Idaho · Camping · Montpelier

Eight Mile Guard Station

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May–Jun, Aug–Sep
best months

Is Eight Mile Guard Station open right now?

No closures listed

The Forest Service lists no closures for Caribou-Targhee National Forest.

As of · Source: USFS · Caribou-Targhee National Forest. Agencies don't list every closure — check before you go.

  • 1 site for cabin campingReservable on Recreation.gov
  • At 6,231 ft
  • Near MontpelierMontpelier Ranger District · Caribou-Targhee National Forest

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.

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  • Best time to go · May–Jun, Aug–Sep

    Best time to visit Eight Mile Guard Station

    Best months: May–June and August–September. Best months have typical highs of 55–85 °F, lows of 30 °F or warmer (32 °F where the station doesn't record snow), at most one snowy day and no more than 12 wet days.

    1. Jan

      32° / 10°

      11 wet

    2. Feb

      35° / 12°

      9 wet

    3. Mar

      44° / 19°

      9 wet

    4. Apr

      55° / 27°

      10 wet

    5. May

      66° / 34°

      11 wet

    6. Jun

      76° / 40°

      8 wet

    7. Jul

      87° / 45°

      5 wet

    8. Aug

      85° / 44°

      6 wet

    9. Sep

      74° / 36°

      6 wet

    10. Oct

      60° / 27°

      7 wet

    11. Nov

      45° / 19°

      9 wet

    12. Dec

      33° / 10°

      11 wet

    Typical high / low (°F) and days with rain or snow, 1991–2020. Measured at Soda Springs Ap, ID, 8.3 mi away at 5,842 ft. This station doesn't record snowfall. Source: NOAA NCEI U.S. Climate Normals 1991–2020.

Eight Mile Guard Station

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