Yellowjacket Guard Station
Forney, Idaho · 6,165 ft · In Salmon-Challis National Forest
Photos: USDA Forest Service
At a glance
4 of 8 facts known · recreation.gov, checked Sep 24, 2026
- Elevation
- 6,165 ft (1,879 m)6,165 ft1,879 m
Sites1
Yellowjacket Guard Station lists no loops, so its sites are listed here. Pick a site to see its details.
All 1 shown · by site number
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Amenities
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- Campfires allowed
- Firewood for sale
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About
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 messageFacilities
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Cell service
Report signalFCC map: no coverage reported
- VerizonNo coverage on FCC map
- AT&TNo coverage on FCC map
- T-MobileNo coverage on FCC map
Cell service at Yellowjacket Guard Station: FCC map Dec 2025
Weather
National Weather Service
- WedMostly Sunny, 1% chance of rain54°30°
- ThuSunny59°33°
- FriSunny64°37°
- SatSunny62°36°
- SunSunny, 1% chance of rain60°37°
Nearby camping
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3 more within 25 mi
4 OpenStreetMap entries in Forney share one park. They may be individual sites of a single campground. Suggest a merge
Dispersed camping nearby
Free dispersed camping within 19 mi, on public land.
- 12 mi
Driftwood Flat
Forney, ID · On U.S. Forest Service land · Salmon National Forest
- 12 mi
Cold Spring Creek Campsite
Forney, ID · On U.S. Forest Service land · Salmon National Forest
- 12 mi
Wilson Creek
Forney, ID · On U.S. Forest Service land · Salmon National Forest
- 12 mi
Flying B Airport
Forney, ID · On State agency land · Mormon Creek Ranch/Pole Creek Ranch
- 12 mi
Grassy Flat I
Stibnite, ID · On U.S. Forest Service land · Salmon National Forest
- 12 mi
Grassy Flat II
Stibnite, ID · On U.S. Forest Service land · Salmon National Forest
Location and contact
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