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Egan Basin Guard Station

322 N 4 Th St, Montpelier, Idaho, United States

EGAN BASIN GUARD STATION
Egan Basin Guard Station
Egan Basin Guard Station
EGAN BASIN GUARD STATION
EGAN BASIN GUARD STATION

About Egan Basin Guard Station

Egan Basin Guard Station is a rustic retreat in the Montpelier Ranger District of the Caribou-Targhee National Forest of southeastern Idaho, near the Utah border. The Montpelier area is known for its abundance of year-round recreational opportunities. The guard station is accessible by SUV/4 wheel drive during warmer weather. Snow conditions may exist in the Fall and spring. The cabin is used as a warming hut during the winter months and is not reservable (December 1 to April 30). The cabin provides few amenities, so guests should be prepared to haul most of the gear and supplies they'll need to make their stay comfortable.

Number of accommodations: 1

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2026 (Current year)

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001, Loop: EGAN BASIN GUARD STATION

001, Loop: EGAN BASIN GUARD STATION

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Site Details

Up to 15 guests
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Surface: Gravel
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Reviews (26)

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What Guests Are Saying

Egan Basin Guard Station is a beautiful location with perfect weather, making it an ideal spot for a great time. However, be prepared for mosquitoes and remember to bring bug spray. Overall, it's a highly enjoyable experience.

Review Summary

4.2
26 reviews
5
61.5%
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7.7%
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Joel H

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November 16, 2025 • Stayed at: 001, Loop: EGAN BASIN GUARD STATION

5

Best place ever

Joel H

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November 16, 2025 • Stayed at: 001, Loop: EGAN BASIN GUARD STATION

5

Best place ever

abeyta B

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June 30, 2025 • Stayed at: 001, Loop: EGAN BASIN GUARD STATION

5

We had a great time. Beautiful and the weather was perfect. Mosquitoes were definitely there, so bring bug spray.

abeyta B

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June 30, 2025 • Stayed at: 001, Loop: EGAN BASIN GUARD STATION

5

We had a great time. Beautiful and the weather was perfect. Mosquitoes were definitely there, so bring bug spray.

CAITLIN C

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July 11, 2023 • Stayed at: 001, Loop: EGAN BASIN GUARD STATION

1

We had to leave because there were thousands of flies and we were eaten alive by mosquitos with big spray on. Don't go here unless you know it's completely dry and everything's been melted.

CAITLIN C

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July 11, 2023 • Stayed at: 001, Loop: EGAN BASIN GUARD STATION

1

We had to leave because there were thousands of flies and we were eaten alive by mosquitos with big spray on. Don't go here unless you know it's completely dry and everything's been melted.

Jessica T

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October 30, 2021 • Stayed at: 001, Loop: EGAN BASIN GUARD STATION

5

The guard station cabin was great. Tons of firewood, the little wood stove kept us warm and the scenery was beautiful.

Jessica T

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October 30, 2021 • Stayed at: 001, Loop: EGAN BASIN GUARD STATION

5

The guard station cabin was great. Tons of firewood, the little wood stove kept us warm and the scenery was beautiful.

Mark V

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October 3, 2021 • Stayed at: 001, Loop: EGAN BASIN GUARD STATION

2

Have stayed here before in the past and was disappointed this time. Cabin needs maintenance that should have been addressed. Broken windows and lots of ants inside cabin. The gate at the bottom of the road has been taken down allowing access to atvs at all hours of day and middle of the night. The new outhouse is an upgrade but the cabin needs some tlc and the gate was a necessity that is sorely missed. Still will be back hoping for better.

Mark V

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October 3, 2021 • Stayed at: 001, Loop: EGAN BASIN GUARD STATION

2

Have stayed here before in the past and was disappointed this time. Cabin needs maintenance that should have been addressed. Broken windows and lots of ants inside cabin. The gate at the bottom of the road has been taken down allowing access to atvs at all hours of day and middle of the night. The new outhouse is an upgrade but the cabin needs some tlc and the gate was a necessity that is sorely missed. Still will be back hoping for better.

Location Egan Basin Guard Station

Address:
322 N 4 Th St
Montpelier, ID, 83254
United States

Highway access

Egan Basin Guard Station is accessible via Highway 89, which is approximately 17 miles to the north in St. Charles.

Latitude & Longitude: 42.0536 / -111.571

Elevation: 2575 feet

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Policies & Rules

General

  • Please call the district office at (208) 847-0375 four days prior to arrival to confirm the security combination
  • Snow conditions can often affect cabin accessibility in the fall, winter and spring. Please call the Montpelier Ranger District Office to check snow conditions before reserving this cabin from November through June.
  • No water is available at the cabin
  • Please leave the cabin clean for the next occupant
  • This is a pack-it-in/pack-it-out facility
  • Guests should be aware that there is a risk of exposure to hantavirus when visiting remote cabins; click here to learn more
  • Click here for more information about Caribou-Targhee National Forest
  • Don't Move Firewood: Help prevent the spread of tree-killing pests in our national forests by obtaining firewood near your destination and burning it on-site. For more information visit dontmovefirewood.org.
  • Pets are not allowed inside the guard station. Pets must be on a leash at all times when on the guard station site. Clean up all pet waste before checking out of the facility

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Last updated: June 4, 2026

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