Antlers Guard Station Cabin
Wallowa Whitman National Forest — riverside, fishing
Location: North Powder, OR, OR
Price: From $105 per night
Rating: 4.7 out of 5 (10 reviews)
Season: May through October
Antlers Guard Station was built in 1935 for the fire crews who patrolled Wallowa-Whitman National Forest. The Forest Roads were not yet well developed, and it was impractical for crews to travel daily between the remote parts of the forest and the ranger station. The Civilian Conservation Corps built this structure to allow crews to stay where they worked.
Cell coverage (FCC estimate): none signal. Actual signal may vary in remote areas.
Amenities: Fire Rings, Picnic Tables, Camp Host, Fishing
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Historic 1935 Civilian Conservation Corps structure listed on the National Register of Historic Places offers a unique cultural experience. Excellent fishing access and remote forest location ideal for wildlife viewing and horseback riding.
Wildlife alert: American Elk and Red Fox present in area. Ruffed Grouse and Sandhill Crane observed nearby—bring binoculars for birding opportunities.
Insider tips for Antlers Guard Station Cabin: Only 1 site available—book early as noted in known issues for federal campgrounds No hookups available, so plan for primitive camping setup 18-mile drive from County Road 535 on remote forest roads; ensure vehicle is suitable and fuel up in Unity beforehand Fishing access available on-site; bring gear
Skip Antlers Guard Station Cabin if: You need RV hookups or modern amenities. You're visiting November through April (seasonal closure). You require last-minute booking flexibility.
Best time to visit Antlers Guard Station Cabin: May-October — Facility operates seasonally May through October only, as stated in verified source data.
Nearby campgrounds: Oregon Campground (Wallowa-Whitman) (Baker CIty, OR), Yellow Pine Campground (Wallowa-Whitman) (Baker City, OR), Wetmore Campground (Baker City, OR), Deerhorn Campground (John Day, OR).
Cell Phone Coverage at Antlers Guard Station Cabin
Cell signal at Antlers Guard Station Cabin (North Powder, OR): none overall signal based on FCC broadband data.
Coverage data source: FCC Broadband Data Collection (BDC). Actual signal may vary due to terrain, tree cover, and distance from towers. Camper reports are more reliable than coverage maps in remote areas.
Antlers Guard Station was built in 1935 for the fire crews who patrolled Wallowa-Whitman National Forest. The Forest Roads were not yet well developed, and it was impractical for crews to travel daily between the remote parts of the forest and the ranger station. The Civilian Conservation Corps built this structure to allow crews to stay where they worked.
Verified facts
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Insider tips & when to go
CamperWatch intel · hand-curated entryOnly 1 site available
book early as noted in known issues for federal campgrounds
No hookups available, so plan for primitive camping setup
18-mile drive from County Road 535 on remote forest roads; ensure vehicle is suitable and fuel up in Unity beforehand
Fishing access available on-site; bring gear
Facility operates seasonally May through October only, as stated in verified source data
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Wildlife nearby
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Getting there →
From Unity, Oregon: go northwest 2 miles toward John Day on Highway 26. Turn right (north) on State Road 245 and go past Unity Reservoir. Approximately 2 miles past the reservoir, turn left (north) on County Road 535 (which becomes County Road 529) and go 18 miles to the Antlers Guard Station on your right. Driving time from Unity is approximately 45 minutes. From Baker City: take State Highway 7 south approximately 38 miles to County Road 529. Turn south at the old Whitney town site. Follow Cou
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- Book on recreation.gov exactly 6 months ahead at 10am ET — Wallowa Whitman National Forest fills fast in peak season.
- Check current road conditions at Wallowa Whitman National Forest before arrival — seasonal closures common.
- Bear country — store all food in bear boxes or locked vehicle at all times.
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