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.

## 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][1]).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][2]). 
## Contact Info

 For facility specific information, please call (208) 236-7500. 

[1]: http://www.recreation.gov/marketing.do?goto=%2Fsafety.htm
[2]: http://www.recreation.gov/marketing.do?goto=%2FwildlifeAlert.html

Malad Summit Guard Station

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This cabin needs to be reserved first and foremost. The # can be found in the pictures. It is close to the reservoir of you need to cool off and there is also the creek which runs right next to it! It has picnic tables and a bbq grill and sleeping space inside for a few people

Gorgeous cabin with plenty of amenities

Bathrooms and developed campsites with plenty of trees and a creek running through it!

Very nice and secluded

We wanted to try this out with our 28' bumper pull. Luckily it was not a busy weekend, we had to move sites to one that would accommodate.  Hard to maneuver in the campground as well as getting up the narrow road. Perfect site for tents. Tons of shade and trees. There's a really cool spring and waterfall just a short hike up the road.  We will be coming back with our friends.

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