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Wenatchee Guard Station

Wenatchee Guard Station is located in the Umatilla National Forest, featuring forested terrain with a mix of trees and open spaces. The area experiences temperature highs around 85°F in summer and lows near 20°F in winter. Nearby attractions include the Tucannon River and the Blue Mountains, offering opportunities for hiking and fishing.

Description

USDA Forest Service

Umatilla National Forest

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 winter, trails are groomed for snowmobiling and cross country skiing.

Natural Features

Wenatchee Guard Station sits at 5290 ft in a grassy clearing on a high plateau dotted with mixed conifers, offering majestic views of the northern tip of the Blue Mountains. In the spring, wildflowers, such as yarrow, Piper's anemone, Big-leaf sandwort, Showy Aster, Camas pink fairy, daisy and sagebrush sweep color down the slopes into the valleys.Campers enjoy the view of Grouse Flats and look for herds of Rocky Mountain elk, mule deer and white-tailed deer. They can also listen for the call of geese, ducks, hawks, grouse, wild turkeys, screech owls and wrens.

Nearby Attractions

The cabin is about 35 minutes from any general store. The town of Pomeroy has a county museum, art gallery and antiques.

Charges & Cancellations

For Reservation Changes & Cancellation Fees, please see Rules & Reservation Policies.

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Location

Wenatchee Guard Station is located in Washington

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Directions

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 east on Highway 12 to Clarkston, Washington. From Clarkston, travel south on Highway 129 to Asotin, Washington. Just before entering Asotin, turn right at the bridge onto County Road 105 to Cloverland. Continue past Cloverland to the Sno-Park. Park here, then travel by snowmobile or cross country ski (beginning to intermediate level skiing) southwest on FR 43 to the junction with FR 4304, about 3 miles. Turn right and travel west on FR 43 for a quarter-mile to Wenatchee Guard Station. Pay close attention to the weather forecasts as winter weather can change quickly.A Washington State Sno-Park permit is required to park at the Sno-Park. Permits may be obtained from any Washington State Park.

Address

71 WEST MAIN ST
Pomeroy, WA 99347

Coordinates

46.1219461 N
117.379698 W

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Site Types

  • Cabins

Features

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  • Reservable
  • Toilets
  • Pets
  • Fires

For Vehicles

  • Pull-Through Sites

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Reviewed Aug. 29, 2019

Great view, Needs a keyed outhouse

I spent a night at the guard station in Aug 2019, and it was great. The guard station itself is nothing too special, but the view is incredible. I'm not a huge fan of the Umatilla area, but I like the isolation of staying at the forest service stations. This place would be better if it had a locking outhouse. Even though the guard station and outhouse are off the main road, several people stopped to look at the guard station and use the outhouse. Apparently it's a popular area for atvs, cuz some jagoff on a quad or dirt bike was using the outhouse every hour. FYI, if you want to view a forest service cabin or lookout and it's occupied, don't disturb the people, take a quick photo and be on your way. And definitely don't use their outhouse.

  • Review photo of Wenatchee Guard Station by Juice B., August 29, 2019
  • Review photo of Wenatchee Guard Station by Juice B., August 29, 2019
  • Review photo of Wenatchee Guard Station by Juice B., August 29, 2019
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