Hoback Guard Station
Water & Power are not guaranteed, Hoback Guard Station was built in 1935 by the CCC to be used as a working Ranger Station, and is considered eligible to the National Register of Historic Places. About 34 miles from Jackson, Wyoming, This guard station beckons guests who want a scenic backcountry experience with the convenience of electricity and running water and great mountain scenery.
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Site mix
| Cabins with electric | 1 |
| Host/management | 1 |
Site guide
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| Site | Entry | Surface | Shade | People / vehicles | Fires | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 001 | Pull-through | Gravel | Full | 6 / 3 | Yes | Prime |
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
| Hookups | None |
| Equipment | RVs & trailers |
| Pets | Allowed |
| Campfires | Allowed, subject to restrictions |
There is no guarantee of water or electricity or cookware. The log cabin is electric and can accommodate six guests. Drinking water, a flush toilet and shower are available Mid June - Mid- Sept. The kitchen is equipped with an electric stove, a variety of cookware, a table with four chairs, a refrigerator and a sink. The bedroom has three bunkbeds with mattresses and a dresser. A campfire ring with grill is located outside. No linens or bedding are included. Guests should bring food, bedding or sleeping bags, towels, soap and garbage bags. Pets and livestock are allowed at the guard station. Livestock may be kept in the corral behind the bunkhouse.
Individual sites vary. Confirm on Recreation.gov or with the managing office.
Weather by month
Getting there
From Big Piney, follow U.S. Highway 189 north for 26 miles to the junction of U.S. 189 and 191. Turn left and continue on U.S. 189/191 another 33 miles to Bondurant. The guard station is on the left (west) side of the highway about 1 mile past Bondurant. A combo is needed for the locked gate and for the cabin.
| Nearest town | Big Piney, Wyoming |
| Coordinates | 43.2156° N, 110.4228° W · Directions ↗ |
Good to know
- Water is NOT available until Mid June or July and will be turned off Mid Sept due to freezing temps and possibly earlier depending on weather conditions.
Supplies & services
| Dump station | Dump station ↗ | 20.6 mi |
| Outdoor gear | JD High Country Outfitters ↗ | 24.9 mi |
| RV sales & service | Airstream of Wyoming ↗ | 31.5 mi |
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Worth a stop
Popular Jackson, Wyoming is 20 miles away, with restaurants, groceries, galleries, and ski resorts with both winter and summer activities. Grand Teton National Park is just beyond Jackson, with hiking, fishing, boating, canoeing, kayaking and breathtaking scenery. Yellowstone National Park is less then 1.5 hours away.
- 0.3 miMonument Ridge Trailhead ↗Trailhead
Trails nearby
- 0.3 miMonument Ridge ↗9.7 mi trail · hiking, horse, bike
- 3.1 miLittle Cliff Creek ↗5 mi trail · hiking, horse, bike
- 3.2 miJack Creek ATV Trail4.2 mi trail · hiking, horse, bike, 4WD
- 4.1 miParody Draw2.6 mi trail · hiking, horse, bike
- 4.3 miCliff Creek Parallel ↗13.7 mi trail · hiking, horse, bike
- 4.7 miRock Creek ↗4.8 mi trail · hiking, horse, bike
Trailheads within three miles
- 0.3 miMonument Ridge Trailhead ↗Bridger-Teton 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 Bridger-Teton National Forest.
- inBridger-Teton National Forest ↗National Forest · Forest Service · 3,466,359 acres
- 3.1 miGros Ventre Wilderness ↗Wilderness · Forest Service · 285,619 acres
- 3.9 miCaribou-Targhee National Forest ↗National Forest · Forest Service · 3,077,758 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
- Church of St. Hubert the Hunter and LibraryBuilding · Bondurant · 1.3 mi
- Craig CabinHistoric district · Bondurant · 7.9 mi
Natural features
Willows and pines provide sparse shade, and grasses and summer wildflowers are abundant. A creek runs alongside the guard station, which sits at an elevation of 6,600 feet. Plenty of wildlife to see amongst the beautiful view.
Recreation
Hiking, biking and horseback riding trails crisscross the surrounding mountains, leading visitors to impressive scenery like Cliff Creek Falls. 15 miles up the road is the beautiful Snake River Canyon where you can fish, raft, kayak, cliff climb, or just enjoy the breathtaking scenery. Granite Hot Springs is a natural hot springs pool that sits 10 miles back in the Bridger-Teton Forest.
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Reference
Questions people ask
Do I need a reservation at Hoback Guard Station?
Sites at Hoback 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 Hoback Guard Station?
Check-in 02:00 PM, checkout 11:00 AM.
Source: Recreation.gov
How many sites does Hoback Guard Station have?
2 sites, including 1 cabin with power.
Source: Recreation.gov
Can I bring an RV to Hoback Guard Station?
Hoback Guard Station is listed for tents only.
Source: Recreation.gov
Are there showers or a dump station at Hoback Guard Station?
Drinking water, a flush toilet and shower are available Mid June - Mid- Sept.
Source: Recreation.gov
Are pets allowed at Hoback Guard Station?
Yes, pets are allowed at Hoback Guard Station. Leash rules apply.
Source: Recreation.gov
Can I have a campfire at Hoback Guard Station?
Fires are allowed in the provided rings under normal conditions.
Source: Recreation.gov
What is there to do at Hoback Guard Station?
Hiking, biking and horseback riding trails crisscross the surrounding mountains, leading visitors to impressive scenery like Cliff Creek Falls. The Recreation section on this page has the rest.
Source: Recreation
What is the nearest town to Hoback Guard Station?
Big Piney, Wyoming. Popular Jackson, Wyoming is 20 miles away, with restaurants, groceries, galleries, and ski resorts with both winter and summer activities.
Source: Getting there
What if Hoback Guard Station is full?
The nearest public campgrounds are Kozy Campground (6.1 mi, first-come), Hoback Campground (9.7 mi, first-come), and Granite Creek Campground (10 mi).
Source: Campgrounds nearby