Overview
Johnson Guard Station is located 30 miles east of Soda Springs, Idaho, on a site that was established in 1910. The current building was constructed in 1934, and is
named after James J. Johnson, who served as ranger of the Georgetown Ranger District from 1907-1913. It's been used for various purposes over the years, from serving
as summer headquarters to housing work crews.
Great Facilities and Amenities
Checkin Time
(All campsites have Checkin Time)
Checkout Time
(All campsites have Checkout Time)
Max Num Of People
(Up to 15)
Max Num Of Vehicles
(Up to 0)
Shade
(All campsites have Shade)
Natural Features
The cabin sits in a meadow at an elevation of 6,500 feet surrounded by the peaks of Dry Ridge and the Webster subrange in southeastern Idaho. Stands of aspen and
lodgepole pine dot the landscape.Wildlife in the Caribou-Targhee National Forest includes black bears, wolves, elk, moose, mule deer, bison, grizzly bears, mountain lions and pronghorn
(bear safety tips).
Recreation
The Bear Canyon OHV Trail is about 1 mile north of the guard station (Idaho OHV safety message).
Hikers and mountain bikers will also find trails nearby. The area surrounding the cabin is a playground for snowmobilers and skiers in the winter months.Anglers can fish in nearby Diamond Creek. The surrounding area also attracts game and game bird hunters.