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Copper Basin Guard Station in Idaho
Hard to Book

Copper Basin Guard Station

Salmon-Challis National Forest, Idaho

High Demand

Next Open Dates

Aug 27Sep 1

1 site open on Aug 27 at Copper Basin Guard Station. Check your own dates above, or set a watch and we will alert you when one frees up.

Notices from Recreation.gov

The guard station has no electricity, phone service, cell coverage, or internet service.

All appliances are powered by propane.

Guests need to bring their own food, toiletries, towels, bedding and trash bags.

There is no smoking, no candles, and no pets allowed in the cabin.

Maximum number of people is eight. This includes the occupants of any RVs/motorhomes parked in the parking lot.

Maximum number of vehicles allowed in the parking lot is three.

This site does not honor America the Beautiful passes.

Minimum stay is two nights, maximum stay is six nights.

No tents or stock are allowed in the yard or parking area.

Guests are expected to pack out their trash and clean the cabin before leaving and locking up.

The combination of the rental will be in the confirmation letter.

Check-Out is 11:00am and Check-In is 3:00pm

Click Here for more information https:/www.fs.usda.gov/r04/salmon-challis

Recreation.gov does not date these notices. We last read them on August 23, 2026. Check Copper Basin Guard Station on Recreation.gov

At a Glance

🚐
Best For
RV Camping
🌊
Setting
Mountain
🏕️
Sites
1

Things to Do

🎣Fishing
🥾Hiking
🚴Biking
🦌Wildlife
📷Photography
🏎️Offroad
🐴Horse Riding

Frequently Asked Questions

Copper Basin Guard Station is rated "Hard to Book" based on historical demand. This campground is popular and often books out weeks in advance. Your best strategy is to monitor cancellations.

Site Types

🏠
Cabin
1 site

Amenities

🚻restrooms🚿showers💧potable water

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