Burgdorf Guard Station
Newy renovated, we are excited to offer rental of the Burgdorf Cabin. The rental cabin at the Burgdorf Guard Station includes a living room, two bedrooms, a kitchen and a full bathroom. This location provides access to abundant recreation in the area.
Check availability on Recreation.gov ↗
Site mix
| Cabins with electric | 1 |
Site guide
1 site. Tap a filter to narrow the list; the map follows.
| Site | Water / sewer | People / vehicles | Fires | Accessible |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ranger House | No / No | 4 / – | Yes | Yes |
Per-site records as published by the managing agency on Recreation.gov. Blank cells mean the agency listed nothing for that site. Check-in 02:00 PM, checkout 11:00 AM.
Amenities & rules
| Pets | Allowed |
| Campfires | Allowed, subject to restrictions |
| Accessibility | Site Ranger House is listed accessible |
The rental cabin at the Burgdorf Guard Station includes a living room, two bedrooms, a kitchen and a full bathroom. There are solar powered lights, and a wood burning stove. The two bedrooms include a queen bed in each room. This cabin was fully renovated in 2024. Limited kitchen utensils such as dished and silverware are provided, but please bring your own so you have what you need.
Individual sites vary. Confirm on Recreation.gov or with the managing office.
Weather by month
Getting there
| Coordinates | 45.2685° N, 115.9135° W · Directions ↗ |
Fire nearby
- PrescribedBrush Rx
24 mi from the campground · 150 acres
- PrescribedMeadow Marsh Rx
24 mi from the campground · 70 acres
- PrescribedGoose Rx
26 mi from the campground · 529 acres
- PrescribedCold Rx
33 mi from the campground · 1,094 acres
Distance is to the reported incident point, not the fire edge. Call the managing office before you drive.
Supplies & services
| Outdoor gear | Rae Bros. Sporting Goods ↗ | 46.4 mi |
Locations © OpenStreetMap contributors. Call ahead; hours change seasonally.
Explore
Trails nearby
- under 0.1 miBurgdorf-21 mi trail · hiking, horse, bike, motorcycle and 2 more
- 0.5 miBurgdorf-11.6 mi trail · hiking, horse, bike, motorcycle and 2 more
- 0.6 miNethker Creek3 mi trail · hiking, horse, bike, motorcycle and 1 more
- 1 miJeanette Creek ↗6.9 mi trail · hiking, horse, bike, motorcycle and 2 more
- 1.4 miWillow Basket Creek ↗7.3 mi trail · hiking, horse, bike, motorcycle and 2 more
- 1.8 miRuby-10.4 mi trail · hiking, horse, bike, motorcycle and 2 more
Trailheads within three miles
- 1.4 miRuby Meadows Trailhead ↗Payette National Forest
- 2.6 miBear Pete Trailhead ↗Payette National Forest
Trail and trailhead records are the Forest Service's. Distances are straight-line to the nearer trail end. Trail conditions are not tracked here.
Public land it sits in
This campground sits inside Payette National Forest.
- inPayette National Forest ↗National Forest · Forest Service · 2,407,306 acres
- 12.2 miGospel-Hump Wilderness ↗Wilderness · Forest Service · 205,395 acres
- 14 miFrank Church-River of No Return Wilderness ↗Wilderness · BLM/FS · 2,358,886 acres
Each unit is published as a centre point and an acreage rather than a boundary, so this section stands it in for a circle of the same area. Whether a campground is inside, and how far it is from one it is outside, are both approximate.
Other campgrounds nearby
Cabin and lookout rentals nearby
On the National Register nearby
- Carey Dome Fire LookoutBuilding · Burgdorf · 9.3 mi
- Chinese Mining Camp Archeological SiteSite · Warren · 10.7 mi
- Chinese CemeterySite · Warren · 11.1 mi
Natural features
Forested site adjacent to open meadows at an elevation of 6,250 feet. Summer days are typically warm and nights are cool.
Recreation
This area is a hub for recreation. Several trails depart from the Burgdorf Campground: Nethker Creek Trail #143, Jeanette Creek Trail #140, Burgdorf-1 Trail #175, Burgdorf-2 Trail #176. The campground is also located next to the Burgdorf Guard Station, a former Forest Service working station. Additionally, this area is within driving distance of several other areas of interest, including Burgdorf Hot Springs, the Warren Guard Station, and the historic towns of Secesh and Warren.
Nearby
The three site Burgdorf Campground is adjacent to the Guard Station.
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Reference
Questions people ask
Do I need a reservation at Burgdorf Guard Station?
Sites at Burgdorf Guard Station are reservable on Recreation.gov. Any walk-up sites are listed on the booking page.
Source: Recreation.gov
What time is check-in at Burgdorf Guard Station?
Check-in 02:00 PM, checkout 11:00 AM.
Source: Recreation.gov
How many sites does Burgdorf Guard Station have?
1 site, including 1 cabin with power.
Source: Recreation.gov
Are pets allowed at Burgdorf Guard Station?
Yes, pets are allowed at Burgdorf Guard Station. Leash rules apply.
Source: Recreation.gov
Can I have a campfire at Burgdorf Guard Station?
Fires are allowed in the provided rings under normal conditions. As of 2026-10-16, there are 4 active fires within 50 miles, so check current restrictions before you light one.
Source: Fire nearby
Are there accessible sites at Burgdorf Guard Station?
Site Ranger House is listed accessible on Recreation.gov. What that covers (a paved pad, an accessible table, a nearby accessible restroom) is on each site's booking page.
Source: Recreation.gov
What is there to do at Burgdorf Guard Station?
This area is a hub for recreation. The Recreation section on this page has the rest.
Source: Recreation
What if Burgdorf Guard Station is full?
The nearest public campgrounds are Burgdorf (0.1 mi, first-come), Jeanette (0.7 mi, first-come), and Chinook (6.3 mi, first-come).
Source: Campgrounds nearby