Overview

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. 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. Please call the office to confirm 307-276-5800.

Facilities

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.

Natural Features

Recreation

Nearby Attractions

Contact Info

Important Notices

• Cabins are NOT cleaned after each renter. It is the RENTERS responsiblility to clean up BEFORE they leave.

• Entry requires 2 combinations that will be emailed to you at a latter date.

• Please bring garbage bags; this is a "PACK IT IN, PACK IT OUT" facitity.

• No water available from mid-September to mid-June, WATER is NOT GUARANTEED 

• Bears frequent the area; be aware of bear safety
• Beware of poisonous chemicals used to control rodent population

• NO SMOKING ALLOWED

• Suggested items to bring: toiletries, bedding, cleaning supplies, food, water, matches, flashlight, cooking supplies (dishes and cookware are provided) ax, chainsaw.

• Pets are allowed, NEVER leave unattended, clean up after them and do NOT allow them to harrass the wildlife.

• Cleaning supplies are NOT provided other than a broom and mop.  

• Hay brought must be certified weed-free

• Click here to learn more about the Bridger-Teton National Forest

• Don't Move Firewood: Help prevent the spread of tree-killing pests in our national forests by obtaining firewood near your destination and burning it on-site. For more information visit dontmovefirewood.org.

Available Activities

• Wildlife Viewing - Wildlife Viewing
• Hunting - Hunting
• Horseback Riding - Horseback Riding
• Hiking - Hiking
• Fishing - Fishing
• Camping - Camping
• Biking - Biking
• Canoeing - Canoeing
• Kayaking - Kayaking
• Mountain Biking - Mountain Biking
• Photography - Photography
• Ranger Station - Ranger Station
• Rock Climbing - Rock Climbing
• Star Gazing - Star Gazing
• Water Access - Water Access
• Whitewater Rafting - Whitewater Rafting
• Visitor Center - Visitor Center
• Scenic Drive - Scenic Drive
• River Trips - River Trips
• Rafting - Rafting
• Picnicking - Picnicking
• Mountain Climbing - Mountain Climbing
• Horse Camping - Horse Camping
• Climbing - Climbing
• Birding - Birding
• Berry Picking - Berry Picking
• Backpacking - Backpacking

Directions

<p>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. Combinations will be emailed after reservation is made.</p>

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