Stump Creek Guard Station

Caribou-Targhee National Forest — fishing, hiking

Location: Montpelier, ID, ID

Price: From $60 per night

Rating: 3.9 out of 5 (7 reviews)

Season: May through October

Stump Creek Guard Station is located along what was once the Lander Cutoff for the Oregon Trail. Visitors can trace the path that covered wagons traveled on over 150 years ago on their way to the Pacific Northwest. Wagon ruts are still carved into the soil.

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

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

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

Historic Oregon Trail location with wagon ruts still visible from over 150 years ago. Campers praise the cute mountain cabin with running water and shower facilities.

Wildlife alert: Wapiti (Elk), American Badger, Sandhill Crane, Rufous Hummingbird, Cinnamon Teal, Western Tanager, Northern Rubber Boa

Insider tips for Stump Creek Guard Station: Book early as a federal campground with limited availability Winter access requires ski, snowshoe, or snowmobile; bring your own supplies and gear Cabin includes running water with kitchen sink and shower despite lack of electricity

Skip Stump Creek Guard Station if: Expecting hookups - no hookups available. Needing electricity - cabin has propane heating only. Visiting in winter without winter sports equipment.

Best time to visit Stump Creek Guard Station: May-October — Official operating season for vehicle access; winter requires ski, snowshoe, or snowmobile travel over 1+ miles.

Nearby campgrounds: Johnson Guard Station (Montpelier, ID), Diamond Creek Guard Station (Montpelier, ID), Cottonwood Group Campsite (AFTON, WY), Clear Creek Guard Station (MONTPELIER, ID).

Cell Phone Coverage at Stump Creek Guard Station

Cell signal at Stump 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★ 3.9 (7 reviews)From $60/nightFederal campground · book on Recreation.gov
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Stump Creek Guard Station is located along what was once the Lander Cutoff for the Oregon Trail. Visitors can trace the path that covered wagons traveled on over 150 years ago on their way to the Pacific Northwest. Wagon ruts are still carved into the soil.

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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.
Max/site6 people

Amenities

RIDB /facilities /campsites · owner-verified
Essentials
Fire RingsDrinking Water
Recreation
Picnic TablesElectric Hookups
Family & Pets
Vault ToiletsFishing

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:✕ Expecting hookups - no hookups available✕ Needing electricity - cabin has propane heating only✕ Visiting in winter without winter sports equipment

Insider tips & when to go

CamperWatch intel · hand-curated entry

Book early as a federal campground with limited availability

Winter access requires ski, snowshoe, or snowmobile; bring your own supplies and gear

Cabin includes running water with kitchen sink and shower despite lack of electricity

Best: May-October

Official operating season for vehicle access; winter requires ski, snowshoe, or snowmobile travel over 1+ miles

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: Wapiti (Elk), American Badger, Sandhill Crane, Rufous Hummingbird, Cinnamon Teal, Western Tanager, Northern Rubber Boa

Location

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Getting there →

From Afton, Wyoming, travel 4 miles north on Highway 89 to the town of Grover. At Grover, turn west and travel 3 miles to Auburn. Then go south 1/2 mile to Road 110, then west 4 miles to Road 109 for 2 miles. This will put you at the guard station. Maps are available upon request at the district office.

Campground entrance

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Community

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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

RIDB facts + intel · FAQPage schema, speakable
How much does Stump Creek Guard Station cost per night?+
Stump Creek Guard Station costs $60 per night. Hookup options: No hookups.
What season is Stump Creek Guard Station open?+
Stump Creek Guard Station is open May through October. Check-in is 2:00 PM, check-out is 12:00 PM.
Does Stump Creek Guard Station have hookups?+
No hookups.
What is the maximum RV length at Stump Creek Guard Station?+
Stump Creek Guard Station is primarily a tent camping facility.
How do I make reservations at Stump Creek Guard Station?+
Stump 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 Stump Creek Guard Station?+
According to FCC coverage maps, cell signal at Stump 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 Stump Creek Guard Station open, and what are check-in times?+
Stump Creek Guard Station is open May through October. Check-in is 2:00 PM, check-out is 12:00 PM.
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National Weather Service — Live hourly forecast + active alerts
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Google Air Quality API — Live AQI at exact campground coordinates
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iNaturalist — Research-grade wildlife within 8km
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Google Pollen API — Today’s tree, grass & weed pollen forecast
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FCC Broadband Map — Verizon, AT&T, T-Mobile 4G/5G coverage data
broadbandmap.fcc.gov · quarterly
Sunrise-Sunset.org — Sunrise, sunset & golden hour for today
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Google Street View — Campground entrance & access road imagery
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RIDB — ADA sites, hookups, toilets, pets, campfire rules, bear boxes, max RV, activities, contact, directions
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$60 /night★ 3.9 (7)
SeasonMay through October
Check-in2:00 PM
Check-out12:00 PM
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