Historic Warm Springs Guard Station is open year-round and has recently been restored to reflect its original finishes and paint. It's accessible by car from mid-April through mid-December but can only be reached by snowshoes or cross-country skis for the remainder of the year.
This charming cabin offers a rustic retreat with a few amenities. Guests should be prepared to bring most of the supplies and gear they need for a comfortable stay.
PLEASE CALL THE DISTRICT OFFICE WITH YOUR RESERVATION NUMBER DURING REGULAR BUSINESS HOURS (8AM - 4:30PM EXCEPT HOLIDAYS) FOR COMBINATIONS AND OTHER INQUIRIES AT 208-259-3361.
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Open year round
This campground is open year round, providing flexibility for your stay.
Warm Springs Guard Station offers a beautiful and peaceful location with plenty of outdoor activities, including nearby hot springs and trails. Many guests appreciate the well-maintained property and relaxing atmosphere, having enjoyed their stays over the years. Some concerns were noted regarding cleanliness, maintenance, and minor issues like mouse activity and wood supply, but overall, it remains a favored spot for visitors.
This place was awesome!! It was our first time, but won’t be the last. The cabin came equipped with all your necessities, including plenty of board games and all the cookware you’d need. It was super clean and came with several previous guest books which gave us the insight of how others had spent their time as well. It was fun reading everyone’s entries! The air strip was occupied by firefighters and gave our kiddo plenty of entertainment during the evening when they were all arriving back at ‘base’ by waving and turning on their lights. Highly recommend this little piece of heaven!
This place was awesome!! It was our first time, but won’t be the last. The cabin came equipped with all your necessities, including plenty of board games and all the cookware you’d need. It was super clean and came with several previous guest books which gave us the insight of how others had spent their time as well. It was fun reading everyone’s entries! The air strip was occupied by firefighters and gave our kiddo plenty of entertainment during the evening when they were all arriving back at ‘base’ by waving and turning on their lights. Highly recommend this little piece of heaven!
This is a well-maintained property with plenty of outdoor activities nearby to enjoy! Bonneville hot springs, a natural hot spring spilling out of the side of the mountain with several pools below to catch it, is located a mile or so East up Warm Springs Creek, and there are several hiking and motorized trails close by including the Sawtooth Mountains and Grandjean. The South Fork of the Payette River is located a few hundred feet from the front door, so don't forget a fishing pole! Sourdough Lodge is a few miles downstream where you can pick up some limited supplies, grab a bite to eat from their kitchen (watch for seasonal hours), and check in with the world via their wi-fi and tv if you want. There is some private property around the general area, so please respect the no-trespassing signs, the locals don't mess around up there.
This is a well-maintained property with plenty of outdoor activities nearby to enjoy! Bonneville hot springs, a natural hot spring spilling out of the side of the mountain with several pools below to catch it, is located a mile or so East up Warm Springs Creek, and there are several hiking and motorized trails close by including the Sawtooth Mountains and Grandjean. The South Fork of the Payette River is located a few hundred feet from the front door, so don't forget a fishing pole! Sourdough Lodge is a few miles downstream where you can pick up some limited supplies, grab a bite to eat from their kitchen (watch for seasonal hours), and check in with the world via their wi-fi and tv if you want. There is some private property around the general area, so please respect the no-trespassing signs, the locals don't mess around up there.
From Boise, Idaho, take State Highway 21 northeast 75 mi to Lowman, Idaho. Continue on Highway 21 another 18 mi to milepost 91.2. Turn left on Forest Road 025RC and continue 1.5 mi to cabin when road is open to motorized use. In the winter, park i...
From Boise, Idaho, take State Highway 21 northeast 75 mi to Lowman, Idaho. Continue on Highway 21 another 18 mi to milepost 91.2. Turn left on Forest Road 025RC and continue 1.5 mi to cabin when road is open to motorized use. In the winter, park in the plowed parking lot on the left at milepost 91.2 and hike/snowshoe/ski
the the remaining distance.
From Banks, Idaho, turn right off Highway 55 onto Highway 17, drive 40 mi to Lowman. Turn left onto Highway 21 and go approximately 18 mi east to milepost 91.2.
Turn left on Forest Road 025RC and continue 1.5 mi to cabin when road is open to motorized use. In the winter, park in the plowed parking lot on the left at
milepost 91.2 and hike/snowshoe/ski the the remaining distance.
The Warm Springs Guard Station is accessed via State Highway 21, which can be reached from Boise, Idaho, approximately 75 miles to the southwest, or from Banks, Idaho, approximately 40 miles to the west. Highway 21 leads directly to Lowman, Idaho, and continues east to the cabin location.
