Malad Summit Guard Station
The Malad Summit Guard Station location is in Pocatello, Idaho
83204. This page provides detailed contact information for this campground location including the campground phone number, office hours, reservation information and driving directions.
If you have any questions about the Malad Summit Guard Station facility, or if you need to reserve a campsite, then call the campground listed below.
Address
4350 Cliffs Drive
Pocatello
Idaho
83204
Phone number
208-236-7500
Campground information Pocatello, Idaho
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).
Anglers can fish for small brook trout in Mill Creek. Hunting for game and game birds is another popular pastime.
Facilities
Cabin amenities include a wood stove, table and chairs, two bunkbeds with mattresses, two folding cots, a broom and dustpan, sink and Electrical appliances (space heater, water heater, stove/oven). Guests may find limited
dishes and cookware. The mudroom is equipped with shower facilities. Water is OFF from late Sept to late May
A vault toilet outhouse, campfire ring and picnic table are outside. Parking is available for three RVs.
The cabin’s water is shut off Late Sept depending on weather, so winter guests need to bring their own water. Bedding, cleaning supplies, towels, garbage bags, first aid supplies, matches and lanterns or flashlights are not provided. Guests are expected to clean the cabin and pack out their trash before leaving.
Natural Features
The rustic single-room cabin is tucked into a forest of deciduous and conifers at an elevation of about 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).
Frequently Asked Questions About 4350 Cliffs Drive Pocatello, ID
How do I make a reservation with Malad Summit Guard Station?
To make reservations at Malad Summit Guard Station, you can call the office at 208-236-7500.
Where is Malad Summit Guard Station located?
The Malad Summit Guard Station is located at 4350 Cliffs Drive in Pocatello,
. This is the location you will need to go to for camping and information.
Does Malad Summit Guard Station have tent or RV camping?
Malad Summit Guard Station offers both tent and RV camping, but to confirm you will need to call the office at 208-236-7500 to make sure things haven’t changed.