Johnson Creek Guard Station
Johnson Creek Guard Station is a national forest campground in Idaho. Hookups: electric.
- Type
- National forest campground
- Location
- Idaho
- Coordinates
- 44.92806, -115.47750
- Hookups
- Electric
- Activities
- Biking, Camping, Fishing, Hiking, Historic & Cultural Site, Hunting, Wildlife Viewing
- Map
- Open in OpenStreetMap
- Phone
- 208-382-7400
Amenities
- Reservable sites
Only amenities a source confirms are listed; an amenity missing here is unknown, not absent.
About Johnson Creek Guard Station
Overview 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. It can be accessed by most vehicles via dirt and gravel roads, but trailers are not recommended. Recreation The cabin is near several trailheads into the Frank Church - River of No Return Wilderness. These non-motorized trails are popular for hikers, mountain bikers and equestrians. Off-road vehicle trails are also nearby. Click here for an Idaho OHV safety message. The South Fork Salmon River and Johnson Creek offer opportunities for fishing. Berry picking and hunting are popular pastimes in season. Facilities The rustic cabin has two twin beds with mattresses in the loft, as well as two cots, a couch and a heater. A full size bed is in separate bedroom. The kitchen is equipped with a table and four chairs, an electric range and a refrigerator. Cookware and utensils are provided, including saucepans, pots and lids, plates, bowls, cups, mugs, utensils, knives, a cutting board, salad bowl and cookie sheet. A modern bathroom with a flush toilet and shower is available. Two picnic tables, a campfire ring and two grills are located outside behind the cabin. Guests must bring garbage bags to pack out their own trash. Bedding, lanterns or flashlights, towels and emergency drinking water are not provided. N
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Nearby RV services
- Dump station
- None mapped within 50 mi
- Water fill
- None mapped within 50 mi
- Propane
- None mapped within 50 mi
- Low clearances
- None mapped within 10 mi
- Off-road routes
- 40 designated routes (139 mi) within 10 mi
Other places to stay nearby
| Name | Type | Distance | Fee | Hookups |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Golden Gate Campground | National forest campground | 0.6 mi | — | — |
| Golden Gate Campground | Private campground | 0.7 mi | — | — |
| Yellow Pine Campground | National forest campground | 2.1 mi | — | — |
| Yellow Pine Campground | Private campground | 2.1 mi | — | — |
| Murph's RV Park | RV park | 2.6 mi | — | — |
| Old East Fork | National forest camping area | 2.9 mi | — | — |
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Sources. Recreation.gov (RIDB). Updated June 2026. Facility facts only; DryRig does not publish ratings or reviews on this page.