Wenatchee Guard Station

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Umatilla National Forest

Cabin / lookout rental · USDA Forest Service · Umatilla National Forest Fees: It is $50.00 per night, per group, with a maximum of four occupants. Fees are used directly for the maintenance and preservation of the guard station. Season: Year Round Reservations: Call 1-877-444-6777 or visit www.recreation.gov . The maximum-length stay is fourteen consecutive nights. Overview Wenatchee Guard Station, located about 40 miles southeast of Pomeroy, offers a panoramic view of Wenatchee Creek and access to a scenic drive along Wenatchee Creek Canyon. The year-round cabin attracts cross country skiers and snowmobilers in winter and horseback riders and hikers in summer. Dogs and horses are allowed at the cabin. The site is accessible by automobile June 1 to November 1, weather dependant. Winter access requires skis, snowshoes or snowmobiles. As early as the 1910s, the site was used as a Forest Guard Camp. In 1927, a log cabin was built and used until it was replaced with the current guard station, completed in 1935 by the Civil Conservation Corps. Recreation Horseback riding and hiking trails can be accessed from the cabin. Another way to enjoy views along Wenatchee Creek is by taking a scenic drive. Berry and mushroom picking is possible, and in… Getting there: From Pomeroy, WA, take 15th Street south (which becomes Peola Road at the city limits) for approximately 15 miles to the forest boundary. The paved road will end here. Continue on Forest Road (FR) 40 for 17 miles to Misery Junction. Take FR 44 east for 3 miles, then FR 43 east for approximately 3 miles. The guard station will be on the left. The site is accessible by automobile June 1 to November 1. Winter access requires skis, snowshoes or snowmobiles. For winter use from Pomeroy, travel… Rules: - There is no water at this site; therefore renters will need to bring a supply of water for drinking, cooking, and washing. - Renters will need to bring sleeping bags and/or bedding and are encouraged to bring their personal cooking and eating utensils for their stay. - No garbage service available. If you pack it in, please pack it out. - Pets are welcome; visitors are required to clean up… Phone: (509)843-1891 OFFICE HOURS MONDAY - FRIDAY 7:30-4:30 CLOSED WEEKENDS AND HOLIDAYS Official page: https://www.recreation.gov/camping/campgrounds/234269 Source: Recreation.gov, USDA Forest Service. Fees and seasons change; check the official page before you go. Photos: Pomeroy Ranger District