Eight Mile Guard Station

Eight Mile Guard Station
Eight Mile Guard Station
Eight Mile Guard Station
Eight Mile Guard Station
Eight Mile Guard Station

Featured amenities

Parking Parking
Picnic Table Picnic Table
Bedrooms Bedrooms
Sleeping Capacity Sleeping Capacity

Sites & Rates

Average nightly rates

1 total site

Cabins

1 site

About Eight Mile Guard Station

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.

Number of accommodations: 1

Activities & Attractions

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Snowmobile

Snowmobile

Winter

Seasonal information

2026 (Current year)

2026 Season availability

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Currently open - May 15 to Sep 15

Campground Amenities

Most popular amenities

Parking Parking
Picnic Table Picnic Table
Bedrooms Bedrooms
Sleeping Capacity Sleeping Capacity
Cooking and Fire

Cooking and Fire

  • Picnic Table
Parking and Transport

Parking and Transport

  • Parking
On Site Services

On Site Services

  • Basketball Court

Cabin Interior

  • Hot Water
  • Bedrooms
  • Sleeping Capacity
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001, Loop: EIGHT MILE GUARD STATION

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Site Details

Up to 75 guests
Shade
Surface: Gravel
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Reviews (17)

What Guests Are Saying

Eight Mile Guard Station offers a beautiful and peaceful setting with updated, clean facilities that guests appreciate. Many enjoyed their stay and found the amenities, such as running water and cooking options, satisfactory for a glamping experience. The main drawbacks include some maintenance issues like broken blinds and low water pressure, along with limited accessibility due to steep steps.

Review Summary

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Mike M

Verified

June 18, 2025 Stayed at: 001, Loop: EIGHT MILE GUARD STATION

3

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Neal C

Verified

August 2, 2025 Stayed at: 001, Loop: EIGHT MILE GUARD STATION

5

Really like the improvements they have made and are making! Hope they will continue to refurbish or rebuild others in this area

Joann G

Verified

August 12, 2025 Stayed at: 001, Loop: EIGHT MILE GUARD STATION

5

A really great experience for our entire family. A place we could afford with access we needed for all.
It is Not handicapped accessible in the cabin but with accessible campers or RVs can people can be included.
Lots of parking and room to maneuver vehicles. The inaccessible aspects are cement and rock stairs, no bathroom grabbers etc.
There appear to be additional amenities being added. Overall really great experience. Thank you!!!

Joann G

Verified

December 23, 2025 Stayed at: 001, Loop: EIGHT MILE GUARD STATION

4

Beautiful area. Nice buildings. Lots of room everywhere.
Only negative...not handicapped accessible. Lots of steep steps on cabin and rock steps on paths.
Pleasantly surprised to find a tub and hot water for bathing, cleaning. Kitchen has running water that is not potable, but make sure you empty the bucket catching the drain water. Filled our families needs and had lots of pleasant surprises.

Ron A

Verified

May 23, 2026 Stayed at: 001, Loop: EIGHT MILE GUARD STATION

5

What a fantastic place to visit! So beautiful and peaceful. We all really enjoyed our stay. Here are a few things that you may find helpful...

We were the first guests of the season (it appears) and were thankful for the broom and dustpan that were there in the facility because the floor was covered with bugs (mainly in the bathroom). Also, the water pressure was super low so we didn't use the inside toilet but the outhouse wasn't bad at all. There was also a disinfectant spray but that may have been leftover from the last guests so I will bring my own next time.

We were also glad to have:
Paper towels
clorox wipes
flashlights
toilet paper
An axe (plenty of wood was provided but needed to be split)
We cooked with charcoal on the grill but the fire pit also had one of those rollover grates that can be put over the flames once the fire is built. We should have brought a bucket to extinguish the fire and ended up emptying our food cooler in order to do that.

There is one exterior light but it's on the dining hall and doesn't do much for the cabin but it might be helpful if there are tents or RV's down in the parking area.

Air mattresses aren't super comfy but it was nice to be up off the floor in those bunkbeds

This is a fun place to stay and if you're alright with a glamping experience that is closer to camping than not, I highly recommend Eight mile guard station!

Benjamin W

Verified

July 4, 2026 Stayed at: 001, Loop: EIGHT MILE GUARD STATION

4

It was a great experience overall. Loved the place. A couple of the window blinds were in bad shape, and most of the light bulbs in the bedrooms were burned out. I donated 2 hours of my time weeding the volleyball pit and making it look nice for the next people. Would definitely come again!!

Dewitt S

Verified

July 28, 2026 Stayed at: 001, Loop: EIGHT MILE GUARD STATION

5

Very nice updates to the property! Nice and clean!

Location Eight Mile Guard Station

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

Highway access

The Eight Mile Guard Station is accessed via Forest Service Road, with no major highways or interstates directly nearby within approximately 25 miles.

Elevation: 1898 feet

Distance to downtown

34 mi drive to downtown Montpelier (about 44 min)

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.
  • Lighting instructions are posted in the cabin; please read and follow them carefully before lighting any appliance
  • Please leave the cabin clean for the next occupant
  • This is a pack-it-in/pack-it-out facility
  • Guard Station Maximum Capacity is 75
  • 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: September 8, 2026

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