Snyder Guard Station (Id)
Idaho Panhandle National Forests — lakeside
Location: Bonners Ferry, ID, ID
Price: From $20 per night
Rating: 5 out of 5 (17 reviews)
Season: May through October
Snyder Guard station, located on the banks of the scenic Moyie River, has been listed on the National Register for Historic places since 1982. The complex of seven buildings includes a residence, two log cabins, a cookhouse, warehouse, corrals, a machinery shed and a garage. The facility is spread across 10 lovely acres and is perfect for large groups of up to 70 people or small family getaways.
Cell coverage (FCC estimate): none signal. Actual signal may vary in remote areas.
Amenities: Fire Rings, Picnic Tables, Vault Toilets, Drinking Water, Showers, Electric Hookups
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Historic 10-acre facility on the scenic Moyie River with well-maintained grounds and quick trails. Perfect for large groups up to 70 people or small family getaways, with Google reviewers praising its security, privacy, and covered pavilion venue.
Wildlife alert: Moose, American Beaver, Common Merganser, Hermit Thrush, Dusky Grouse, and Western Painted Turtle observed within 8km
Insider tips for Snyder Guard Station (Id): Book early—this is a popular federal campground Plan for a 50-minute drive (36 miles northeast) from Bonners Ferry Group venue with covered pavilion available for large gatherings
Skip Snyder Guard Station (Id) if: You need hookups—no hookups available at sites. You prefer spontaneous camping—book in advance for seasonal operations. You want immediate proximity to town—located 36 miles from Bonners Ferry.
Best time to visit Snyder Guard Station (Id): May-October — Facility operates seasonally during these months only.
Nearby campgrounds: Deer Ridge Lookout (BONNERS FERRY, ID), Mt. Baldy-Buckhorn Ridge (TROY, MT), Whitetail Yurt (Troy, MT), Garver Mtn. Lookout Rental (TROY, MT).
Cell Phone Coverage at Snyder Guard Station (Id)
Cell signal at Snyder Guard Station (Id) (Bonners Ferry, 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.
Snyder Guard station, located on the banks of the scenic Moyie River, has been listed on the National Register for Historic places since 1982. The complex of seven buildings includes a residence, two log cabins, a cookhouse, warehouse, corrals, a machinery shed and a garage. The facility is spread across 10 lovely acres and is perfect for large groups of up to 70 people or small family getaways.
Verified facts
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Insider tips & when to go
CamperWatch intel · hand-curated entryBook early
this is a popular federal campground
Plan for a 50-minute drive (36 miles northeast) from Bonners Ferry
Group venue with covered pavilion available for large gatherings
Facility operates seasonally during these months only
Things to do nearby
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Wildlife nearby
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Getting there →
Snyder Guard Station is located 36 road miles northeast of Bonners Ferry, ID and takes 50 minutes to drive from point to point. From the Bonners Ferry Ranger Station, drive north on US 95 for 29.5 miles to Moyie River Road. Turn right (south) onto Moyie River Road (at Good Grief Cafe) and travel south for 5.5 miles. Snyder Guard Station is on the right and is marked with a sign. Travel time is 50 minutes from the Bonners Ferry Ranger District.
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- Book on recreation.gov exactly 6 months ahead at 10am ET — Idaho Panhandle National Forests fills fast in peak season.
- Check current road conditions at Idaho Panhandle National Forests before arrival — seasonal closures common.
- Bear country — store all food in bear boxes or locked vehicle at all times.
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