Eight campsites with picnic tables and fire rings are along the shores of this
high alpine lake. the campground has piped drinking water and vault toilets
but no garbage services are available. The trail from campground leads to more
lake fishing, at the Hat Lakes to the south. Carry-down access for non
motorized boats to the lakes. The drive in along Salmon River Mountain Road,
offers spectacular views of craggy peaks and deep pine forests.

<p>Eight campsites with picnic tables and fire rings are along the shores of this high alpine lake. the campground has piped drinking water and vault toilets but no garbage services are available. The trail from campground leads to more lake fishing, at the Hat Lakes to the south. Carry-down access for non motorized boats to the lakes. The drive in along Salmon River Mountain Road, offers spectacular views of craggy peaks and deep pine forests.</p>

Bird's eye view of the campground

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Morgan Summit Trailhead

5400-foot elevation. 6 campsites along Panther Creek. Fishing for wily trout
in Panther Creek. 20-foot maximum trailer length.

5400-foot elevation. 6 campsites along Panther Creek. Fishing for wily trout in Panther Creek.  20-foot maximum trailer length.

Mcdonald Flat Campground

4500-foot elevation. Picnic area on Williams Lake, with the trailhead to 2
walk-in or boat-in campsites. The picic area and fishing area are both fully
accessible. Five tables with connecting walkways overlook scenic vistas of the
lake and surrounding mountains. Fishing for rainbow trout in the lake, and
fantastic fly fishing in the inlet. Trailhead for Thunder Mountain National
Historic Trail at the end of FR 028. Ice fishing in the winter. Full-service
resort on south shore of the lake includes a tackle shop and restaurant.

<p>4500-foot elevation. Picnic area on Williams Lake, with the trailhead to 2 walk-in or boat-in campsites. The picic area and fishing area are both fully accessible. Five tables with connecting walkways overlook scenic vistas of the lake and surrounding mountains. Fishing for rainbow trout in the lake, and fantastic fly fishing in the inlet. Trailhead for Thunder Mountain National Historic Trail at the end of FR 028. Ice fishing in the winter. Full-service resort on south shore of the lake includes a tackle shop and restaurant.</p>

Williams Lake Campground

6600-foot elevation. 18 campsites in the Salmon River Mountains. Big game
hunting in season. Short trails run north, south and west from the campground.
The area is heavily timbered with mixed conifers.

<p>6600-foot elevation. 18 campsites in the Salmon River Mountains. Big game hunting in season. Short trails run north, south and west from the campground. The area is heavily timbered with mixed conifers.</p>

Cougar Point Campground

4800-foot elevation. 3 campsites along Deep Creek Ridge. Short trail to
Leacock Point.

<p>4800-foot elevation. 3 campsites along Deep Creek Ridge. Short trail to Leacock Point.</p>

Deep Creek Campground

One site with picnic table and fire ring, near trail access to Frank Church
River of No Return Wilderness. Camp area amenities include a vault toilet. No
drinking water or garbage service is on site.

<p>One site with picnic table and fire ring, near trail access to Frank Church River of No Return Wilderness. Camp area amenities include a vault toilet. No drinking water or garbage service is on site.</p>

West Fork Morgan Creek Campground

## Overview

Yellowjacket Guard Station is a historic Forest Service Ranger Station and
Work Center. Originally constructed in 1925 and remodeled in 1934 by the
Civilian Conservation Corps, the structure is eligible for listing on the
National Register of Historic Places.

## Recreation

Hikers, horseback riders, mountain bikers and off-road enthusiasts will find
many trails in the surrounding area. Hunting is also a popular activity. Click
here for an Idaho OHV safety message

## Facilities

The spacious guard station can sleep a maximum of three people in two
bedrooms, with one full bed and one single bed. No linens or bedding are
provided. The living room contains a couch, wood stove, table and chairs.  
The small kitchen is equipped with a propane range/oven, a propane
refrigerator and sink, but no running water. Guests must bring their own
drinking water, as well as dishes, utensils and cookware.  
The guard station is eqiuped with propane lights and an outhouse toilet that
is located outside up a small hill.

## Natural Features

The guard station sits in the Yellowjacket Mountains within the Salmon-Challis
National Forest in Idaho. The sizable front porch awards views of the scenic
mountain meadow surrounding the station. A dense conifer forest covers the
mountains and a few aspens dot the landscape. Beagle Creek flows nearby.

## Nearby Attractions

Bighorn Crags, Frank Church River of No Return Wilderness Area and Panther
Creek.

<h2>Overview</h2>
Yellowjacket Guard Station is a historic Forest Service Ranger Station and Work Center. Originally constructed in 1925 and remodeled in 1934 by the Civilian Conservation Corps, the structure is eligible for listing on the National Register of Historic Places. <h2>Recreation</h2>
Hikers, horseback riders, mountain bikers and off-road enthusiasts will find many trails in the surrounding area. Hunting is also a popular activity.  Click here for an Idaho OHV safety message<h2>Facilities</h2>
<p>The spacious guard station can sleep a maximum of three people in two bedrooms, with one full bed and one single bed. No linens or bedding are provided. The living room contains a couch, wood stove, table and chairs.  <br>The small kitchen is equipped with a propane range/oven, a propane refrigerator and sink, but no running water. Guests must bring their own drinking water, as well as dishes, utensils and cookware. <br>The guard station is eqiuped with propane lights and an outhouse toilet that is located outside up a small hill.</p>
<h2>Natural Features</h2>
The guard station sits in the Yellowjacket Mountains within the Salmon-Challis National Forest in Idaho. The sizable front porch awards views of the scenic mountain meadow surrounding the station. A dense conifer forest covers the mountains and a few aspens dot the landscape. Beagle Creek flows nearby.
<h2>Nearby Attractions</h2>
Bighorn Crags, Frank Church River of No Return Wilderness Area and Panther Creek.

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