Overview
Yellowjacket Guard Station is a historic Forest Service Ranger Station and Work Center. Originally constructed in 1925 and remodeled in 1934 by the Civilian Conservation Corps, the structure is eligible for listing on the National Register of Historic Places.
Recreation
Hikers, horseback riders, mountain bikers and off-road enthusiasts will find many trails in the surrounding area. Hunting is also a popular activity. Click here for an Idaho OHV safety message
Facilities
Hikers, horseback riders, mountain bikers and off-road enthusiasts will find many trails in the surrounding area. Hunting is also a popular activity. Click here for an Idaho OHV safety message
Natural Features
The guard station sits in the Yellowjacket Mountains within the Salmon-Challis National Forest in Idaho. The sizable front porch awards views of the scenic mountain meadow surrounding the station. A dense conifer forest covers the mountains and a few aspens dot the landscape. Beagle Creek flows nearby.
Nearby Attractions
Bighorn Crags, Frank Church River of No Return Wilderness Area and Panther Creek.
Activities
- Camping
- Hunting
- Horseback Riding
- Wildlife Viewing
- Hiking
- Biking
- Backpacking
- Diving
- Fishing
- Mountain Biking
- Off Highway Vehicle Trails
- Off Road Vehicle Trails
- Wilderness
- Auto Touring
- Ranger Station
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