HOBACK GUARD STATION
USFS · Campground · Fee
Fast facts
- Cost
- Fee charged
- Managed by
- USFS
- Type
- Campground
- Hours
- Check in: 2:00 p.m.; Check-out: 10:00 a.m.
- Reservations
- recreation.gov
- Coordinates
- 43.2156, -110.4228
- Last verified
- September 19, 2026
About this place
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. 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. 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 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. Contact Info For facility specific information, please call (307) 276-3375. Nearby Attractions 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.
From the USFS.Official page
Is HOBACK GUARD STATION free?
No. HOBACK GUARD STATION charges a fee. It is managed by the USFS. Sites are reservable through recreation.gov.
How do I get to HOBACK GUARD STATION?
From the Town of Daniel, Wyoming head north on United States Highway 189 (US 189) for approximately 2 miles until you reach the junction of US 189 and US 191. Turn left at the junction onto US 191/189. Follow US 191/189 for approximately 33 miles. The entrance to the Hoback Guard Station is on the left side of the highway approximately 1 mile beyond the town of Bondurant. Please note: This site must be reserved on www.recreation.gov and needs a key to pass through the gate. Key should be retrieved from the Big Piney District Office. Approximate Travel details from the Town of Daniel: 35 miles, 35 minutes.
Nearby
- Kozy Campground6.1 mi
- Hoback Campground9.7 mi
- Granite Creek Campground10.0 mi
- MCCAIN CABIN16.2 mi
- Sherman Guard Station and Bunkhouse18.9 mi
- East Table Campground19.4 mi
- East Table Group Campground19.5 mi
- Green River Access Site 12 Campsite 119.7 mi
No other services within 50 mi on the record.
SourceData from the USFS. Last synced September 19, 2026. Community reports and photos are submitted by travelers and are not verified by the agency.
