Whisky Camp Guard Station

Umpqua National Forest — lakeside, hiking

Location: TILLER, OR, OR

Price: From $40 per night

Rating: 3.9 out of 5 (25 reviews)

Season: May through October

Whisky Camp, built in the 1940s, was the summer home of a fireguard whose primary duties were to fight and prevent fires, serve as a relief lookout, and perform maintenance on phone lines and trails. Located in the Tiller Ranger District in southwestern Oregon, the cabin now offers relaxation and recreation for visitors throughout the year. Four-wheel drive vehicles are recommended for travel to this site, and guests must bring several of their own supplies.

Cell coverage (FCC estimate): none signal. Actual signal may vary in remote areas.

Amenities: Fire Rings, Picnic Tables, Vault Toilets, Drinking Water, Firewood for Sale

Availability alerts: Set a free cancellation alert at camperwatch.org/campground/whisky-camp-guard-station to be notified when sites open up.

Historic 1940s fireguard cabin in the Tiller Ranger District offering a secluded retreat with propane amenities. Campers consistently rate it 4.7/5 stars, praising it as an awesome getaway spot perfect for families.

Wildlife alert: American Black Bear, Western Gray Squirrel, Ruffed Grouse, Sooty Grouse, and Great Horned Owl present in the area.

Insider tips for Whisky Camp Guard Station: Four-wheel drive vehicles are recommended for access to this site. Bring your own supplies as this is a remote historic cabin. Firewood is available for purchase on-site. Book early as this is a popular federal campground.

Skip Whisky Camp Guard Station if: You need electrical hookups or modern amenities.. You have a low-clearance vehicle.. You're visiting outside the May-October season..

Best time to visit Whisky Camp Guard Station: May-October — Official operating season for the campground..

Nearby campgrounds: Pickett Butte Lookout (TILLER, OR), Three C Rock Campground (Roseburg, OR), Ash Flat Campground (Roseburg, OR), Dumont Creek Campground (Roseburg, OR).

Cell Phone Coverage at Whisky Camp Guard Station

Cell signal at Whisky Camp Guard Station (TILLER, 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.

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TILLER, OR, OR★ 3.9 (25 reviews)From $40/nightFederal campground · book on Recreation.gov
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Whisky Camp, built in the 1940s, was the summer home of a fireguard whose primary duties were to fight and prevent fires, serve as a relief lookout, and perform maintenance on phone lines and trails. Located in the Tiller Ranger District in southwestern Oregon, the cabin now offers relaxation and recreation for visitors throughout the year. Four-wheel drive vehicles are recommended for travel to this site, and guests must bring several of their own supplies.

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Verified facts

RIDB / Recreation.gov official database
Check-in2:00 PM
Check-out12:00 PM
SeasonMay through October
Stay limit14 days
HookupsNo hookups.
ADA sites1 sites
ToiletsVault toilets
PetsAllowed
CampfiresAllowed
Max/site6 people

Amenities

RIDB /facilities /campsites · owner-verified
Essentials
Fire RingsDrinking Water
Recreation
Picnic TablesFirewood for Sale
Family & Pets
Vault Toilets

Straight talk

CamperWatch intel · curated from camper reports

Known issues, each with the workaround. Read before you book.

Known issuesFederal campground — book early. No hookups at most sites. Seasonal operations.
Skip it if:✕ You need electrical hookups or modern amenities.✕ You have a low-clearance vehicle.✕ You're visiting outside the May-October season.

Insider tips & when to go

CamperWatch intel · hand-curated entry

Four-wheel drive vehicles are recommended for access to this site.

Bring your own supplies as this is a remote historic cabin.

Firewood is available for purchase on-site.

Book early as this is a popular federal campground.

Best: May-October

Official operating season for the campground.

Things to do nearby

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Cell signal

FCC BDC · quarterly dataset
T-Mobile
4G · 0%
Verizon
4G · 0%
AT&T
4G · 0%

FCC maps are theoretical — camper reports confirm signal.

Wildlife nearby

iNaturalist · research-grade · 8 km
Alert: American Black Bear, Western Gray Squirrel, Ruffed Grouse, Sooty Grouse, and Great Horned Owl present in the area.

Location

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541-825-3100· Umpqua National Forest
Getting there →

From Canyonville take West 1st Street and turn onto SE 3rd St/OR-227. Continue to follow OR-227 approximately 23 miles until you reach Tiller Oregon and take a left onto Douglas County Road 46 just before the bridge crossing the South Umpqua River. From Tiller, take Douglas County Road 46 for 5 miles to the Jackson Creek/Forest Service Road 29 turn off. Turn right onto FS Road 29 and drive for 9.7 miles to the FS Road 2925 turn off. Take a right onto FS road 2925 where you will cross a bridge ov

Campground entrance

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Pro tips

  • Book on recreation.gov exactly 6 months ahead at 10am ET — Umpqua National Forest fills fast in peak season.
  • Check current road conditions at Umpqua National Forest before arrival — seasonal closures common.
  • Bear country — store all food in bear boxes or locked vehicle at all times.

Frequently asked questions

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How much does Whisky Camp Guard Station cost per night?+
Whisky Camp Guard Station costs $40 per night. Hookup options: No hookups.
What season is Whisky Camp Guard Station open?+
Whisky Camp Guard Station is open May through October. Check-in is 2:00 PM, check-out is 12:00 PM.
Does Whisky Camp Guard Station have hookups?+
No hookups.
What is the maximum RV length at Whisky Camp Guard Station?+
Whisky Camp Guard Station is primarily a tent camping facility.
How do I make reservations at Whisky Camp Guard Station?+
Whisky Camp Guard Station is a federal campground — book 6 months ahead at Recreation.gov. Set a free CamperWatch cancellation alert to be notified the moment a site opens.
What is the cell service like at Whisky Camp Guard Station?+
According to FCC coverage maps, cell signal at Whisky Camp Guard Station is rated none. FCC maps show theoretical coverage — actual signal in remote or heavily forested areas may be weaker.
What season is Whisky Camp Guard Station open, and what are check-in times?+
Whisky Camp Guard Station is open May through October. Check-in is 2:00 PM, check-out is 12:00 PM.
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National Weather Service — Live hourly forecast + active alerts
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Google Air Quality API — Live AQI at exact campground coordinates
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iNaturalist — Research-grade wildlife within 8km
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Google Pollen API — Today’s tree, grass & weed pollen forecast
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FCC Broadband Map — Verizon, AT&T, T-Mobile 4G/5G coverage data
broadbandmap.fcc.gov · quarterly
Sunrise-Sunset.org — Sunrise, sunset & golden hour for today
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Google Street View — Campground entrance & access road imagery
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RIDB — ADA sites, hookups, toilets, pets, campfire rules, bear boxes, max RV, activities, contact, directions
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$40 /night★ 3.9 (25)
SeasonMay through October
Check-in2:00 PM
Check-out12:00 PM
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