La Barge Guard Station
Campground · Wyoming · 1 bookable site ·
Managed by the USDA Forest Service
Wyoming Range Withdrawal Area Special Designated Area (Special Designated Area) · Restricted Access
- 1
- Bookable site
- up to 6
- People per site
- 8,542 ft
- Elevation
Overview
Historic La Barge Guard Station is located 87 miles north of Kemmerer, Wyoming in the Hams Fork Area of Bridger-Teton National Forest. The cabin is situated in beautiful La Barge Meadow, among vibrant summer wildflowers at the base of pine-covered Commissary Ridge.Constructed in 1933 by the Civilian Conservation Corps (CCC), the rustic cabin welcomes guests for sightseeing, hiking, fishing and more. Pets and horses are allowed at the cabin.
Recreation
Hiking, mountain biking and horseback riding are popular summer activities in the surrounding area. The Wagner Pass Trail begins behind the cabin, offering scenic hiking as it follows the Lander Cutoff Historical Trail. Snowmobiling and cross country skiing can be done right out the front door in winter.La Barge Creek offers pleasant trout fishing opportunities.
Facilities
The guard station is a basic, 1930s style CCC cabin with two rooms. It sleeps six people on three bunkbeds with mattresses. The cabin is available year-round. The cabin is equipped with a propane oven, refrigerator, lights and a wood stove. Water is not guaranteed and if water is on, indoor plumbing is still not available. A vault toilet is located behind the cabin. Some dishes, pots, pans and utensils are provided, but the presence of these items is not guaranteed.
No electricity, linens or bedding are provided. In winter, no drinking water is available, so guests should bring plenty for drinking and cooking. Recommended items to bring include dish soap, dish towels, toilet paper, garbage bags and a flashlight. If firewood is on site, this is a courtesy but is not guarenteed. If available, please use only what you need. Always be prepared to collect wood locally or bring to site from local resources.
Natural Features
The cabin sits near La Barge Creek in a grassy meadow at about 8,500 feet in elevation. Pine trees dot the land around the cabin and cover the surrounding hillsides.Moose, elk, eagles and sandhill cranes are among the wildlife likely to be seen. An abundance of wildflowers color the landscape in summer.
The Bridger-Teton National Forest offers more than 3.4 million acres of public land for outdoor recreation. With its pristine watersheds, abundant wildlife and immense wildlands, the forest comprises a large part of the Greater Yellowstone Ecosystem, the largest intact ecosystem in the lower 48 states.
The facts
- 1 bookable site
- 2 sites in total, including non-bookable
- Up to 6 people per site
- Loops: LABGS, Scan & Pay
Site types
- 1 Cabin Nonelectric
- 1 Management
Amenities
- Campfires allowed
- Fire pits
- Picnic tables
- Shade
- Pets allowed
Not recorded upstream: electric hookups, water hookups, sewer hookups, grills.
2 campsites at La Barge Guard Station
Check-in 2:00 PM · Check-out 12:00 PM
| Site | Loop | Type | Entry | Surface | Max rig | People | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| CABIN | LABGS | Cabin Nonelectric | — | Gravel | — | 6 | 🐾 |
| S&P Site Type | Scan & Pay | Management | — | Gravel | — | 6 | 🐾 |
Getting there
From Afton, WY, follow US-89 south 14.5 miles to the Smith's Fork Road/Forest Road 10072 junction. Turn left at the junction and follow Smith's Fork Road for about 22 miles to the La Barge Guard Station road. Turn right. La Barge Guard Station is at the end of the road.
Winter access is by snowmobile only on a 22-mile trail.
42.51944, -110.69944 · 42°31'10.0"N 110°41'58.0"W
Typical weather
| Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| High °F | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| Low °F | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| Precip in | 4.8 | 4.4 | 3.7 | 3.3 | 3.1 | 2.1 | 1.2 | 1.3 | 1.8 | 2.6 | 3.8 | 4.7 |
1991–2020 averages from the nearest NOAA station, 2.1 mi away — not measured at the facility itself, and elevation can make a real difference over that distance.
Map
Fees and stay limits
$60 a night
From Recreation.gov, which is not always current. The operator's own page is the authority on what you will be charged.
More photos
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Common questions about La Barge Guard Station
- Can you reserve a site at La Barge Guard Station?
- Yes, La Barge Guard Station is reservable through Recreation.gov.
- How many campsites does La Barge Guard Station have?
- 2 sites in total, of which 1 can be booked.
- Are pets allowed at La Barge Guard Station?
- Yes, pets are allowed at La Barge Guard Station.
- Are campfires allowed at La Barge Guard Station?
- Campfires are allowed at La Barge Guard Station. Check for a current fire restriction before you go.
Camping near La Barge Guard Station
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- Cazier Cabin 11 mi · Campground · we watch it
- LaBarge Guard Station 0.1 mi · Campground
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- Middle Piney Lake Campground 8.9 mi · Campground
- Hobble Creek Campground 9.4 mi · Campground
- Smith Fork Area 10 mi · Facility
- Cottonwood/Fish Creek Areas 10.3 mi · Facility
- Sacajawea Campground 11 mi · Campground
Contact
- Phone 307-877-4415
- Book Recreation.gov
Recreation.gov last updated this record on 2026-02-25.
Facility information and photographs from Recreation.gov (RIDB). SpotOpened is not affiliated with Recreation.gov or any federal agency.
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