## Overview

This small campground (4 sites) on the South Fork Road is a hub for the nearby
network of trails. Explore these ruggedly beautiful mountains in almost any
direction, or try your luck fishing in the South Fork of the Salmon River.

This location is available on a first-come, first-served basis only. Visitors
are required to physically arrive at the campground to purchase and claim a
site. Once on-site, you may be able to pay for your campsite(s) by scanning a
QR code using the Recreation.gov mobile app, and the Scan and Pay feature.

If this option is available, you will need to **first download the
free****Recreation.gov****mobile app****https://www.recreation.gov/mobile-
app****prior to your arrival** as some remote areas have limited or no
cellular service.

## Recreation

Camp Creek Trailhead is located at this site and is the starting point for the
Pheobe Meadow Trail #291 which access Phoebe Meadows.

## Facilities

The campground is equipped with a stock loading ramp and hitching rack. There
are four campground units with tables, and fire rings. The campground has an
outhouse and hiking trail access. No drinking water, no hook-ups. Please pack
in/pack out.

## Nearby Attractions

Camp Creek Campground is near the Reed Ranch airstrip or twelve miles south of
the confluence of the East Fork of the South Fork of the Salmon and the South
Fork Road.

<h2>Overview</h2>
<p>This small campground (4 sites) on the South Fork Road is a hub for the nearby network of trails. Explore these ruggedly beautiful mountains in almost any direction, or try your luck fishing in the South Fork of the Salmon River.</p>
<p>This location is available on a first-come, first-served basis only. Visitors are required to physically arrive at the campground to purchase and claim a site. Once on-site, you may be able to pay for your campsite(s) by scanning a QR code using the Recreation.gov mobile app, and the Scan and Pay feature. </p>
<p>If this option is available, you will need to <strong>first download the free </strong><a href="http://Recreation.gov" rel="nofollow"><strong>Recreation.gov</strong></a><strong> mobile app </strong><a href="https://www.recreation.gov/mobile-app" rel="nofollow"><strong>https://www.recreation.gov/mobile-app</strong></a><strong> prior to your arrival</strong> as some remote  areas have limited or no cellular service.</p>
<h2>Recreation</h2>
<p>Camp Creek Trailhead is located at this site and is the starting point for the Pheobe Meadow Trail #291 which access Phoebe Meadows.  </p>
<h2>Facilities</h2>
<p>The campground is equipped with a stock loading ramp and hitching rack. There are four campground units with tables, and fire rings. The campground has an outhouse and hiking trail access. No drinking water, no hook-ups. Please pack in/pack out.</p>

<h2>Nearby Attractions</h2>
<p>Camp Creek Campground is near the Reed Ranch airstrip or twelve miles south of the confluence of the East Fork of the South Fork of the Salmon and the South Fork Road.</p>

Forested setting with campfire ring and picnic table.

Campsite with picnic table and fire ring

Camp Creek Campground campsite

Camp Creek Campground

Camp Creek

## Overview

Located along side the South Fork Salmon River, these 4 campsites offer access
to an extensive trail system.

This location is available on a first-come, first-served basis only. Visitors
are required to physically arrive at the campground to purchase and claim a
site. Once on-site, you may be able to pay for your campsite(s) by scanning a
QR code using the Recreation.gov mobile app, and the Scan and Pay feature.

If this option is available, you will need to**first download the
free****Recreation.gov****mobile app****ht**
**tps://www.recreation.gov/mobile-app****prior to your arrival** as some
remote areas have limited or no cellular service.

## Recreation

Trails provide access for both motorized and non-motorized recreation.
Visitors enjoy fishing in the South Fork of the Salmon River.

## Facilities

Four Mile Campground is a small campgroud with 4 campsites and a vault toilet.
The campground is equipped with a stock ramp and hitching rack.

## Nearby Attractions

The South Fork of the Salmon River is a highly popular area of the Forest and
is one of the earlier areas to be snow-free in the spring. Several campgrounds
and dispersed campsites can be found along the South Fork Road (FS Rd #674).
The southern-most 7 miles of the South Fork Road are on the Boise National
Forest.

<h2>Overview</h2>
<p>Located along side the South Fork Salmon River, these 4 campsites offer access to an extensive trail system.</p>

<p>This location is available on a first-come, first-served basis only. Visitors are required to physically arrive at the campground to purchase and claim a site. Once on-site, you may be able to pay for your campsite(s) by scanning a QR code using the Recreation.gov mobile app, and the Scan and Pay feature. </p>
<p>If this option is available, you will need to<strong> first download the free </strong><a href="http://Recreation.gov" rel="nofollow"><strong>Recreation.gov</strong></a><strong> mobile app </strong><a href="https://www.recreation.gov/mobile-app" rel="nofollow"><strong>ht</strong></a> <a href="https://www.recreation.gov/mobile-app" rel="nofollow"><strong>tps://www.recreation.gov/mobile-app</strong></a><strong> prior to your arrival </strong>as some remote  areas have limited or no cellular service.</p>
<h2>Recreation</h2>
<p>Trails provide access for both motorized and non-motorized recreation. Visitors enjoy fishing in the South Fork of the Salmon River.</p>
<h2>Facilities</h2>
<p>Four Mile Campground is a small campgroud with 4 campsites and a vault toilet. The campground is equipped with a stock ramp and hitching rack.</p>

<h2>Nearby Attractions</h2>
<p>The South Fork of the Salmon River is a highly popular area of the Forest and is one of the earlier areas to be snow-free in the spring. Several campgrounds and dispersed campsites can be found along the South Fork Road (FS Rd #674). The southern-most 7 miles of the South Fork Road are on the Boise National Forest.</p>

Paved drive way with adjacent picnic table and grill.

Forested campsite at Four Mile Campground

Four Mile Campground Site

Four Mile Campground

Four Mile

## Overview

Located alongside the South Fork Salmon River, Buckhorn Bar Campground has 9
campsites, and an additional four walk-in, tent only sites.

This location is available on a first-come, first-served basis only. Visitors
are required to physically arrive at the campground to purchase and claim a
site. Once on-site, you may be able to pay for your campsite(s) by scanning a
QR code using the Recreation.gov mobile app, and the Scan and Pay feature.

If this option is available, you will need to **first download the
free****Recreation.gov****mobile app****https://www.recreation.gov/mobile-
app****prior to your arrival** as some remote areas have limited or no
cellular service.

## Recreation

Fishing and rafting in the South Fork of the Salmon River.

## Facilities

There are nine campground units, four walk-in sites with tables, fire rings,
grills, handicapped accessible toilets and drinking water.

<h2>Overview</h2>
<p>Located alongside the South Fork Salmon River, Buckhorn Bar Campground has 9 campsites, and an additional four walk-in, tent only sites. </p>

<p>This location is available on a first-come, first-served basis only. Visitors are required to physically arrive at the campground to purchase and claim a site. Once on-site, you may be able to pay for your campsite(s) by scanning a QR code using the Recreation.gov mobile app, and the Scan and Pay feature. </p>
<p>If this option is available, you will need to <strong>first download the free </strong><a href="http://Recreation.gov" rel="nofollow"><strong>Recreation.gov</strong></a><strong> mobile app </strong><a href="https://www.recreation.gov/mobile-app" rel="nofollow"><strong>https://www.recreation.gov/mobile-app</strong></a><strong> prior to your arrival </strong>as some remote  areas have limited or no cellular service.</p>
<h2>Recreation</h2>
<p>Fishing and rafting in the South Fork of the Salmon River.</p>
<h2>Facilities</h2>
<p>There are nine campground units, four walk-in sites with tables, fire rings, grills, handicapped accessible toilets and drinking water.</p>

Forested campsite at Buckhorn Campground

Campsite with picnic table, pedestal grill and fire ring.

Double walk-in campsite at River Loop adjacent to the South Fork of the Salmon River.

Campsite in forested setting with pedestal grill, fire pit and picnic table.

Buckhorn Bar

## Overview

Located along side the South Fork Salmon River, this paved campground offers
10 campsites, including 4 walk in tent sites.

This location is available on a first-come, first-served basis only. Visitors
are required to physically arrive at the campground to purchase and claim a
site. Once on-site, you may be able to pay for your campsite(s) by scanning a
QR code using the Recreation.gov mobile app, and the Scan and Pay feature.

If this option is available, you will need to**first download the
free****Recreation.gov****mobile app****https://www.recreation.gov/mobile-
app****prior to your arrival** as some remote areas have limited or no
cellular service.

## Recreation

The campground serves as take-out for those floating the South Fork of the
Salmon River from Goat Creek. Serves as the trailhead for an extensive trail
system. Many loop hikes are possible from here, of varying lengths and
difficulties. Open to those on foot, horses, mountain bikes, and trail bikes.
Fishing in the river.

## Facilities

Fire rings, hitching rails, toilet, drinking water, pack in/pack out. Please
pack out all your trash. No hook-ups.

## Nearby Attractions

The South Fork of the Salmon River is a highly popular area of the Forest and
is one of the earlier areas to be snow-free in the spring. Several campgrounds
and dispersed campsites can be found along the South Fork Road (FS Rd #674).
The southern-most 7 miles of the South Fork Road are on the Boise National
Forest.

<h2>Overview</h2>
<p>Located along side the South Fork Salmon River, this paved campground offers 10 campsites, including 4 walk in tent sites. </p>

<p>This location is available on a first-come, first-served basis only. Visitors are required to physically arrive at the campground to purchase and claim a site. Once on-site, you may be able to pay for your campsite(s) by scanning a QR code using the Recreation.gov mobile app, and the Scan and Pay feature. </p>
<p>If this option is available, you will need to<strong> first download the free </strong><a href="http://Recreation.gov" rel="nofollow"><strong>Recreation.gov</strong></a><strong> mobile app </strong><a href="https://www.recreation.gov/mobile-app" rel="nofollow"><strong>https://www.recreation.gov/mobile-app</strong></a><strong> prior to your arrival </strong>as some remote  areas have limited or no cellular service.</p>
<h2>Recreation</h2>
<p> The campground serves as take-out for those floating the South Fork of the Salmon River from Goat Creek. Serves as the trailhead for an extensive trail system. Many loop hikes are possible from here, of varying lengths and difficulties. Open to those on foot, horses, mountain bikes, and trail bikes. Fishing in the river. </p>
<h2>Facilities</h2>
<p>Fire rings, hitching rails, toilet, drinking water, pack in/pack out.  Please pack out all your trash. No hook-ups.</p>

<h2>Nearby Attractions</h2>
<p>The South Fork of the Salmon River is a highly popular area of the Forest and is one of the earlier areas to be snow-free in the spring. Several campgrounds and dispersed campsites can be found along the South Fork Road (FS Rd #674). The southern-most 7 miles of the South Fork Road are on the Boise National Forest.</p>

Forested campsite with picnic table and fire pit.

Poverty Flat campsite in a forested setting with picnic table and fire pit.

Campsite in forest clearing with picnic table and fire ring.

Campsite overlooking the South Fork Salmon River.

Poverty Flat Campsite overlooking the South Fork Salmon River.

Poverty Flat Walk-in Site

Poverty Flat

## Overview

Kennally Creek Campground is situated in a serene setting among mature forest
along the banks of Kennally Creek.

This location is available on a first-come, first-served basis only. Visitors
are required to physically arrive at the campground to purchase and claim a
site. Once on-site, you may be able to pay for your campsite(s) by scanning a
QR code using the Recreation.gov mobile app, and the Scan and Pay feature.

If this option is available, you will need to**first download the
free****Recreation.gov****mobile app****ht**
**tps://www.recreation.gov/mobile-app****prior to your arrival** as some
remote areas have limited or no cellular service.

## Recreation

The North Fork Kennally Creek Trail #102, East Fork Kennally Creek Trail #099,
and the Needles Summit Trail #101 depart immediately from the campground with
additional trail access just a few miles down the road.

## Facilities

Each of 11 sites include a fire ring and picnic table. A stock loading ramp
and hitching rails are available at the site. Potable water is typically
available June - September.

<h2>Overview</h2>
<p>Kennally Creek Campground is situated in a serene setting among mature forest along the banks of Kennally Creek.</p>

<p>This location is available on a first-come, first-served basis only. Visitors are required to physically arrive at the campground to purchase and claim a site. Once on-site, you may be able to pay for your campsite(s) by scanning a QR code using the Recreation.gov mobile app, and the Scan and Pay feature. </p>
<p>If this option is available, you will need to<strong> first download the free </strong><a href="http://Recreation.gov" rel="nofollow"><strong>Recreation.gov</strong></a><strong> mobile app </strong><a href="https://www.recreation.gov/mobile-app" rel="nofollow"><strong>ht</strong></a> <a href="https://www.recreation.gov/mobile-app" rel="nofollow"><strong>tps://www.recreation.gov/mobile-app</strong></a><strong> prior to your arrival </strong>as some remote  areas have limited or no cellular service.</p>
<h2>Recreation</h2>
<p>The North Fork Kennally Creek Trail #102, East Fork Kennally Creek Trail #099, and the Needles Summit Trail #101 depart immediately from the campground with additional trail access just a few miles down the road. </p>
<h2>Facilities</h2>
<p>Each of 11 sites include a fire ring and picnic table. A stock loading ramp and hitching rails are available at the site. Potable water is typically available June - September.</p>

Campsite with picnic table surrounded by tall trees.

Campsite in forested setting

Kennally Creek

## Overview

This campground features nine sites along the North Fork of Lake Fork Creek.
All sites are available on a first come, first serve basis.

This location is available on a first-come, first-served basis only. Visitors
are required to physically arrive at the campground to purchase and claim a
site. Once on-site, you may be able to pay for your campsite(s) by scanning a
QR code using the Recreation.gov mobile app, and the Scan and Pay feature.

If this option is available, you will need to**first download the
free****Recreation.gov****mobile app****https://www.recreation.gov/mobile-
app****prior to your arrival** as some remote areas have limited or no
cellular service.

## Recreation

This is a beautiful campground and a great base camp for adventure. From the
campground, trails head east, branching north and south into pristine mountain
areas: East Fork Lake Fork Creek Trail #104, Lake Fork First Bridge Trail
#339, and Paddy Flat/Lake Fork Creek Trail #103. There are many points of
interest and trailheads if you continue along Lick Creek Road. Nearby is Slick
Rock-Climbing area, a stunning exposed granite wall. Popular hiking areas
include, Box Lake, Snowslide Lake, and Duck Lake. Drive to Lick Creek Summit
(6,879 ft.) for 360-degree views of the Salmon River Mountains.

## Facilities

This campground features nine sites along the North Fork of Lake Fork Creek.
Each site has a fire ring, charcoal grill, and a picnic table. All sites are
available on a first come, first serve basis. There are two vault toilets and
drinking water is centrally located. There are no hookups and no trash
receptacles; please pack out your trash.

## Natural Features

Forested campground near a creek at approximately 5,329 feet elevation.

<h2>Overview</h2>
<p>This campground features nine sites along the North Fork of Lake Fork Creek.  All sites are available on a first come, first serve basis. </p>

<p>This location is available on a first-come, first-served basis only. Visitors are required to physically arrive at the campground to purchase and claim a site. Once on-site, you may be able to pay for your campsite(s) by scanning a QR code using the Recreation.gov mobile app, and the Scan and Pay feature. </p>
<p>If this option is available, you will need to<strong> first download the free </strong><a href="http://Recreation.gov" rel="nofollow"><strong>Recreation.gov</strong></a><strong> mobile app </strong><a href="https://www.recreation.gov/mobile-app" rel="nofollow"><strong>https://www.recreation.gov/mobile-app</strong></a><strong> prior to your arrival </strong>as some remote  areas have limited or no cellular service.</p>
<h2>Recreation</h2>
<p>This is a beautiful campground and a great base camp for adventure. From the campground, trails head east, branching north and south into pristine mountain areas: East Fork Lake Fork Creek Trail #104, Lake Fork First Bridge Trail #339, and Paddy Flat/Lake Fork Creek Trail #103. There are many points of interest and trailheads if you continue along Lick Creek Road. Nearby is Slick Rock-Climbing area, a stunning exposed granite wall. Popular hiking areas include, Box Lake, Snowslide Lake, and Duck Lake. Drive to Lick Creek Summit (6,879 ft.) for 360-degree views of the Salmon River Mountains. </p>
<h2>Facilities</h2>
<p>This campground features nine sites along the North Fork of Lake Fork Creek. Each site has a fire ring, charcoal grill, and a picnic table. All sites are available on a first come, first serve basis. There are two vault toilets and drinking water is centrally located. There are no hookups and no trash receptacles; please pack out your trash.</p>
<h2>Natural Features</h2>
<p>Forested campground near a creek at approximately 5,329 feet elevation. </p>

Lake Fork Campground site 7

Narrow, one-lane access road to north loop of campground.

Lake Fork Campground site 8 with creek in background.

Lake Fork Campground Site 3 - with picnic table, and fire pit. Pine forest setting.

Lake Fork

## Overview

This campground is located adjacent to the Secesh River and offers beautiful
river views. There are eleven camp sites.

This location is available on a first-come, first-served basis only. Visitors
are required to physically arrive at the campground to purchase and claim a
site. Once on-site, you may be able to pay for your campsite(s) by scanning a
QR code using the Recreation.gov mobile app, and the Scan and Pay feature.

If this option is available, you will need to**first download the
free****Recreation.gov****mobile app****ht**
**tps://www.recreation.gov/mobile-app****prior to your arrival** as some
remote areas have limited or no cellular service.

## Recreation

There is fishing and trail access.

## Facilities

There are eleven camp sites, drinking water, fire-pits, tables, toilets, pack
in/pack out. Please pack out your own trash. No hook-ups.

## Nearby Attractions

The South Fork of the Salmon River is a highly popular area of the Forest and
is one of the earlier areas to be snow-free in the spring. Several campgrounds
and dispersed campsites can be found along the South Fork Road (FS Rd #674).
The southern-most 7 miles of the South Fork Road are on the Boise National
Forest.

<h2>Overview</h2>
<p>This campground is located adjacent to the Secesh River and offers beautiful river views. There are eleven camp sites.</p>

<p>This location is available on a first-come, first-served basis only. Visitors are required to physically arrive at the campground to purchase and claim a site. Once on-site, you may be able to pay for your campsite(s) by scanning a QR code using the Recreation.gov mobile app, and the Scan and Pay feature. </p>
<p>If this option is available, you will need to<strong> first download the free </strong><a href="http://Recreation.gov" rel="nofollow"><strong>Recreation.gov</strong></a><strong> mobile app </strong><a href="https://www.recreation.gov/mobile-app" rel="nofollow"><strong>ht</strong></a> <a href="https://www.recreation.gov/mobile-app" rel="nofollow"><strong>tps://www.recreation.gov/mobile-app</strong></a><strong> prior to your arrival </strong>as some remote  areas have limited or no cellular service.</p>
<h2>Recreation</h2>
<p>There is fishing and trail access. </p>
<h2>Facilities</h2>
<p>There are eleven camp sites, drinking water, fire-pits, tables, toilets, pack in/pack out. Please pack out your own trash. No hook-ups.</p>

<h2>Nearby Attractions</h2>
<p>The South Fork of the Salmon River is a highly popular area of the Forest and is one of the earlier areas to be snow-free in the spring. Several campgrounds and dispersed campsites can be found along the South Fork Road (FS Rd #674). The southern-most 7 miles of the South Fork Road are on the Boise National Forest.</p>

Forested campsite with picnic table, fire ring and grill.

Forested campsite with picnic table, pedestal grill and fire pit.

Ponderosa Campground

Ponderosa Campground site with table and fire ring

Ponderosa

## Overview

This location is available on a first-come, first-served basis only. Visitors
are required to physically arrive at the campground to purchase and claim a
site. Once on-site, you may be able to pay for your campsite(s) by scanning a
QR code using the Recreation.gov mobile app, and the Scan and Pay feature.

If this option is available, you will need to **first download the
free****Recreation.gov****mobile app****https://www.recreation.gov/mobile-
app****prior to your arrival** as some remote areas have limited or no
cellular service.

<h2>Overview</h2>
<p>This location is available on a first-come, first-served basis only. Visitors are required to physically arrive at the campground to purchase and claim a site. Once on-site, you may be able to pay for your campsite(s) by scanning a QR code using the Recreation.gov mobile app, and the Scan and Pay feature.</p>

<p>If this option is available, you will need to <strong>first download the free </strong><a href="http://Recreation.gov" rel="nofollow"><strong>Recreation.gov</strong></a><strong> mobile app </strong><a href="https://www.recreation.gov/mobile-app" rel="nofollow"><strong>https://www.recreation.gov/mobile-app</strong></a><strong> prior to your arrival </strong>as some remote  areas have limited or no cellular service.</p>

Campsite in the pines with picnic table and fire grill.

Campsite in the forest with picnic table and fire grill.

View of river from campsite with picnic table and fire ring.

Campsite in the ponderosa pines with picnic table and fire grill.

Secesh Campground

## Overview

The Paddy Flat Guard Station is located in the Payette National Forest of
central Idaho. Guests enjoy the remote area for its hunting opportunities and
abundance of hiking, biking, horseback riding and off-highway vehicle roads
and trails. Abundant streams and numerous alpine lakes within travel distance
offer fantastic fishing opportunities.

## Recreation

The Paddy Flat Guard Station serves as an excellent jumping-off point for
adventures via horseback, motorcycle, ATV or hiking. Numerous trailheads
within a few miles allow access to alpine lakes for fishing, meadows for
watching birds and wildlife, as well as peaks ranging as high as 8,681 foot
elevation for excellent views of the South Fork of the Salmon River drainage.

## Facilities

Two cabins are available for rental at this guard station. Please be
respectful of visitors at the adjacent cabin. The cabins were fully renovated
in 2024.

  * Limited kitchen utensils such as dished and silverware are provided, but please bring your own so you have what you need.

  * The Guard Station is a "Pack-It-In, Pack-It-Out" facility. All garbage/trash must leave with you. Please clean up after use.

  * Pets are allowed, however please be sure to clean up after and maintain control of your animal.

  * Administrative buildings on site are not available for use.

  * Firewood gathering is available in the forest areas surrounding the Paddy Flat Guard Station, although none is provided on site. Do not bring firewood that is not local to the area. Don't Move Firewood! Help prevent the spread of tree-killing pests in our National Forests by obtaining firewood in proximity to your destination and burning it on-site. For more information visit dontmovefirewood.org.

  * No camping at the guard station. If camping is desired, Kennally Creek Campground, and a number of dispersed campsites are nearby.

**Cabin East**

  * The occupancy within the Cabin East is four people. The unit is fully accessible and includes an access ramp off the backdoor. The bathroom has a wheel-chair accessible shower stall, toilet and sink. 

  * A second rental cabin is located at this Guard Station. Please be respectful to other parties using that facility. 

  * Parking: Parking for this unit, is directly behind the cabin, with space for three vehicles. 

  * EAST UNIT ONLY: Up to four head of pack and saddle stock are permitted at this site. Parking is adequate for one four-horse stock trailer. All stock feed must be certified weed free and provided by tenants. Use of the Barn is not allowed. 

    * **Update for 2026** : Stock must remain contained within the provided corral or pasture. No pickets or high lines are permitted outside the corral or pasture. However, we recommend supplemental electric fencing due to the location and nature of the facilities, which may not be adequate to contain your stock. Questions on bringing your stock? Call the Payette National Forest at 208-634-0700.

**Cabin West**

  * The occupancy within the Cabin West is four people. Sleep quarters are on the second floor and include a queen size bed and twin-size bunk beds. There are two bathrooms at this house. On the first floor, the full bathroom includes a wheel-chair accessible shower stall, toilet and sink. On the second floor, the bathroom includes a tub/shower, toilet and sink. 

  * A second rental cabin is located at this Guard Station. Please be respectful to other parties using the adjacent rental cabin. 

  * There are stairs leading into the unit. The basement is off limits. 

  * This unit does not have a fire pit outside. 

  * Parking: Parking for this unit is near the garage to the rear of the property with capacity for three vehicles. 

## Natural Features

This Guard Station sits at an elevation of 5,250 feet and is situated within a
scenic meadow surrounded by a dense conifer forest. The Payette National
Forest contains some of Idaho's most beautiful and diverse country. Located in
west-central Idaho, north of Boise, the 2.2 million-acre forest extends 100
miles west to east, from Hells Canyon to the Middle Fork of the Salmon River,
and 70 miles north to south, from the Salmon River to the Weiser River.

## Nearby Attractions

While the Paddy Flat Guard Station is located within some of the most scenic
forest areas of Idaho, you may find a desire to visit "civilization" during
your visit. If you hanker for a pizza, hot lunch or subway sandwich, the town
of Donnelly is just a bit of back-tracking away. While you are there, take
some time to explore the historic town of Roseberry or take the ten mile drive
to Gold Forks Hot Springs for a relaxing dip in their pools. While McCall is a
bit further of a drive north, a walk through downtown is always a fun way to
while away the afternoon. Spend some time on the waterfront, take in a local
museum, visit Ponderosa State Park, or take a tour through the McCall Fish
Hatchery.

<h2>Overview</h2>
<p>The Paddy Flat Guard Station is located in the Payette National Forest of central Idaho.  Guests enjoy the remote area for its hunting opportunities and abundance of hiking, biking, horseback riding and off-highway vehicle roads and trails.  Abundant streams and numerous alpine lakes within travel distance offer fantastic fishing opportunities. </p>
<h2>Recreation</h2>
<p>The Paddy Flat Guard Station serves as an excellent jumping-off point for adventures via horseback, motorcycle, ATV or hiking.  Numerous trailheads within a few miles allow access to alpine lakes for fishing, meadows for watching birds and wildlife, as well as peaks ranging as high as 8,681 foot elevation for excellent views of the South Fork of the Salmon River drainage. </p>
<h2>Facilities</h2>
<p>Two cabins are available for rental at this guard station. Please be respectful of visitors at the adjacent cabin. The cabins were fully renovated in 2024.</p><ul><li><p>Limited kitchen utensils such as dished and silverware are provided, but please bring your own so you have what you need.</p></li><li><p>The Guard Station is a "Pack-It-In, Pack-It-Out" facility. All garbage/trash must leave with you. Please clean up after use.</p></li><li><p>Pets are allowed, however please be sure to clean up after and maintain control of your animal.</p></li><li><p>Administrative buildings on site are not available for use.</p></li><li><p>Firewood gathering is available in the forest areas surrounding the Paddy Flat Guard Station, although none is provided on site. Do not bring firewood that is not local to the area. Don't Move Firewood! Help prevent the spread of tree-killing pests in our National Forests by obtaining firewood in proximity to your destination and burning it on-site. For more information visit dontmovefirewood.org.</p></li><li><p>No camping at the guard station. If camping is desired, Kennally Creek Campground, and a number of dispersed campsites are nearby.</p></li></ul><p><strong>Cabin East</strong></p><ul><li><p>The occupancy within the Cabin East is four people. The unit is fully accessible and includes an access ramp off the backdoor. The bathroom has a wheel-chair accessible shower stall, toilet and sink. </p></li><li><p>A second rental cabin is located at this Guard Station. Please be respectful to other parties using that facility. </p></li><li><p>Parking: Parking for this unit, is directly behind the cabin, with space for three vehicles. </p></li><li><p>EAST UNIT ONLY: Up to four head of pack and saddle stock are permitted at this site. Parking is adequate for one four-horse stock trailer. All stock feed must be certified weed free and provided by tenants. Use of the Barn is not allowed. </p><ul><li><p><strong>Update for 2026</strong>: Stock must remain contained within the provided corral or pasture. No pickets or high lines are permitted outside the corral or pasture. However, we recommend supplemental electric fencing due to the location and nature of the facilities, which may not be adequate to contain your stock. Questions on bringing your stock? Call the Payette National Forest at 208-634-0700.</p></li></ul></li></ul><p><strong>Cabin West</strong></p><ul><li><p>The occupancy within the Cabin West is four people. Sleep quarters are on the second floor and include a queen size bed and twin-size bunk beds. There are two bathrooms at this house. On the first floor, the full bathroom includes a wheel-chair accessible shower stall, toilet and sink. On the second floor, the bathroom includes a tub/shower, toilet and sink.  </p></li><li><p>A second rental cabin is located at this Guard Station. Please be respectful to other parties using the adjacent rental cabin. </p></li><li><p>There are stairs leading into the unit. The basement is off limits. </p></li><li><p>This unit does not have a fire pit outside. </p></li><li><p>Parking: Parking for this unit is near the garage to the rear of the property with capacity for three vehicles. </p></li></ul><h2>Natural Features</h2>
<p>This Guard Station sits at an elevation of 5,250 feet and is situated within a scenic meadow surrounded by a dense conifer forest.  The Payette National Forest contains some of Idaho's most beautiful and diverse country.  Located in west-central Idaho, north of Boise, the 2.2 million-acre forest extends 100 miles west to east, from Hells Canyon to the Middle Fork of the Salmon River, and 70 miles north to south, from the Salmon River to the Weiser River.</p>

<h2>Nearby Attractions</h2>
While the Paddy Flat Guard Station is located within some of the most scenic forest areas of Idaho, you may find a desire to visit "civilization" during your visit.  If you hanker for a pizza, hot lunch or subway sandwich, the town of Donnelly is just a bit of back-tracking away.  While you are there, take some time to explore the historic town of Roseberry or take the ten mile drive to Gold Forks Hot Springs for a relaxing dip in their pools.  While McCall is a bit further of a drive north, a walk through downtown is always a fun way to while away the afternoon.  Spend some time on the waterfront, take in a local museum, visit Ponderosa State Park, or take a tour through the McCall Fish Hatchery.

Paddy Flat Guard Station Cabin West - interior

Paddy Flat Guard Station West - interior

Paddy Flat Guard Station East - front of rustic cabin showing porch and stairs with blue skies and mountains beyond

Aerial view of the Paddy Flat Guard Station Cabin compound showing administrative buildings, and corrals

Interior of Paddy Flat Guard Station Cabin East

Interior of Paddy Flat Guard Station Cabin East - two twin beds and table for four people.

Interior of Paddy Flat Guard Station Cabin East - kitchen area

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