30 miles east of Soda Springs, Idaho. The current building was constructed in the early 1990â??s as a snowmobile warming hut. The cabin is accessible by car in warmer months and by snowmobile in winter.

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

Amenities: Fire Rings, Picnic Tables, Vault Toilets, Electric Hookups, Fishing

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

Diamond Creek Guard Station is a clean, well-maintained guard station cabin located 30 miles east of Soda Springs with access to extensive outdoor recreation including the Bear Canyon OHV Trail, hiking, fishing, and horseback riding. Campers praise it as one of the cleanest and most spacious guard stations available.

Wildlife alert: Shiras Moose, American Beaver, Mule Deer, Ruffed Grouse, Canada Jay, and garter snakes present in the area.

Insider tips for Diamond Creek Guard Station: Book early as this is a popular federal campground Bring supplies and equipment for comfort; cabin provides basic conveniences only Be prepared for mosquitos during stay

Skip Diamond Creek Guard Station if: Need RV hookups; facility has no hookups at most sites. Traveling outside May-October season; operations are seasonal only. Visiting in winter without snowmobile access.

Best time to visit Diamond Creek Guard Station: May-October — Official operating season; accessible by car during warmer months.

Nearby campgrounds: Johnson Guard Station (Montpelier, ID), Stump Creek Guard Station (Montpelier, ID), Summit View Campground (DUCK CREEK, ID), Clear Creek Guard Station (MONTPELIER, ID).

Cell Phone Coverage at Diamond Creek Guard Station

Cell signal at Diamond Creek Guard Station (Montpelier, 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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Montpelier, ID, ID★ 3.8 (10 reviews)From $35/nightFederal campground · book on Recreation.gov
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Diamond Creek Guard Station is located 30 miles east of Soda Springs, Idaho. The current building was constructed in the early 1990â??s as a snowmobile warming hut. The cabin is accessible by car in warmer months and by snowmobile in winter.

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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. Suitable for self-contained RVs.
CampfiresAllowed
Max/site6 people

Amenities

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Essentials
Fire RingsElectric Hookups
Recreation
Picnic TablesFishing
Family & Pets
Vault Toilets

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:✕ Need RV hookups; facility has no hookups at most sites✕ Traveling outside May-October season; operations are seasonal only✕ Visiting in winter without snowmobile access

Insider tips & when to go

CamperWatch intel · hand-curated entry

Book early as this is a popular federal campground

Bring supplies and equipment for comfort; cabin provides basic conveniences only

Be prepared for mosquitos during stay

Best: May-October

Official operating season; accessible by car during warmer months

Things to do nearby

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Cell signal

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

FCC maps are theoretical — camper reports confirm signal.

Wildlife nearby

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Alert: Shiras Moose, American Beaver, Mule Deer, Ruffed Grouse, Canada Jay, and garter snakes present in the area.

Location

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Getting there →

From Soda Springs, take Highway 34 north approximately 12 miles to the China Hat turnoff (Blackfoot River Narrows). This road will follow Blackfoot River for another 11 miles to a junction; there is a Forest Service sign at this point. Take the right fork (Caribou National Forest Road 102) southeast for another 12 miles to the guard station. The road will turn into Diamond Creek Road. The guard station is about 1 mile south of the Johnson Guard Station. Maps are available upon request at the dis

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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.
  • Bear country — store all food in bear boxes or locked vehicle at all times.

Frequently asked questions

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How much does Diamond Creek Guard Station cost per night?+
Diamond Creek Guard Station costs $35 per night. Hookup options: No hookups. Suitable for self-contained RVs.
What season is Diamond Creek Guard Station open?+
Diamond Creek Guard Station is open May through October. Check-in is 2:00 PM, check-out is 12:00 PM.
Does Diamond Creek Guard Station have hookups?+
No hookups. Suitable for self-contained RVs.
What is the maximum RV length at Diamond Creek Guard Station?+
Diamond Creek Guard Station is primarily a tent camping facility.
How do I make reservations at Diamond Creek Guard Station?+
Diamond Creek 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 Diamond Creek Guard Station?+
According to FCC coverage maps, cell signal at Diamond Creek Guard Station is rated none. FCC maps show theoretical coverage — actual signal in remote or heavily forested areas may be weaker.
What season is Diamond Creek Guard Station open, and what are check-in times?+
Diamond Creek Guard Station is open May through October. Check-in is 2:00 PM, check-out is 12:00 PM.

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$35 /night★ 3.8 (10)
SeasonMay through October
Check-in2:00 PM
Check-out12:00 PM
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Clear Creek Guard Station

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