Godman Guard Station
Umatilla National Forest — riverside, hiking
Location: POMEROY, WA, WA
Price: From $75 per night
Rating: 3.6 out of 5 (11 reviews)
Season: Year-round
Godman Guard Station was built in 1933-34 as part of an administrative complex and sits just outside the impressive Wenaha-Tucannon Wilderness. This two-story, wood frame structure is surrounded by tall timbers such as Grand fir, Douglas fir, Engelmann spruce, Lodgepole pine, and subalpine fir. The complex is adjacent to the historic Godman Campground built by the Civilian Conservation Corps.
Cell coverage (FCC estimate): moderate signal. Actual signal may vary in remote areas. Best carrier: Verizon. Verizon 4G: 100%. AT&T 4G: 100%. T-Mobile 4G: 0%.
Amenities: Fire Rings, Picnic Tables
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Historic 1933-34 Guard Station adjacent to the Wenaha-Tucannon Wilderness with excellent hiking and winter sports access. Highly rated by repeat visitors who praise its historic character and scenic forest setting.
Wildlife alert: Great Gray Owl, Mountain Bluebird, Dark-eyed Junco, Western Tanager, and Columbian Ground Squirrel observed in the area.
Insider tips for Godman Guard Station: Book early — this is a federal campground with only 1 tent site. Located 28 miles south of Dayton, WA via Eckler Mountain Road and Forest Road 46. Historic Godman Campground built by the Civilian Conservation Corps is adjacent to the Guard Station.
Skip Godman Guard Station if: You need hookups — no hookups available.. You require multiple site options — only 1 tent site available..
Best time to visit Godman Guard Station: Year-round — Campground operates year-round with winter sports available, though seasonal operations noted as a consideration..
Nearby campgrounds: Tucannon Guard Station (Pomeroy, WA), Clearwater Lookout Cabin (POMEROY, WA), Wenatchee Guard Station (POMEROY, WA), Jubilee Lake Campground (Or) (Walla Walla, OR).
Cell Phone Coverage at Godman Guard Station
Cell signal at Godman Guard Station (POMEROY, WA): moderate overall signal based on FCC broadband data. Best carrier: Verizon.
- Verizon 4G LTE: 100% coverage
- AT&T 4G LTE: 100% coverage
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.
Godman Guard Station was built in 1933-34 as part of an administrative complex and sits just outside the impressive Wenaha-Tucannon Wilderness. This two-story, wood frame structure is surrounded by tall timbers such as Grand fir, Douglas fir, Engelmann spruce, Lodgepole pine, and subalpine fir. The complex is adjacent to the historic Godman Campground built by the Civilian Conservation Corps.
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Insider tips & when to go
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this is a federal campground with only 1 tent site.
Located 28 miles south of Dayton, WA via Eckler Mountain Road and Forest Road 46.
Historic Godman Campground built by the Civilian Conservation Corps is adjacent to the Guard Station.
Campground operates year-round with winter sports available, though seasonal operations noted as a consideration.
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Getting there →
From Dayton, take 4th street south for 6 blocks, and turn east on Eckler Mountain Road for about 15 miles. Turn right at the Y intersection. Continue on Forest Road 46 for 12 miles to Godman. The guard station will be on the left. The site is accessible to vehicles from mid to late-June through mid-October to early-November. Call the Pomeroy Ranger District for road and weather conditions at (509) 843-1891 Mon-Fri 7:30 am - 4:30 pm Closed Weekends & Holidays. Winter use requires skis, snowshoes
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- Book on recreation.gov exactly 6 months ahead at 10am ET — Umatilla National Forest fills fast in peak season.
- Check current road conditions at Umatilla 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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