## Overview

Summit View Campground is located eight miles east of U.S. Highway 30, near
Georgetown, Idaho. It is in a forested setting, high in the Bear River Range.
Visitors enjoy exploring area trails, including the Great Western Trail, and
picking seasonal wild huckleberries.

## Recreation

Summit View sits within the Great Western Trail corridor, which offers
excellent hiking, biking, horseback riding and off-road vehicle riding
opportunities. The Harrington Peak trail, a 3.5-mile one-way trail to the
summit, begins within the campground.

## Facilities

Summit View sits within the Great Western Trail corridor, which offers
excellent hiking, biking, horseback riding and off-road vehicle riding
opportunities. The Harrington Peak trail, a 3.5-mile one-way trail to the
summit, begins within the campground.

## Natural Features

The campground is situated in a lodgepole pine forest, where summer grasses
and wildflowers are plentiful. During the fall, wild huckleberries can be
found in abundance throughout the campground.

<h2>Overview</h2>
Summit View Campground is located eight miles east of U.S. Highway 30, near Georgetown, Idaho. It is in a forested setting, high in the Bear River Range. Visitors enjoy exploring area trails, including the Great Western Trail, and picking seasonal wild huckleberries.<h2>Recreation</h2>
Summit View sits within the Great Western Trail corridor, which offers excellent hiking, biking, horseback riding and off-road vehicle riding opportunities. The Harrington Peak trail, a 3.5-mile one-way trail to the summit, begins within the campground.<h2>Facilities</h2>
Summit View sits within the Great Western Trail corridor, which offers excellent hiking, biking, horseback riding and off-road vehicle riding opportunities. The Harrington Peak trail, a 3.5-mile one-way trail to the summit, begins within the campground.<h2>Natural Features</h2>
The campground is situated in a lodgepole pine forest, where summer grasses and wildflowers are plentiful. During the fall, wild huckleberries can be found in abundance throughout the campground.

SUMMIT VIEW CAMPGROUND

Summit View Campground

## Overview

Clear Creek Guard Station is located 20 miles northeast of Montpelier, Idaho.
Not much is known about the history of this guard station site, but it's
believed to have been an administrative site since 1910. Several different
buildings have either been built or relocated to this site since then. The
current A-frame cabin was built by the Young Adult Conservation Corps in 1980.  
  
The cabin is accessible by car when there is no snow. Guests should be
prepared to snowmobile in winter, and they are responsible for their own
travel arrangements and safety. The snowmobile trip is about 5 miles from Crow
Creek and 10 miles from Montpelier Reservoir.  
  
The cabin provides some basic comforts, but guests will need to bring some of
their own supplies and gear to make their stay comfortable.

## Recreation

This area offers myriad recreational opportunities. Nearby trails attract
mountain bikers, hikers and off-road vehicle enthusiasts (Idaho OHV safety
message). Snowmobiling and cross-country skiing are popular winter activities.  
  
Anglers can fish in Clear Creek. Hunting is available in season.

## Facilities

This area offers myriad recreational opportunities. Nearby trails attract
mountain bikers, hikers and off-road vehicle enthusiasts (Idaho OHV safety
message). Snowmobiling and cross-country skiing are popular winter activities.  
  
Anglers can fish in Clear Creek. Hunting is available in season.

## Natural Features

Clear Creek Guard Station is tucked up against a mixed conifer and aspen
forest at the edge of a meadow at an elevation of 6,500 feet. The cabin sits
near the confluence of Crow Creek and Clear Creek. The surrounding landscape
is rugged and mountainous. Area wildlife includes black bear, wolf, elk,
moose, mule deer, bison, grizzly bear, mountain lion and pronghorn (bear
safety tips).

<h2>Overview</h2>
Clear Creek Guard Station is located 20 miles northeast of Montpelier, Idaho. Not much is known about the history of this guard station site, but it's believed to have been an administrative site since 1910. Several different buildings have
either been built or relocated to this site since then. The current A-frame cabin was built by the Young Adult Conservation Corps in 1980.<br/><br/>  

The cabin is accessible by car when there is no snow. Guests should be prepared to snowmobile in winter, and they are responsible for their own travel arrangements and safety. The snowmobile trip is about 5 miles from Crow Creek and 10 miles from Montpelier Reservoir.<br/><br/>  

The cabin provides some basic comforts, but guests will need to bring some of their own supplies and gear to make their stay comfortable. 
<h2>Recreation</h2>
This area offers myriad recreational opportunities. Nearby trails attract mountain bikers, hikers and off-road vehicle enthusiasts (<a href="http://www.recreation.gov/marketing.do?goto=/safety.htm" rel="nofollow">Idaho OHV safety message</a>). Snowmobiling and cross-country skiing are popular
winter activities.<br/><br/>

Anglers can fish in Clear Creek. Hunting is available in season.   
<h2>Facilities</h2>
This area offers myriad recreational opportunities. Nearby trails attract mountain bikers, hikers and off-road vehicle enthusiasts (<a href="http://www.recreation.gov/marketing.do?goto=/safety.htm" rel="nofollow">Idaho OHV safety message</a>). Snowmobiling and cross-country skiing are popular
winter activities.<br/><br/>

Anglers can fish in Clear Creek. Hunting is available in season.   
<h2>Natural Features</h2>
Clear Creek Guard Station is tucked up against a mixed conifer and aspen forest at the edge of a meadow at an elevation of 6,500 feet. The cabin sits near the 
confluence of Crow Creek and Clear Creek. The surrounding landscape is rugged and mountainous. Area wildlife includes black bear, wolf, elk, moose, mule deer, bison, grizzly bear, mountain lion and pronghorn (<a href="http://www.recreation.gov/marketing.do?goto=/wildlifeAlert.html" rel="nofollow">bear safety tips</a>).

CLEAR CREEK GUARD STATION

Sleeping Area

Wood Stove

Clear Creek Guard Station

## Overview

Diamond Creek Guard Station is located 30 miles east of Soda Springs, Idaho.
The current building was constructed in the early 1990â??s as a snowmobile
warming hut.  
  
The cabin is accessible by car in warmer months and by snowmobile in winter.
The cabin provides a few conveniences; however, guests should be prepared to
bring the supplies and equipment they need to make their stay more
comfortable.

## Recreation

The Bear Canyon OHV Trail is about two miles north of the guard station .
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
big game and game bird hunters.

## Facilities

The Bear Canyon OHV Trail is about two miles north of the guard station .
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
big game and game bird hunters.

## Natural Features

**The cabin sits in a meadow at an elevation of 6,900 feet surrounded by the
peaks of Dry Ridge and the Webster sub-range 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. **

<h2>Overview</h2>
Diamond Creek Guard Station is located 30 miles east of Soda Springs, Idaho. The current building was constructed in the early 1990â??s as a snowmobile warming hut. <br/>
<br/>
The cabin is accessible by car in warmer months and by snowmobile in winter. The cabin provides a few conveniences; however, guests should be prepared to bring the supplies and equipment they need to make their stay more comfortable.<h2>Recreation</h2>
The Bear Canyon OHV Trail is about two miles north of the guard station . 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. <br/>
<br/>
Anglers can fish in nearby Diamond Creek. The surrounding area also attracts big game and game bird hunters.
<h2>Facilities</h2>
The Bear Canyon OHV Trail is about two miles north of the guard station . 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. <br/>
<br/>
Anglers can fish in nearby Diamond Creek. The surrounding area also attracts big game and game bird hunters.
<h2>Natural Features</h2>
<b>The cabin sits in a meadow at an elevation of 6,900 feet surrounded by the peaks of Dry Ridge and the Webster sub-range in southeastern Idaho. Stands of aspen and lodgepole pine dot the landscape. <br/>
<br/>
Wildlife in the Caribou-Targhee National Forest includes black bears, wolves, elk, moose, mule deer, bison, grizzly bears , mountain lions and pronghorn. </b>

Diamond Creek Guard Station

## 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.  
  
The cabin is accessible by car in warmer months and by snowmobile in winter.
The cabin provides a few conveniences, so guests should be prepared to bring
the supplies and equipment they need to make their stay more comfortable.

## 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.

## Facilities

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.

## 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).

<h2>Overview</h2>
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.<br/><br/>

The cabin is accessible by car in warmer months and by snowmobile in winter. The cabin provides a few conveniences, so guests should be prepared to bring the supplies
and equipment they need to make their stay more comfortable. <h2>Recreation</h2>
The Bear Canyon OHV Trail is about 1 mile north of the guard station (<a href="http://www.recreation.gov/marketing.do?goto=/safety.htm" rel="nofollow">Idaho OHV safety message</a>). 
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.<br/><br/> 

Anglers can fish in nearby Diamond Creek. The surrounding area also attracts game and game bird hunters.  <h2>Facilities</h2>
The Bear Canyon OHV Trail is about 1 mile north of the guard station (<a href="http://www.recreation.gov/marketing.do?goto=/safety.htm" rel="nofollow">Idaho OHV safety message</a>). 
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.<br/><br/> 

Anglers can fish in nearby Diamond Creek. The surrounding area also attracts game and game bird hunters.  <h2>Natural Features</h2>
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.<br/><br/>

Wildlife in the Caribou-Targhee National Forest includes black bears, wolves, elk, moose, mule deer, bison, grizzly bears, mountain lions and pronghorn
(<a href="http://www.recreation.gov/marketing.do?goto=/wildlifeAlert.html" rel="nofollow">bear safety tips</a>).

JOHNSON GUARD STATION

Johnson Guard Station

## Overview

Eight Mile Guard Station is a short drive from Soda Springs, Idaho. It was
established as early as 1908. Several buildings have appeared on this site,
although most were replaced or relocated. The current cabin was built in 1962.  
  
The guard station only accessible by snowmobile in winter, and guests are
responsible for their own travel arrangements and safety. Many conveniences
are provided, especially in the warmer months, but additional supplies and
gear may be needed to ensure a comfortable stay.

## Recreation

Hikers, mountain bikers and off-road vehicle enthusiasts can all find trails
nearby (Idaho OHV safety message). The winter months attract snowmobilers and
cross-country skiers.  
  
Anglers can fish in Eightmile Creek. This is also a popular area for hunting
game and game birds.

## Facilities

Hikers, mountain bikers and off-road vehicle enthusiasts can all find trails
nearby (Idaho OHV safety message). The winter months attract snowmobilers and
cross-country skiers.  
  
Anglers can fish in Eightmile Creek. This is also a popular area for hunting
game and game birds.

## Natural Features

The cabin sits in a meadow at an elevation of 6,000 feet, surrounded by stands
of tall conifer trees. Eightmile Creek meanders nearby. The rugged limestone
and dolomite peaks of the Bear River Range stretch out around the cabin.  
  
Visitors enjoy viewing summer wildflowers and an abundance of wildlife. Large
populations of deer, elk and moose inhabit this rugged backcountry. Pikas and
marmots are sometimes seen, and beavers make their home around mountain
streams.

## Nearby Attractions

Soda Springs attracts visitors for its variety of parks and historical
landmarks. Visitors can see covered wagon ruts left in the soil from pioneers
traveling the Oregon Trail, as well as explore Formation Springs and Cave.
There's also a museum, a golf course and several places to shop and dine.

<h2>Overview</h2>
Eight Mile Guard Station is a short drive from Soda Springs, Idaho. It was established as early as 1908. Several buildings have appeared on this site, although most were replaced or relocated. The current cabin
was built in 1962.<br/><br/>
The guard station only accessible by snowmobile in winter, and guests are responsible for their own travel arrangements and
safety. Many conveniences are provided, especially in the warmer months, but additional supplies and gear may be needed to ensure a comfortable stay.<h2>Recreation</h2>
Hikers, mountain bikers and off-road vehicle enthusiasts can all find trails nearby (<a href="http://www.recreation.gov/marketing.do?goto=/safety.htm" rel="nofollow">Idaho OHV safety 
message</a>). The winter months attract snowmobilers and cross-country skiers.<br/><br/>

Anglers can fish in Eightmile Creek. This is also a popular area for hunting game and game birds. 
<h2>Facilities</h2>
Hikers, mountain bikers and off-road vehicle enthusiasts can all find trails nearby (<a href="http://www.recreation.gov/marketing.do?goto=/safety.htm" rel="nofollow">Idaho OHV safety 
message</a>). The winter months attract snowmobilers and cross-country skiers.<br/><br/>

Anglers can fish in Eightmile Creek. This is also a popular area for hunting game and game birds. 
<h2>Natural Features</h2>
The cabin sits in a meadow at an elevation of 6,000 feet, surrounded by stands of tall conifer trees. Eightmile Creek meanders nearby. The rugged limestone and dolomite
peaks of the Bear River Range stretch out around the cabin.<br/><br/> 

Visitors enjoy viewing summer wildflowers and an abundance of wildlife. Large populations of deer, elk and moose inhabit this rugged backcountry. Pikas and 
marmots are sometimes seen, and beavers make their home around mountain streams.  
<h2>Nearby Attractions</h2>
Soda Springs attracts visitors for its variety of parks and historical landmarks. Visitors can see covered wagon ruts left in the soil from pioneers traveling the 
Oregon Trail, as well as explore Formation Springs and Cave. There's also a museum, a golf course and several places to shop and dine.

EIGHT MILE GUARD STATION

Eight Mile Guard Station

## Overview

Montpelier Canyon Campground provides a rustic camping opportunity next to
Highway 89, along Montpelier Creek, at an elevation of 6,400 feet. Montpelier
Reservoir is within five miles, offering fishing, boating and canoeing.

## Recreation

Montpelier Creek offers rainbow, cutthroat and brown trout fishing. Many
visitors make the short drive to Montpelier Reservoir for boating, canoeing
and additional fishing opportunities. A boat ramp is located at the reservoir.

## Facilities

Montpelier Creek offers rainbow, cutthroat and brown trout fishing. Many
visitors make the short drive to Montpelier Reservoir for boating, canoeing
and additional fishing opportunities. A boat ramp is located at the reservoir.

## Natural Features

The campground in situated in dense stands of willow, which help shelter the
campground from traffic noise. Montpelier Creek runs alongside the campground.

## Nearby Attractions

Beautiful Bear Lake straddles the Utah-Idaho border and is within a 35-minute
drive of the campground. Outdoor activities abound at Bear Lake, with endless
boating, water skiing, jet skiing, scuba diving, swimming, hiking, biking,
horseback riding and off-road vehicle riding opportunities. Sightseeing and
scenic driving are popular activities as well.

<h2>Overview</h2>
Montpelier Canyon Campground provides a rustic camping opportunity next to Highway 89, along Montpelier Creek, at an elevation of 6,400 feet. Montpelier Reservoir is within five miles, offering fishing, boating and canoeing.<h2>Recreation</h2>
Montpelier Creek offers rainbow, cutthroat and brown trout fishing. Many visitors make the short drive to Montpelier Reservoir for boating, canoeing and additional fishing opportunities. A boat ramp is located at the reservoir.<h2>Facilities</h2>
Montpelier Creek offers rainbow, cutthroat and brown trout fishing. Many visitors make the short drive to Montpelier Reservoir for boating, canoeing and additional fishing opportunities. A boat ramp is located at the reservoir.<h2>Natural Features</h2>
The campground in situated in dense stands of willow, which help shelter the campground from traffic noise. Montpelier Creek runs alongside the campground. 

<h2>Nearby Attractions</h2>
Beautiful Bear Lake straddles the Utah-Idaho border and is within a 35-minute drive of the campground. Outdoor activities abound at Bear Lake, with endless boating, water skiing, jet skiing, scuba diving, swimming, hiking, biking, horseback riding and off-road vehicle riding opportunities. Sightseeing and scenic driving are popular activities as well.

MONTPELIER CANYON CAMPGROUND

Montpelier Canyon Campground

## Overview

Emigration Campground is located in 17 miles west of Montpelier, Idaho, just
off State Highway 36 in Emigration Canyon. Visitors enjoy exploring the nearby
Highline Trail and fishing on local streams.

## Recreation

The Highline National Recreation Trail is adjacent to the campground and is
considered the premier trail of the Montpelier District. It is open to hikers,
bikers, horseback riders, motorcyclists and off-road vehicle riders. The trail
stretches 55 miles along the backbone of the Bear River Range and intersects
many other trails on the west side of the district.

## Facilities

The Highline National Recreation Trail is adjacent to the campground and is
considered the premier trail of the Montpelier District. It is open to hikers,
bikers, horseback riders, motorcyclists and off-road vehicle riders. The trail
stretches 55 miles along the backbone of the Bear River Range and intersects
many other trails on the west side of the district.

## Natural Features

The campground is situated in a quiet canyon forested with pine, spruce and
aspen trees. Summer wildflowers dot the landscape and grasses cover the area.
Wild huckleberries are abundant in mid-August.

<h2>Overview</h2>
Emigration Campground is located in 17 miles west of Montpelier, Idaho, just off State Highway 36 in Emigration Canyon. Visitors enjoy exploring the nearby Highline Trail and fishing on local streams.<h2>Recreation</h2>
The Highline National Recreation Trail is adjacent to the campground and is considered the premier trail of the Montpelier District. It is open to hikers, bikers, horseback riders, motorcyclists and off-road vehicle riders. The trail stretches 55 miles along the backbone of the Bear River Range and intersects many other trails on the west side of the district. <h2>Facilities</h2>
The Highline National Recreation Trail is adjacent to the campground and is considered the premier trail of the Montpelier District. It is open to hikers, bikers, horseback riders, motorcyclists and off-road vehicle riders. The trail stretches 55 miles along the backbone of the Bear River Range and intersects many other trails on the west side of the district. <h2>Natural Features</h2>
The campground is situated in a quiet canyon forested with pine, spruce and aspen trees. Summer wildflowers dot the landscape and grasses cover the area. Wild huckleberries are abundant in mid-August.

Summit View Campground

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Nearby Campgrounds

Clear Creek Guard Station

Diamond Creek Guard Station

Johnson Guard Station

Eight Mile Guard Station

Montpelier Canyon Campground

Emigration Campground