Egan Basin Guard Station
Quick Facts
7,500 ftPrice
$35/night
Booking
Reservable
Sites
1 campsites
Season
Open all year. Seaso...
Cell
No Service
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Quick Facts
7,500 ftPrice
$35/night
Booking
Reservable
Sites
1 campsites
Season
Open all year. Seaso...
Cell
No Service
Pets
Check Policy
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What Campers Say
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Based on 35 reviews
15 Google reviews
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"User reviews highlight the cabin's rustic charm and beautiful surroundings but also note maintenance issues and challenges with bugs. "The guard station cabin was great. Tons of firewood, the little wood stove kept us warm and the scenery was beautiful.""
Campground Map
Egan Basin Guard Station
322 N 4TH ST, MONTPELIER, ID, 83254, USA
Best Time to Camp at Egan Basin Guard Station
Experience four distinct seasons at Egan Basin, where each visit offers its own magic. Summer transforms the meadows into a painter's palette of wildflowers under mild mountain sunshine, while winter blankets the landscape in pristine snow, accessible only by snowmobile for those seeking true winter solitude. From November through June, snow often guards this mountain sanctuary, creating an ever-changing wonderland that rewards the adventurous spirit. Plan your journey knowing that nature sets the schedule here, not the calendar.
Summer brings wildflowers and mild weather but reviews often cite mosquitoes.
Aspens and mixed forest suggest good fall color, though few explicit fall reviews provided.
Spring offers melting snow and emerging flowers but may be wet/muddy and buggy.
Open year-round; good for snowmobiling and XC skiing but access is limited by snow.
Planning Tips
- Peak Season: January 1st to December 31st, 2025. Book 2-3 months ahead.
- Operating Season: Open all year. Seasonal snow conditions may affect cabin accessibility from November through June.
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