Openings · last 7 days
4
Booking reality
Campsite Sniper detected 4 site openings here in the last 7 days
01 · Detected Opening History · the openings record · file CS-233252
When Snyder Guard Station (ID) reopens
Snyder Guard Station (ID)'s openings record: every site-date Campsite Sniper detected turning available, logged and time-stamped. Refreshed hourly.
Openings · last 30 days
11
Openings · last 90 days
11
Only 11 openings in the last 90 days: not enough recent activity for a reliable pattern. A free Campsite Sniper alert watches around the clock instead, and pings you the moment one opens.
02 · Availability Outlook · Sep 18 – Oct 15, 2026 · of 1 monitored site
Of the 28 tracked site-nights (Sep 18 – Oct 15, 2026): 5 open for online reservation · 20 reserved · 3 unavailable (cause unspecified).
Where the open windows are
82.1% of tracked site-nights are not currently open for online reservation. 5 of 28 remain open; here is where they are.
Load status
Sep 18 – Oct 15, 2026Not open online82.1%
Open site-nights5 / 28
Reserved (of online inventory)20 / 25
Weekday openings4
Weekend openings1
Of the open site-nights on mapped sites, 4 fall on weekdays and 1 on weekends (Fri–Sun).
Open dates by month
Sep 2026 – Oct 2026September holds the most room. 4 of 13 site-nights are still open there.
Holiday windows
Sites open per night · of 1 site| Window | Night | Sites open | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| Labor Day | SAT Sep 5 | 0 | None open |
| SUN Sep 6 | 0 | None open | |
| MON Sep 7 | 0 | None open |
Labor Day: no online availability on any tracked night.
Availability
Most open site-nights · tracked window| Site | Open site-nights |
|---|---|
| 001 | 5 |
This site currently has 5 site-nights available.
Next windows
As of Sep 18, 2026 snapshotNext open dateSun · Sep 27
The next bookable night is Sep 27. Campsite Sniper can watch later dates for you.
Stays and site detail
5 open site-nights across 1 site at Snyder Guard Station (ID), from the same hourly snapshot as everything above.
Multi-night stays. 1 2-night, 1 3-night openings where a single site is free for every night, per Campsite Sniper's current snapshot — soonest Sep 27 at site 001.
RV length. Longest recorded site here is 60 ft. 1 site takes 25 ft, 1 site takes 35 ft, 1 site takes 40 ft.
All 1 site with current availability
| Site | Max RV | Hookups | Open site-nights | Longest run | Dates |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 001 | 60 ft | None | 5 | 5 nights | Sep 27, Sep 28, Sep 29, Sep 30, Oct 1 |
About Snyder Guard Station (ID)
Overview
Snyder Guard station, located on the banks of the scenic Moyie River, has been listed on the National Register for Historic places since 1982. The complex of seven buildings includes a residence, two log cabins, a cookhouse, warehouse, corrals, a machinery shed and a garage. The facility is spread across 10 lovely acres and is perfect for large groups of up to 70 people or small family getaways.
The buildings on the property were constructed from 1906 to 1936, and most structures are available for rent. A group picnic and camping area provide additional campsites and amenities for six RVs, plenty of room for tent camping, pathways to the river, and more.
Snyder was originally constructed as a remote work station for early Forest Service employees. As roads were constructed and transportation improved, the site no longer required live-in crews, so visitors can now use these buildings as recreation rentals.
Recreation
Outdoor recreational opportunities abound on the Moyie River and nearby lakes. Fishing, whitewater rafting, canoeing and kayaking are all popular pastimes.
Over 70 miles of trails are open to hikers, mountain bikers, horseback riders, and motorcyclists. The Copper Falls viewpoint trail is just a few miles from the Snyder Guard Station on copper Falls Road #2517. Hunting, huckleberry picking, cross country skiing and snowmobiling are enjoyed in season.
Facilities
Historic Site buildings include the main ranger house, two small log cabins, a cookhouse, a horse pole barn, and several administrative buildings. Camping Loop buildings include a 50' x 30' covered picnic shelter, a camping loop with six sites with picnic tables and fire rings, a vault toilet, and additional parking for 10 vehicles. Additionally, two horse corrals, vault toilets, drinking water faucets, campfire rings, picnic tables, and a mowed grassy playing field are available for use.
The ranger house has three bedrooms, a bathroom with a flush toilet and hot shower (low capacity, only for groups under 25 people, outdoor screened shower areas are also available), a living room, dining room, and a fully stocked kitchen with enough utensils for 12 guests. The small cabins come with three to four beds and a table and chair. These cabins have no electricity. Most facilities and furnishings are 80-110 years old, please use them gently and treat them with respect. To protect the historic features, pets are not allowed at Snyder Guard Station.
The cookhouse is furnished with benches and tables to seat 30, plus cookware and place settings. Outdoor amenities include picnic tables and campfire rings at six sites and a large picnic shelter with a fireplace and grills.
Campers should bring basic camping gear like bedding or sleeping bags, flashlights, food, matches, garbage bags, towels and dish soap. ( Click here for more cabin details. )
Natural Features
Snyder Guard Station is located within the Lower Kootenai River Area (Bonners Ferry District) of the Idaho Panhandle National Forests. The area is bordered by the Purcell and Cabinet Ranges and the Montana Line on the east, the rugged Selkirk Range on the west, and the Canadian border to the north. The Kootenai River meanders north and west through the District, and the Moyie River joins it from the north.
The Guard Station sits at an elevation of 2,500 feet along the Moyie River, 8 miles south of the Canadian border. Terrain in the river valley is relatively flat, and is bordered by Queen Mountain to the West and Ruby Mountain to the east.
The mixed conifer forest include Douglas fir and spruce. Wildlife sightings include elk, deer, black bears, moose and bald eagles.
1 monitored siteRVs up to 60 ftNo hookups1 shadedWaterfrontRiverfrontFire pitsMax party 70
Getting there
Snyder Guard Station is located 36 road miles northeast of Bonners Ferry, ID and takes 50 minutes to drive from point to point. From the Bonners Ferry Ranger Station, drive north on US 95 for 29.5 miles to Moyie River Road. Turn right (south) onto Moyie River Road (at Good Grief Cafe) and travel south for 5.5 miles. Snyder Guard Station is on the right and is marked with a sign. Travel time is 50 minutes from the Bonners Ferry Ranger District.
6286 Main Street, Bonners Ferry, ID 83805208-267-5561
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03 · Field Photos · roll CS-233252 · facility
Photo gallery
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FAQ
How do I get a reservation at Snyder Guard Station (ID)?
Reservations for Snyder Guard Station (ID) are made through Recreation.gov. 82.1% of tracked site-nights are not currently open for online reservation; 5 of 28 remain open. Campsite Sniper has also detected 11 site openings here in the last 90 days, so further dates may appear. Pick a site on the map to see its calendar, or set a free Campsite Sniper alert. You complete the reservation yourself on Recreation.gov.
Does Campsite Sniper book this campground for me?
No. Campsite Sniper sends alerts and direct Recreation.gov links. It never books, pays for, holds, hoards, or resells reservations.
How current is this availability data?
Campsite Sniper re-checks public Recreation.gov availability for this facility every hour and republishes whenever anything changes. This facility's data last changed at Sep 18, 2026 14:17 UTC; an older timestamp means nothing has changed since that time, not that checking stopped. Always confirm final availability on Recreation.gov when you book.
How often do new openings appear at Snyder Guard Station (ID)?
Campsite Sniper detected 4 site-date openings at Snyder Guard Station (ID) in the last 7 days, 11 over 30 days and 11 over the last 90.
Can I get a multi-night stay at Snyder Guard Station (ID)?
1 three-night opening is showing, counting only runs where the SAME site is free for all three nights. The soonest starts Sep 27 at site 001. Confirm and book on Recreation.gov.
Which sites at Snyder Guard Station (ID) fit a 35-foot RV?
1 of the 1 site that support RV analysis has a recorded maximum of 35 ft or more; the longest recorded is 60 ft.
Which month has the most availability at Snyder Guard Station (ID)?
September 2026, with 4 open site-nights in the current snapshot of 13.
When is the next open date at Snyder Guard Station (ID)?
As of the Sep 18, 2026 snapshot: the next open date is Sun, Sep 27. Detected openings can add earlier dates at any time; a free Campsite Sniper alert catches those the moment they appear.
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