About Weitas Guard Station
Weitas Guard Station is a remote guard station staffed with volunteers for part of the year.
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Weitas Guard Station
Pierce, Idaho · Clearwater County · Facility
Weitas Guard Station is a remote guard station staffed with volunteers for part of the year.
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46.55408, -115.43800
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Weather at Weitas Guard Station
Live forecast for the park. Plan your visit accordingly.
Today
Overcast
54°/33°
🌬 5mph
↑ 6:26 AM ↓ 4:23 PM
Wed
Overcast
57°/37°
🌬 6mph
↑ 6:28 AM ↓ 4:22 PM
Thu
Drizzle
46°/37°
💧 24%🌬 7mph
↑ 6:29 AM ↓ 4:20 PM
Fri
Overcast
54°/34°
💧 4%🌬 4mph
↑ 6:31 AM ↓ 4:19 PM
Sat
Overcast
63°/39°
💧 2%🌬 5mph
↑ 6:32 AM ↓ 4:17 PM
Forecast data © Open-Meteo. Refreshed every 6 hours. Always check the most recent forecast before heading out.
How to Get There
45 miles northeast of Weippe, Idaho off the FS Road 500/555
Driving directions (Google Maps) →Plan Your Visit to Weitas Guard Station
Heading to Weitas Guard Station? A few things to know before you go:
- Reservations: popular sites fill up fast — check Recreation.gov 6 months in advance
- Fees: day-use and camping fees vary; check current rates on the official park page
- Trash & pack-out: follow Leave No Trace principles
- Wildlife: store food in bear boxes where provided; never feed wildlife
- Weather: the 5-day forecast above is updated every 6 hours; verify just before you go
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