Openings · last 7 days
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01 · Detected Opening History · the openings record · file CS-234266
When Eight Mile Guard Station reopens
Eight Mile Guard Station's openings record: every site-date Campsite Sniper detected turning available, logged and time-stamped. Refreshed hourly.
Openings · last 30 days
4
Openings · last 90 days
4
Only 4 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, 2026 – Mar 19, 2027 · of 1 monitored site
Of the 183 tracked site-nights (Sep 18, 2026 – Mar 19, 2027): 161 open for online reservation · 22 reserved.
Where the open windows are
12% of tracked site-nights are not currently open for online reservation. 161 of 183 remain open; here is where they are.
Load status
Sep 18, 2026 – Mar 19, 2027Not open online12%
Open site-nights161 / 183
Reserved (of online inventory)22 / 183
Weekday openings94
Weekend openings67
Of the open site-nights on mapped sites, 94 fall on weekdays and 67 on weekends (Fri–Sun).
Open dates by month
Sep 2026 – Mar 2027December holds the most room. 31 of 31 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 | |
| Thanksgiving | THU Nov 26 | 1 | Open |
| FRI Nov 27 | 1 | Open | |
| SAT Nov 28 | 1 | Open | |
| Christmas | THU Dec 24 | 1 | Open |
| FRI Dec 25 | 1 | Open | |
| New Year | THU Dec 31 | 1 | Open |
| FRI Jan 1 | 1 | Open |
Labor Day: no online availability on any tracked night. Thanksgiving: 1 site is available for the complete three-night stay. Christmas: 1 site is available for the complete two-night stay. New Year: 1 site is available for the complete two-night stay.
Availability
Most open site-nights · tracked window| Site | Open site-nights |
|---|---|
| 001 | 161 |
This site currently has 161 site-nights available.
Next windows
As of Sep 18, 2026 snapshotNext open dateTue · Sep 22
Next open weekendFri · Oct 2
The next bookable night is Sep 22; the first open weekend starts Oct 2. Campsite Sniper can watch later dates for you.
Stays and site detail
161 open site-nights across 1 site at Eight Mile Guard Station, from the same hourly snapshot as everything above.
Multi-night stays. 3 2-night, 3 3-night, 2 7-night openings where a single site is free for every night, per Campsite Sniper's current snapshot — soonest Sep 28 at site 001.
All 1 site with current availability
| Site | Max RV | Hookups | Open site-nights | Longest run | Dates |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 001 | Not recorded | None | 161 | 147 nights | Sep 22, Sep 28, Sep 29, Sep 30, Oct 1, Oct 2, Oct 3, Oct 4, Oct 5, Oct 6, Oct 11, Oct 12 +149 more |
About Eight Mile Guard Station
Overview
Eight Mile Guard Station is a short drive from Soda Springs, Idaho. It was established as early as 1908. Several buildings have appeared on this site, although most were replaced or relocated. The current cabin was built in 1962.
The guard station only accessible by snowmobile in winter, and guests are responsible for their own travel arrangements and safety. Many conveniences are provided, especially in the warmer months, but additional supplies and gear may be needed to ensure a comfortable stay.
Recreation
Hikers, mountain bikers and off-road vehicle enthusiasts can all find trails nearby ( Idaho OHV safety message ). The winter months attract snowmobilers and cross-country skiers.
Anglers can fish in Eightmile Creek. This is also a popular area for hunting game and game birds.
Facilities
The guard station has a maximum capacity of 75 people. The cabin can sleep eight people on the four bunk beds provided; there are no mattresses. Renters will need to provide sleeping pads and bedding. The cabin contains an indoor bathroom with a seasonally available flush toilet and shower. A large kitchen is equipped with a dining area and propane range with oven. The living room has a propane heater and wood stove. Firewood may be provided during the winter months but must be chopped. The cabin is equipped with a solar lighting system and propane lights are used for backup lighting. Propane is provided for the lights, range and heater. An outhouse with vault toilet is just behind the cabin. There is also a campfire circle with benches. The large garage has been renovated to be used as an outdoor dining/entertainment facility. Water is not guaranteed, and there is no electricity. Guests should come prepared with their own water supply. Bedding, cookware, kitchen utensils and emergency supplies are not provided. Guests are expected to clean the cabin and pack out their trash upon departure. Garbage bags and cleaning supplies are not available.
Natural Features
The cabin sits in a meadow at an elevation of 6,000 feet, surrounded by stands of tall conifer trees. Eightmile Creek meanders nearby. The rugged limestone and dolomite peaks of the Bear River Range stretch out around the cabin.
Visitors enjoy viewing summer wildflowers and an abundance of wildlife. Large populations of deer, elk and moose inhabit this rugged backcountry. Pikas and marmots are sometimes seen, and beavers make their home around mountain streams.
Nearby Attractions
Soda Springs attracts visitors for its variety of parks and historical landmarks. Visitors can see covered wagon ruts left in the soil from pioneers traveling the Oregon Trail, as well as explore Formation Springs and Cave. There's also a museum, a golf course and several places to shop and dine.
1 monitored siteNo hookups1 shadedMax party 75
Getting there
Eight Mile Guard Station is located 11 miles southwest of Soda Springs. Head east on Main Street in Soda Springs. Turn right onto South 3rd Street E for 1 mile. Continue onto Bailey Creek 8 Mile Road for 3.5 miles. Turn left onto 8 Mile Road for half a mile. Continue onto Nounan Road for 1.5 miles. Turn right onto Road 425/8 Mile Canyon Road/8 Mile Creek Road. Eight Mile Guard Station will be on the right in about 3.7 miles. Maps are available upon request at the district office.
322 N. 4Th Street, Montpelier, ID 83254208-847-0375
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03 · Field Photos · roll CS-234266 · facility
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Roll CS-234266 · Eight Mile Guard Station · Montpelier ID11 frames · facility
FAQ
How do I get a reservation at Eight Mile Guard Station?
Reservations for Eight Mile Guard Station are made through Recreation.gov. The current snapshot shows substantial availability: 161 of 183 tracked site-nights are open (88%), though availability can change. Campsite Sniper has also detected 4 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 17:19 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 Eight Mile Guard Station?
Campsite Sniper detected 4 site-date openings here over the last 90 days, none in the last 7. A free alert watches around the clock and pings you the moment one appears.
Can I get a multi-night stay at Eight Mile Guard Station?
3 three-night openings are showing, counting only runs where the SAME site is free for all three nights. The soonest starts Sep 28 at site 001. Confirm and book on Recreation.gov.
Which month has the most availability at Eight Mile Guard Station?
December 2026, with 31 open site-nights in the current snapshot of 31.
When is the next open date at Eight Mile Guard Station?
As of the Sep 18, 2026 snapshot: the next open date is Tue, Sep 22 and the next open weekend starts Fri, Oct 2. Detected openings can add earlier dates at any time; a free Campsite Sniper alert catches those the moment they appear.
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