Established Camping
Malad Summit Guard Station
Malad Summit Guard Station is located near Pocatello in the Caribou-Targhee National Forest. The area features forested terrain with elevations that can influence temperature, ranging from 20°F in winter to 85°F in summer. Nearby attractions include Lava Hot Springs and the Pebble Creek Ski Area, offering recreational opportunities for campers.
Description
US Forest Service
Caribou National Forest
Overview
Malad Summit Guard Station is located 14 miles north of Malad, Idaho on Malad Pass just off I-15. The rustic one-room cabin is in a forested setting in narrow Mill Creek Drainage, and offers a secluded retreat on fenced acreage surrounded by scenic high country views. The original guard station was established in 1908, but was replaced by the existing cabin in 1934. The cabin is accessible by car when there is no snow. Guests should be prepared in snowy conditions to ski, snowshoe or snowmobile half a mile from the plowed road to reach the cabin. The guard station offers many amenities for a comfortable stay, but fewer conveniences are available in winter.
Recreation
The surrounding area offers a variety of recreational activities. Trails are provided for hikers, mountain bikers, horseback riders and off-road vehicles (Idaho OHV safety message).Anglers can fish for small brook trout in Mill Creek. Hunting for game and game birds is another popular pastime.
Natural Features
The rustic single-room cabin is tucked into a deciduous and conifer forest at an elevation of around 6,000 feet. Mill Creek meanders through the site. The front porch invites guests to sit and enjoy views of the forest and possible wildlife sightings. Black bears, wolves, elk, moose, mule deer, bison, grizzly bears, mountain lions and pronghorn are some of the species native to the area (bear safety tips).
Contact Info
For facility specific information, please call (208) 236-7500.
Location
Malad Summit Guard Station is located in Idaho
Directions
Malad Guard Station is located 11 miles north of Malad, ID. On 1-15, take Exit 22 (Devil Creek Reservoir). Go north on N. Old Highway 191 for 3.5 miles. Turn left on E11000N/Forest Road 041 and cross over the interstate, drive 1.3 miles. At the bend keep right and continue on Forest Road 041 road for another mile. At the forest boundary there will be a Malad Summit Cabin sign and entrance gate. The cabin is located a few hundred feet past the entrance gate.\_\_Call the Westside Ranger District for winter parking instructions and access at 208-236-7500.
Address
4350 CLIFFS DRIVE
Pocatello, ID 83204
Coordinates
42.3511111 N
112.2644444 W
Access
- Drive-InPark next to your site
- Walk-InPark in a lot, walk to your site.
Stay Connected
- WiFiAvailable
- VerizonAvailable
- AT&TAvailable
- T-MobileUnknown
Site Types
- RV Sites
- Standard (Tent/RV)
- Cabins
- Tent Cabin
- Equestrian
Features
For Campers
- Trash
- Reservable
- Drinking Water
- Electric Hookups
- Toilets
- Alcohol
- Pets
- Fires
Drive Time
- 56 min from Pocatello
- 1 hr 1 min from Logan
- 1 hr 14 min from Ogden
- 1 hr 28 min from Idaho Falls
