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Johnson Creek Guard Station

Boise National Forest — riverside, fishing, hiking

Location: Cascade, ID, ID

Price: From $100 per night

Rating: 4.8 out of 5 (12 reviews)

Season: May through October

Johnson Creek Guard Station was built in 1922 and offers a charming mountain respite with modern conveniences. The cabin offers nearly everything needed for a pleasant and comfortable stay. Peak season for the cabin is typically early June through late September.

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

Amenities: Fire Rings, Picnic Tables, Flush Toilets, Drinking Water, Showers, Electric Hookups, Fishing

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

Historic 1922 cabin offering modern convenities with access to Frank Church - River of No Return Wilderness trailheads. Near excellent fishing and non-motorized recreation opportunities.

Wildlife alert: American Pika, Red Fox, Columbian Ground Squirrel, Tree Swallow, Western Tanager, Chipping Sparrow, Common Merganser

Insider tips for Johnson Creek Guard Station: Book early — federal campground with seasonal operations Access via dirt and gravel roads from ID-55 north of Cascade; trailers not recommended Nearby trailheads offer biking and hiking into Frank Church - River of No Return Wilderness

Skip Johnson Creek Guard Station if: Traveling with a trailer — not recommended on access roads. Need hookups — no hookups available. Outside May-October season — seasonal operations only.

Best time to visit Johnson Creek Guard Station: June-September — Peak season for cabin operations per RIDB official description.

Nearby campgrounds: Golden Gate Campground (ID), Yellow Pine Campground (Cascade, ID), Ice Hole Campground (Cascade, ID), Four Mile (McCall, ID).

Cell Phone Coverage at Johnson Creek Guard Station

Cell signal at Johnson Creek Guard Station (Cascade, 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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    Cascade, ID, ID★ 4.8 (12 reviews)From $100/nightFederal campground · book on Recreation.gov
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    Johnson Creek Guard Station was built in 1922 and offers a charming mountain respite with modern conveniences. The cabin offers nearly everything needed for a pleasant and comfortable stay. Peak season for the cabin is typically early June through late September.

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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
    Hookups1 electric sites
    CampfiresAllowed
    Max/site6 people

    Amenities

    RIDB /facilities /campsites · owner-verified
    Essentials
    Fire RingsDrinking WaterFishing
    Recreation
    Picnic TablesShowers
    Family & Pets
    Flush ToiletsElectric Hookups

    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:✕ Traveling with a trailer — not recommended on access roads✕ Need hookups — no hookups available✕ Outside May-October season — seasonal operations only

    Insider tips & when to go

    CamperWatch intel · hand-curated entry

    Book early

    federal campground with seasonal operations

    Access via dirt and gravel roads from ID-55 north of Cascade; trailers not recommended

    Nearby trailheads offer biking and hiking into Frank Church - River of No Return Wilderness

    Best: June-September

    Peak season for cabin operations per RIDB official description

    Things to do nearby

    RIDB /activities /recareas + intel

    Conditions today

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    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: American Pika, Red Fox, Columbian Ground Squirrel, Tree Swallow, Western Tanager, Chipping Sparrow, Common Merganser

    Location

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    208-382-7400· Boise National Forest
    Getting there →

    From Cascade, ID, head north on ID-55/Main Street toward McCall, ID. Turn right/east on FH-22/Warm Lake Road. Stay on this road for about 35 miles. Turn left/north on Road 413/Johnson Creek Road. Stay on this road for about 22 miles. The cabin sits on the right/east side of the road. Look for the Forest Service sign. This is good unpaved road, but there are a few narrow and steep sections with few pull-outs, and there may be some washboard sections. Use low gears. Some sections of the road are s

    Campground entrance

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    Pro tips

    • Book on recreation.gov exactly 6 months ahead at 10am ET — Boise National Forest fills fast in peak season.
    • Check current road conditions at Boise National Forest before arrival — seasonal closures common.
    • Bear country — store all food in bear boxes or locked vehicle at all times.

    Frequently asked questions

    RIDB facts + intel · FAQPage schema, speakable
    How much does Johnson Creek Guard Station cost per night?+
    Johnson Creek Guard Station costs $100 per night. Hookup options: No hookups.
    What season is Johnson Creek Guard Station open?+
    Johnson Creek Guard Station is open May through October. Check-in is 2:00 PM, check-out is 12:00 PM.
    Does Johnson Creek Guard Station have hookups?+
    No hookups.
    What is the maximum RV length at Johnson Creek Guard Station?+
    Johnson Creek Guard Station is primarily a tent camping facility.
    How do I make reservations at Johnson Creek Guard Station?+
    Johnson 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 Johnson Creek Guard Station?+
    According to FCC coverage maps, cell signal at Johnson 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 Johnson Creek Guard Station open, and what are check-in times?+
    Johnson Creek Guard Station is open May through October. Check-in is 2:00 PM, check-out is 12:00 PM.
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    $100 /night★ 4.8 (12)
    SeasonMay through October
    Check-in2:00 PM
    Check-out12:00 PM
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