McKay Dam and reservoir are features of the Umatilla Project. This 1,200-acre
reservoir is located 8 miles south of Pendleton. Fishing permitted Mar. 1
thorough Sept. 30. Available species include rainbow trout, crappie,
largemouth bass, smallmouth bass, sunfish, and yellow perch.

<a href="http://www.usbr.gov/projects/Facility.jsp?fac_Name=McKay+Dam" rel="nofollow">McKay Dam</a> and reservoir are features of the <a href="http://www.usbr.gov/dataweb/html/umatilla.html" rel="nofollow">Umatilla Project</a>. This 1,200-acre reservoir is located 8 miles south of Pendleton.  Fishing permitted Mar. 1 thorough Sept. 30.  Available species include rainbow trout, crappie, largemouth bass, smallmouth bass, sunfish, and yellow perch.

Bird's eye view of the park

McKay Reservoir

In the early 1900s, may people across the nation recognized that populations
of migratory birds and other wildlife were dwindling. Thus, a strong national
conservation movement developed and brought forth the establishment of
wildlife preserves across the country in an effort to boost wildlife
populations. As a result, McKay Creek National Wildlife Refuge was established
by President Calvin Coolidge on June 7, 1927, as "a refuge and breeding ground
for birds."

The 1,837-acre refuge overlays McKay Creek Reservoir, a U.S. Bureau of
Reclamation (BOR) storage facility, serving the irrigation needs of the
Umatilla River Basin. The U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service manages the lands,
whereas the water levels are regulated by the BOR. At full pool the refuge
consists of 1,300 acres of water and 537 acres of upland. By late September,
an average of 250 acres of water remain at minimum pool. The reservoir relies
entirely on run-off from the Blue Mountains feeding McKay Creek, so in poor
snow years, the water supply can be limited; full pool has usually been
reached, but this is a consideration in the face of climate change.

The refuge serves as a recreational mecca for residents of nearby Pendleton,
Oregon, receiving over 50,000 visitors annually. The majority of visitors
engage in fishing. Upland bird hunting is also popular, with many area hunters
taking part in the annual pursuit of pheasant and quail. Other visitors simply
enjoy bird watching, wildlife photography, or nature.

<p>In the early 1900s, may people across the nation recognized that populations of migratory birds and other wildlife were dwindling. Thus, a strong national conservation movement developed and brought forth the establishment of wildlife preserves across the country in an effort to boost wildlife populations. As a result, McKay Creek National Wildlife Refuge was established by President Calvin Coolidge on June 7, 1927, as "a refuge and breeding ground for birds."</p><p>The 1,837-acre refuge overlays McKay Creek Reservoir, a U.S. Bureau of Reclamation (BOR) storage facility, serving the irrigation needs of the Umatilla River Basin. The U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service manages the lands, whereas the water levels are regulated by the BOR. At full pool the refuge consists of 1,300 acres of water and 537 acres of upland. By late September, an average of 250 acres of water remain at minimum pool. The reservoir relies entirely on run-off from the Blue Mountains feeding McKay Creek, so in poor snow years, the water supply can be limited; full pool has usually been reached, but this is a consideration in the face of climate change.</p><p>The refuge serves as a recreational mecca for residents of nearby Pendleton, Oregon, receiving over 50,000 visitors annually. The majority of visitors engage in fishing. Upland bird hunting is also popular, with many area hunters taking part in the annual pursuit of pheasant and quail. Other visitors simply enjoy bird watching, wildlife photography, or nature.</p><p> </p>

McKay Creek National Wildlife Refuge

## Overview

Bull Prairie Campground is a local gem; a beautiful, woodsy place to enjoy a
vacation, host a family reunion or social event, and to enjoy multiple
recreational pursuits. This moderate-sized campground is located adjacent to
28-acre Bull Prairie Lake, which is stocked annually with trout. An
accessible, family-friendly paved trail along the lake is ideal for morning
jogs, bicycle rides, picnicking, and shore or dockside fishing. The lake has a
boat ramp, dock and trailer parking area, but only non-motorized boating is
allowed. Nearby trails connect the campground and lake with the Morrow County
OHV Park, 8 miles away. Note: ATVs are only allowed at the dump station and in
the north part of the campground (sites 25-28).

While this campground offers potable water, there is no garbage service so
please pack out all garbage and dispose of it at home.

## Recreation

An accessible, family-friendly paved trail around the lake is designed for
people who enjoy morning jogs, bicycle rides, picnicking, and shoreline or
dock fishing. Non-motorized boating is allowed with a boat ramp, dock, and
parking area for trailers. Within the campground adjacent to the lake is a
large day-use picnic area with accessible facilities. Besides beautiful
scenery, the lake offers many opportunities for wildlife viewing and
photography. Hunting activities can be undertaken nearby, but not within this
recreation site.

## Facilities

An accessible, family-friendly paved trail around the lake is designed for
people who enjoy morning jogs, bicycle rides, picnicking, and shoreline or
dock fishing. Non-motorized boating is allowed with a boat ramp, dock, and
parking area for trailers. Within the campground adjacent to the lake is a
large day-use picnic area with accessible facilities. Besides beautiful
scenery, the lake offers many opportunities for wildlife viewing and
photography. Hunting activities can be undertaken nearby, but not within this
recreation site.

## Natural Features

This campground is fully forested with Ponderosa pine, Douglas-fir, grand fir,
and spruce. Trout are stocked in the nearby lake. Deer, chipmunks, squirrels,
and rabbits frequent the campground and waterfowl inhabit the lake and shore.
It is also possible to sight an occasional elk in the nearby area. Bears and
cougars live in the surrounding forest, but rarely enter the campground and
bear-proof storage is not required. Mushroom and berry picking occur
seasonally.

## contact_info

For facility specific information, please call (541) 676-2155.

## Nearby Attractions

The Morrow County OHV Park is located 8 miles north of the campground.
Heppner, OR, located 41.5 miles to the north, is the closest town for supplies
and gasoline.

## Charges & Cancellations

**Cancelling a Reservation:** Customers may cancel their reservation prior to
arrival either online or through the call center. A $10 service fee will be
withheld from any refund for a cancellation. Depending on when you cancel in
relation to your arrival day, it may be considered a late cancellation (see
below).

**Individual Campsites:** A customer who cancels a reservation the day before
or on the day of arrival will pay a $10.00 service fee AND forfeit the first
night's use fee (not to exceed the total paid for the original reservation).
Cancellations for a one-night reservation will forfeit the entire amount paid
and will not be subject to an additional service fee.

**Group Facility (including Cabins and Lookouts):** Customers who cancel a
group overnight facility reservation less than 14 days before the arrival date
will pay a $10.00 service fee AND forfeit the first night's use fee.

<h2>Overview</h2>
<p>Bull Prairie Campground is a local gem; a beautiful, woodsy place to enjoy a vacation, host a family reunion or social event, and to enjoy multiple recreational pursuits. This moderate-sized campground is located adjacent to 28-acre Bull Prairie Lake, which is stocked annually with trout. An accessible, family-friendly paved trail along the lake is ideal for morning jogs, bicycle rides, picnicking, and shore or dockside fishing.  The lake has a boat ramp, dock and trailer parking area, but only non-motorized boating is allowed. Nearby trails connect the campground and lake with the Morrow County OHV Park, 8 miles away.  Note: ATVs are only allowed at the dump station and in the north part of the campground (sites 25-28).  </p>
<p>While this campground offers potable water, there is no garbage service so please pack out all garbage and dispose of it at home. </p>
<h2>Recreation</h2>
<p>An accessible, family-friendly paved trail around the lake is designed for people who enjoy morning jogs, bicycle rides, picnicking, and shoreline or dock fishing. Non-motorized boating is allowed with a boat ramp, dock, and parking area for trailers. Within the campground adjacent to the lake is a large day-use picnic area with accessible facilities. Besides beautiful scenery, the lake offers many opportunities for wildlife viewing and photography. Hunting activities can be undertaken nearby, but not within this recreation site.</p>
<h2>Facilities</h2>
<p>An accessible, family-friendly paved trail around the lake is designed for people who enjoy morning jogs, bicycle rides, picnicking, and shoreline or dock fishing. Non-motorized boating is allowed with a boat ramp, dock, and parking area for trailers. Within the campground adjacent to the lake is a large day-use picnic area with accessible facilities. Besides beautiful scenery, the lake offers many opportunities for wildlife viewing and photography. Hunting activities can be undertaken nearby, but not within this recreation site.</p>
<h2>Natural Features</h2>
<p>This campground is fully forested with Ponderosa pine, Douglas-fir, grand fir, and spruce.  Trout are stocked in the nearby lake.  Deer, chipmunks, squirrels, and rabbits frequent the campground and waterfowl inhabit the lake and shore.  It is also possible to sight an occasional elk in the nearby area.  Bears and cougars live in the surrounding forest, but rarely enter the campground and bear-proof storage is not required.  Mushroom and berry picking occur seasonally.</p>

<h2>contact_info</h2>
For facility specific information, please call (541) 676-2155.
<h2>Nearby Attractions</h2>
<p>The <a href="https://ohv.morrowcountyparks.org/index.html" rel="nofollow">Morrow County OHV Park</a>  is located 8 miles north of the campground.  Heppner, OR, located 41.5 miles to the north, is the closest town for supplies and gasoline.</p>
<h2>Charges & Cancellations</h2>
<p><strong>Cancelling a Reservation:</strong> Customers may cancel their reservation prior to arrival either online or through the call center. A $10 service fee will be withheld from any refund for a cancellation. Depending on when you cancel in relation to your arrival day, it may be considered a late cancellation (see below).</p>
<p><strong>Individual Campsites: </strong>A customer who cancels a reservation the day before or on the day of arrival will pay a $10.00 service fee AND forfeit the first night's use fee (not to exceed the total paid for the original reservation). Cancellations for a one-night reservation will forfeit the entire amount paid and will not be subject to an additional service fee.</p>
<p><strong>Group Facility (including Cabins and Lookouts):</strong> Customers who cancel a group overnight facility reservation less than 14 days before the arrival date will pay a $10.00 service fee AND forfeit the first night's use fee.</p>

Single sites: Extra $5 fee per vehicle exceeding the two-vehicle-per-site
allowance

Double sites: Site 8, 11, 12, 20, and 26 are $19/night, up to 5 vehicles
allowed

Group sites: Site 10 is $25/night, up to 10 vehicles allowed

*These fees are in addition to the $8 reservation fee in recreation.gov

Dump station is $10.00 per use, paid through fee envelopes on site

Day use and additional vehicle fees must be paid through fee envelopes on
site.

north part of campground, site 27

East entrance

A doe in the campground under conifer trees

Dock in the north part of the campground

wondering into the campground

Day use dock

campsite 11

Bull Prairie Campground (OR)

## Overview

Caretaker's Cabin allows guests to relax in the outdoors at the historic
Fremont Powerhouse site. As one of four cabins located at the site, the cabin
offers flexibility for large groups, like weddings or reunions. Guests can
rent all cabins (see Congo Gulch, Hilltop Hideaway, and Miner's Retreat) and
also pitch tents in the grassy yard. Caretaker’s Cabin sits on a hill beside
Miner’s Retreat and has parking access beside it. The cabin can accommodate up
to 10 guests. Winter access may require skis, snowshoes or snowmobiles. In the
1800s, the North Fork John Day drainage was bustling with gold and silver
mining. Around 1903, local mines began to notice a decline in earnings and
promoted construction of a cheaper power source in an effort to operate the
mines more economically. As a result, the Fremont Powerhouse was constructed
and began operation in 1908. Two dams were constructed at Olive Lake and water
from the lake was piped through an eight-mile-long wood and steel pipeline to
the powerhouse to generate the much-needed electrical power. The Caretaker’s
Cabin house was constructed in the 1930s to shelter workers who monitored the
pipeline for leaks and kept the powerhouse operating. The entire site and
pipeline are listed as an historic district on the National Register of
Historic Places.

## Recreation

Guests can hike on North Fork John Day Wilderness trails or go mountain biking
on forest roads. A drive along the Blue Mountain Scenic Byway is a treat, as
are activities like huckleberry and mushroom picking, bird watching, wildlife
viewing and photographing the vast landscape. Nearby Olive Lake offers
boating, fishing and swimming.

## Facilities

Guests can hike on North Fork John Day Wilderness trails or go mountain biking
on forest roads. A drive along the Blue Mountain Scenic Byway is a treat, as
are activities like huckleberry and mushroom picking, bird watching, wildlife
viewing and photographing the vast landscape. Nearby Olive Lake offers
boating, fishing and swimming.

## Natural Features

Perched on a small rise at about 5,000 feet in elevation, the cabin is set on
a hillside under a large spruce tree. A grassy lawn in front spreads to the
three other cabins in the area. The forest lies in the Blue Mountains and is
home to Ponderosa pine, lodgepole pine, larch and Douglas-fir. Birds in the
area include the black-backed woodpecker, American kestrel and the boreal owl.
Black bear, cougar, wolves, elk and deer are among the native land mammals.
Click here to learn about bear safety.

## Nearby Attractions

The cabin is located less than 6 miles from Granite, Oregon, a ghost town that
once bustled with prospectors and pioneers. The town provides groceries and
fuel. Opportunities for horseback riding are within 10 miles of the cabin.

<h2>Overview</h2>
  
Caretaker's Cabin allows guests to relax in the outdoors at the historic Fremont Powerhouse site.  As one of four cabins located at the site, the cabin offers flexibility for large groups, like weddings or reunions. Guests can rent all cabins (see Congo Gulch, Hilltop Hideaway, and Miner's Retreat) and also pitch tents in the grassy yard. Caretaker’s Cabin sits on a hill beside Miner’s Retreat and has parking access beside it. The cabin can accommodate up to 10 guests. Winter access may require skis, snowshoes or snowmobiles. 
In the 1800s, the North Fork John Day drainage was bustling with gold and silver mining.  Around 1903, local mines began to notice a decline in earnings and promoted construction of a cheaper power source in an effort to operate the mines more economically.  As a result, the Fremont Powerhouse was constructed and began operation in 1908. Two dams were constructed at Olive Lake and water from the lake was piped through an eight-mile-long wood and steel pipeline to the powerhouse to generate the much-needed electrical power. The Caretaker’s Cabin house was constructed in the 1930s to shelter workers who monitored the pipeline for leaks and kept the powerhouse operating.  The entire site and pipeline are listed as an historic district on the National Register of Historic Places. <h2>Recreation</h2>
 Guests can hike on North Fork John Day Wilderness trails or go mountain biking on forest roads. A drive along the Blue Mountain Scenic Byway is a treat, as are activities like huckleberry and mushroom picking, bird watching, wildlife viewing and photographing the vast landscape. Nearby Olive Lake offers boating, fishing and swimming.<h2>Facilities</h2>
 Guests can hike on North Fork John Day Wilderness trails or go mountain biking on forest roads. A drive along the Blue Mountain Scenic Byway is a treat, as are activities like huckleberry and mushroom picking, bird watching, wildlife viewing and photographing the vast landscape. Nearby Olive Lake offers boating, fishing and swimming.<h2>Natural Features</h2>
Perched on a small rise at about 5,000 feet in elevation, the cabin is set on a hillside under a large spruce tree. A grassy lawn in front spreads to the three other cabins in the area. The forest lies in the Blue Mountains and is home to Ponderosa pine, lodgepole pine, larch and Douglas-fir. 
 
Birds in the area include the black-backed woodpecker, American kestrel and the boreal owl. Black bear, cougar, wolves, elk and deer are among the native land mammals. Click here to learn about bear safety.
<h2>Nearby Attractions</h2>
The cabin is located less than 6 miles from Granite, Oregon, a ghost town that once bustled with prospectors and pioneers. The town provides groceries and fuel. Opportunities for horseback riding are within 10 miles of the cabin.

White, two-story house on a grassy hill next to a fir forest.

CARETAKERS CABIN

Caretakers Cabin

## Overview

Clearwater Big House gives the feel of a winter chalet hideaway, even during
the warmest months of the summer. Hiking, horseback riding and scenic drives
abound, delighting guests year after year. The Clearwater Lookout Tower is a
mile away. The tower is not open, but the area is nice for scenic views.  
  
An old trapper cabin was located at the current site and was later used as a
ranger station. From 1928-29, a ranger built a three-room house and by 1933,
the Civilian Conservation Corps was tasked with building a barn, warehouse,
outhouse and garage.  
  
In winter, the cabin is well-suited for snowmobiling and cross country skiing
on groomed snowmobile trails. These modes of over-snow transportation are
required for winter access to the cabin.

## Recreation

The cabin provides nearby access to hiking and horseback riding trails that
lead to Teal Springs and the lush Tucannon River Drainage. The scenic drive
along the Tucannon River Drainage to Sunset Point is also a recommended
activity.  
  
  
In winter, snowmobiling, cross country skiing and snowshoeing trails are right
out your front door.

## Facilities

The cabin provides nearby access to hiking and horseback riding trails that
lead to Teal Springs and the lush Tucannon River Drainage. The scenic drive
along the Tucannon River Drainage to Sunset Point is also a recommended
activity.  
  
  
In winter, snowmobiling, cross country skiing and snowshoeing trails are right
out your front door.

## Natural Features

Set on a gently rolling slope at an elevation of 5,600 feet, the cabin is
nestled in a clearing dotted with young Christmas trees. The Wenaha-Tucannon
Wilderness is nearby, stretching across the northern Blue Mountains of
southeastern Washington and northeastern Oregon.  
  
The mountain slopes are carpeted with bunchgrass, lodgepole pine and subalpine
fir. An array of wildlife, including Rocky Mountain Elk, bighorn sheep, white-
tailed and mule deer, black bears, cougars and coyotes, may be spotted.

## Nearby Attractions

The nearest general stores and gas stations are in Pomeroy, a 40-minute drive
from the cabin.

## Charges & Cancellations

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

<h2>Overview</h2>
Clearwater Big House gives the feel of a winter chalet hideaway, even during the warmest months of the summer. Hiking, horseback riding and scenic drives abound, delighting guests year after year. The Clearwater Lookout Tower is a mile away. The tower is not open, but the area is nice for scenic views. 
<br/><br/>
An old trapper cabin was located at the current site and was later used as a ranger station. From 1928-29, a ranger built a three-room house and by 1933, the Civilian Conservation Corps was tasked with building a barn, warehouse, outhouse and garage. 
<br/><br/>
In winter, the cabin is well-suited for snowmobiling and cross country skiing on groomed snowmobile trails. These modes of over-snow transportation are required for winter access to the cabin.<h2>Recreation</h2>
<p>The cabin provides nearby access to hiking and horseback riding trails that lead to Teal Springs and the lush Tucannon River Drainage. The scenic drive along the Tucannon River Drainage to Sunset Point is also a recommended activity.<br><br><br>In winter, snowmobiling, cross country skiing and snowshoeing trails are right out your front door.</p>
<h2>Facilities</h2>
<p>The cabin provides nearby access to hiking and horseback riding trails that lead to Teal Springs and the lush Tucannon River Drainage. The scenic drive along the Tucannon River Drainage to Sunset Point is also a recommended activity.<br><br><br>In winter, snowmobiling, cross country skiing and snowshoeing trails are right out your front door.</p>
<h2>Natural Features</h2>
Set on a gently rolling slope at an elevation of 5,600 feet, the cabin is nestled in a clearing dotted with young Christmas trees. The Wenaha-Tucannon Wilderness is nearby, stretching across the northern Blue Mountains of southeastern Washington and northeastern Oregon. 
<br/><br/>
The mountain slopes are carpeted with bunchgrass, lodgepole pine and subalpine fir. An array of wildlife, including Rocky Mountain Elk, bighorn sheep, white-tailed and mule deer, black bears, cougars and coyotes, may be spotted. 
<h2>Nearby Attractions</h2>
The nearest general stores and gas stations are in Pomeroy, a 40-minute drive from the cabin. 
<h2>Charges & Cancellations</h2>
<p>For Changes & Cancellation Fees, please see Rules & Reservation Policies.</p>

CBH 8

CBH 2

Brown house with dormer roof and green window trim on a grassy hill with conifer trees and clouds in the background.

CBH 6

CBH 5

CBH 4

CBH 1

CBH 3

CBH 7

White house with dormer roof on a grassy hill with conifer trees.

Clearwater Big House

## Overview

Clearwater Lookout Cabin is a single story, wood frame structure constructed
in 1935. It is tucked at the base of the Clearwater Lookout tower, a 94-foot
steel tower constructed by the Civil Conservation Corps in 1933. Through the
years, the tower has been used as a landmark by the public and employees of
the Forest Service. The tower is no longer manned during fire season, but it
is used on occasion during extreme fire conditions. The tower is closed to
public access, but the rental cabin is open year-round. The cabin is located
about 25 miles south of Pomeroy, Washington in the Umatilla National Forest.
Access by car is from June 1 to October 31 weather permitting. In winter,
access is limited to cross country skis, snowshoes or snowmobile.

## Recreation

Horseback riding and hiking trails can be accessed from the cabin. During
spring and summer, guests can enjoy a short and scenic drive along the
Tucannon River to Sunset Point. Mushroom and berry picking may also entertain
guests. At night, guests enjoy gazing up at the star-filled sky.  
  
Winter brings avid snowmobilers and skiers to explore its groomed trails.

## Facilities

Horseback riding and hiking trails can be accessed from the cabin. During
spring and summer, guests can enjoy a short and scenic drive along the
Tucannon River to Sunset Point. Mushroom and berry picking may also entertain
guests. At night, guests enjoy gazing up at the star-filled sky.  
  
Winter brings avid snowmobilers and skiers to explore its groomed trails.

## Natural Features

Perched at 5,600 feet elevation, Clearwater Lookout Cabin offers panoramic
views of the expansive Wenaha-Tucannon Wilderness, from sunrise to sunset.  
  
The rugged landscape of the wilderness stretches across the northern Blue
Mountains of southeastern Washington and northeastern Oregon. The mountain
slopes are carpeted with bunchgrass, lodgepole pine and subalpine fir.  
  
An array of wildlife, including Rocky Mountain Elk, bighorn sheep, white-
tailed and mule deer, black bears, cougars and coyotes may be spotted.

## Nearby Attractions

The nearest general stores and gas stations are in Pomeroy, a 40-minute drive
from the cabin.

## Charges & Cancellations

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

<h2>Overview</h2>
Clearwater Lookout Cabin is a single story, wood frame structure constructed in 1935. It is tucked at the base of the Clearwater Lookout tower, a 94-foot steel tower constructed by the Civil Conservation Corps in 1933. Through the years, the tower has been used as a landmark by the public and employees of the Forest Service. The tower is no longer manned during fire season, but it is used on occasion during extreme fire conditions. The tower is closed to public access, but the rental cabin is open year-round.
  
The cabin is located about 25 miles south of Pomeroy, Washington in the Umatilla National Forest. Access by car is from June 1 to October 31 weather permitting. In winter, access is limited to cross country skis, snowshoes or snowmobile.<h2>Recreation</h2>
Horseback riding and hiking trails can be accessed from the cabin. During spring and summer, guests can enjoy a short and scenic drive along the Tucannon River to Sunset Point. Mushroom and berry picking may also entertain guests. At night, guests enjoy gazing up at the star-filled sky.
<br/><br/>
Winter brings avid snowmobilers and skiers to explore its groomed trails. <h2>Facilities</h2>
Horseback riding and hiking trails can be accessed from the cabin. During spring and summer, guests can enjoy a short and scenic drive along the Tucannon River to Sunset Point. Mushroom and berry picking may also entertain guests. At night, guests enjoy gazing up at the star-filled sky.
<br/><br/>
Winter brings avid snowmobilers and skiers to explore its groomed trails. <h2>Natural Features</h2>
Perched at 5,600 feet elevation, Clearwater Lookout Cabin offers panoramic views of the expansive Wenaha-Tucannon Wilderness, from sunrise to sunset.
<br/><br/>
The rugged landscape of the wilderness stretches across the northern Blue Mountains of southeastern Washington and northeastern Oregon. The mountain slopes are carpeted with bunchgrass, lodgepole pine and subalpine fir.
<br/><br/>
An array of wildlife, including Rocky Mountain Elk, bighorn sheep, white-tailed and mule deer, black bears, cougars and coyotes may be spotted.  
<h2>Nearby Attractions</h2>
The nearest general stores and gas stations are in Pomeroy, a 40-minute drive from the cabin. <h2>Charges & Cancellations</h2>
<p>For Reservation Changes & Cancellation Fees, please see Rules & Reservation Policies.</p>

Clearwater LO 3

Clearwater LO 4

Clearwater LO 1

Small brown cabin on grassy hill with conifer trees and stratocumulus clouds.

Small cabin on a grassy hill.

View from inside the bedroom looking towards the kitchen.

Lookout Bedroom

Cabin Kitchen

Looking inside bedroom of the lookout. Propane heat stove replaced June 2023.

Another view inside bedroom

Small cabin located at the base of an unmanned Lookout Tower

Clearwater Lookout Cabin

Provided cleaning supplies area in lookout cabin kitchen. Water is not provided.

Cleaning Supplies

The kitchen table and photographs taken on the district.

Kitchen Table

Clearwater LO in spring

## Overview

Congo Gulch is an old Forest Service cabin that allows guests to relax in the
outdoors and step back in time to when the cabin was used during bygone gold
mining days. It is part of the Fremont Powerhouse complex, a hub for mining
built in the early 1900s. As one of four cabins located at the site, the cabin
offers flexibility for large groups. Guests can rent all cabins and also pitch
tents in the grassy yard. The surrounding valleys once teemed with mining
activity, primarily gold. The Fremont Powerhouse was built in 1908 as an
economical method for mining. Two dams were constructed at Olive Lake, and
water from the lake was piped through an 8-mile wood and steel pipeline to the
powerhouse to generate electricity. Homes were constructed to shelter workers
who monitored the pipeline. Today, these same shelters are available as
recreational rentals. Congo Gulch is named for the small creek that runs
beside the property. Winter access may require skis, snowshoes or snowmobiles.

## Recreation

Guests can hike on North Fork John Day Wilderness Area trails or go mountain
biking on forest roads. A drive along the Blue Mountain Scenic Byway is a
treat, as are activities like huckleberry and mushroom picking, bird watching,
wildlife viewing and photographing the vast landscape. Nearby Olive Lake
offers boating, fishing and swimming.

## Facilities

Guests can hike on North Fork John Day Wilderness Area trails or go mountain
biking on forest roads. A drive along the Blue Mountain Scenic Byway is a
treat, as are activities like huckleberry and mushroom picking, bird watching,
wildlife viewing and photographing the vast landscape. Nearby Olive Lake
offers boating, fishing and swimming.

## Natural Features

The cabin sits at about 5,000 feet in elevation and is neatly tucked under a
large Douglas-fir, next to a small pond. A grassy lawn in front spreads to the
other three cabins in the area. The forest lies in the Blue Mountains and is
home to Ponderosa pine lodgepole pine, larch, and Douglas fir. Birds in the
area include the black-backed woodpecker, American kestrel and the boreal owl.
Black bear, cougar, wolves, elk and deer are among the native land mammals.
Click here to learn about bear safety.

## Nearby Attractions

The cabin is located less than six miles from Granite, Oregon, a ghost town
that once bustled with prospectors and pioneers. The town provides groceries
and fuel. Opportunities for horseback riding and a boat ramp, boating,
fishing, and swimming are located within ten miles from the cabin.

<h2>Overview</h2>
Congo Gulch is an old Forest Service cabin that allows guests to relax in the outdoors and step back in time to when the cabin was used during bygone gold mining days. It is part of the Fremont Powerhouse complex, a hub for mining built in the early 1900s. As one of four cabins located at the site, the cabin offers flexibility for large groups. Guests can rent all cabins and also pitch tents in the grassy yard. 
  
The surrounding valleys once teemed with mining activity, primarily gold. The Fremont Powerhouse was built in 1908 as an economical method for mining. Two dams were constructed at Olive Lake, and water from the lake was piped through an 8-mile wood and steel pipeline to the powerhouse to generate electricity. Homes were constructed to shelter workers who monitored the pipeline. Today, these same shelters are available as recreational rentals.
  
Congo Gulch is named for the small creek that runs beside the property. Winter access may require skis, snowshoes or snowmobiles.<h2>Recreation</h2>
Guests can hike on North Fork John Day Wilderness Area trails or go mountain biking on forest roads. A drive along the Blue Mountain Scenic Byway is a treat, as are activities like huckleberry and mushroom picking, bird watching, wildlife viewing and photographing the vast landscape. Nearby Olive Lake offers boating, fishing and swimming.<h2>Facilities</h2>
Guests can hike on North Fork John Day Wilderness Area trails or go mountain biking on forest roads. A drive along the Blue Mountain Scenic Byway is a treat, as are activities like huckleberry and mushroom picking, bird watching, wildlife viewing and photographing the vast landscape. Nearby Olive Lake offers boating, fishing and swimming.<h2>Natural Features</h2>
The cabin sits at about 5,000 feet in elevation and is neatly tucked under a large Douglas-fir, next to a small pond. A grassy lawn in front spreads to the other three cabins in the area. The forest lies in the Blue Mountains and is home to Ponderosa pine lodgepole pine, larch, and Douglas fir. 
 
Birds in the area include the black-backed woodpecker, American kestrel and the boreal owl. Black bear, cougar, wolves, elk and deer are among the native land mammals. Click here to learn about bear safety.
<h2>Nearby Attractions</h2>
The cabin is located less than six miles from Granite, Oregon, a ghost town that once bustled with prospectors and pioneers. The town provides groceries and fuel. Opportunities for horseback riding and a boat ramp, boating, fishing, and swimming are located within ten miles from the cabin.

White house on flat green grass between a conifer covered hill and a small pond with a dock.

CONGO GULCH

Congo Gulch

## Overview

Ditch Creek Guard Station, located about 27 miles southeast of Heppner,
Oregon, is a comfortable little cabin that accommodates six overnight guests,
with additional space for tent camping outside. Equestrian campers are welcome
and a corral with trough is provided.  
  
The guard station was originally built by the Civilian Conservation Corps in
the mid-1930s. It is a classic example of forest structures of that era and is
eligible for inclusion in the National Register of Historic Places. It was
used by forest fireguards who would ride their horses deep into the forest’s
interior to look for wisps of smoke from lightning strikes or to check on
communications lines along Forest Service roads. It became a recreation rental
in 1997.

## Recreation

The route to the cabin is located off the Blue Mountain Scenic Byway, which
boasts incredible views. Over 26 miles of hiking and horseback riding trails,
ranging between 4,100 and 5,300 feet in elevation, traverse forests and
meadows throughout the Heppner Ranger District. Fishing opportunities abound
in nearby streams, Penland Lake, and Bull Prairie Lake. Other activities
include hunting for deer and elk, mushroom and berry picking, wildlife
viewing, and enjoying the scenic landscape.

## Facilities

The route to the cabin is located off the Blue Mountain Scenic Byway, which
boasts incredible views. Over 26 miles of hiking and horseback riding trails,
ranging between 4,100 and 5,300 feet in elevation, traverse forests and
meadows throughout the Heppner Ranger District. Fishing opportunities abound
in nearby streams, Penland Lake, and Bull Prairie Lake. Other activities
include hunting for deer and elk, mushroom and berry picking, wildlife
viewing, and enjoying the scenic landscape.

## Natural Features

The cabin sits near Ditch Creek on a large, flat lawn surrounded by a dense
pine forest at an elevation of 4,800 feet. The creek is one of numerous small
perennial streams that flow south into the North Fork John Day River. There is
a small pond adjacent that is also stocked with fish. Deer and elk are likely
to be seen in the area, and as evening falls, guests can watch bats flit and
swoop above the yard.

## Nearby Attractions

The nearest town with a general store is Heppner, a 27 mile, 40-minute drive
away, although ice and some food options are available at the Morrow County
OHV park 30 miles or 37 minutes away.

<h2>Overview</h2>
<p>Ditch Creek Guard Station, located about 27 miles southeast of Heppner, Oregon, is a comfortable little cabin that accommodates six overnight guests, with additional space for tent camping outside. Equestrian campers are welcome and a corral with trough is provided. <br> <br>The guard station was originally built by the Civilian Conservation Corps in the mid-1930s. It is a classic example of forest structures of that era and is eligible for inclusion in the National Register of Historic Places. It was used by forest fireguards who would ride their horses deep into the forest’s interior to look for wisps of smoke from lightning strikes or to check on communications lines along Forest Service roads. It became a recreation rental in 1997.</p>
<h2>Recreation</h2>
<p>The route to the cabin is located off the Blue Mountain Scenic Byway, which boasts incredible views. Over 26 miles of hiking and horseback riding trails, ranging between 4,100 and 5,300 feet in elevation, traverse forests and meadows throughout the Heppner Ranger District. Fishing opportunities abound in nearby streams, Penland Lake, and Bull Prairie Lake. Other activities include hunting for deer and elk, mushroom and berry picking, wildlife viewing, and enjoying the scenic landscape.</p>
<h2>Facilities</h2>
<p>The route to the cabin is located off the Blue Mountain Scenic Byway, which boasts incredible views. Over 26 miles of hiking and horseback riding trails, ranging between 4,100 and 5,300 feet in elevation, traverse forests and meadows throughout the Heppner Ranger District. Fishing opportunities abound in nearby streams, Penland Lake, and Bull Prairie Lake. Other activities include hunting for deer and elk, mushroom and berry picking, wildlife viewing, and enjoying the scenic landscape.</p>
<h2>Natural Features</h2>
  
The cabin sits near Ditch Creek on a large, flat lawn surrounded by a dense pine forest at an elevation of 4,800 feet. The creek is one of numerous small perennial streams that flow south into the North Fork John Day River. There is a small pond adjacent that is also stocked with fish.
 
Deer and elk are likely to be seen in the area, and as evening falls, guests can watch bats flit and swoop above the yard. 
<h2>Nearby Attractions</h2>
<p>The nearest town with a general store is Heppner, a 27 mile, 40-minute drive away, although ice and some food options are available at the Morrow County OHV park 30 miles or 37 minutes away.</p>

DITCH CREEK GUARD STATION CAB

White cabin in meadow with rail fence and pine trees

DITCH CREEK GUARD STATION

Ditch Creek Cabin

Closing for winter

Comforts of home

Ditch Creek Guard Station Cab

## Overview

Fry Meadows Guard Station offers the peaceful solitude of a remote nature-
lover's paradise just south of the Wenaha-Tucannon Wilderness and west of the
Grande Ronde Wild and Scenic River. The surrounding area is steeped with
native history and culture as it was once home to the Nez Perce, Umatilla,
Walla Walla and Cayuse Indians. This site was originally established as a
ranger station before 1908, part of the former Wenaha National Forest. The
existing cabin was constructed in 1935 by the Civilian Conservation Corps and
was used as a remote guard station until about 1980. The two-room cabin
provides a pleasant escape for up to six guests. Additional guests may pitch a
tent in the yard. Pets are welcome but must be leashed and outside

## Recreation

The Wenaha-Tucannon Wilderness offers more than 200 miles of managed trails
for hiking and horseback riding in summer. The Grande Ronde Wild and Scenic
River offers float boating, salmon and steelhead fishing. Hunting is available
nearby.  
  
Seasonal mushroom and berry picking can also be enjoyed. Huckleberries,
blackberries and morel mushrooms are among the edible picks.

## Facilities

The Wenaha-Tucannon Wilderness offers more than 200 miles of managed trails
for hiking and horseback riding in summer. The Grande Ronde Wild and Scenic
River offers float boating, salmon and steelhead fishing. Hunting is available
nearby.  
  
Seasonal mushroom and berry picking can also be enjoyed. Huckleberries,
blackberries and morel mushrooms are among the edible picks.

## Natural Features

Tucked beneath the shady canopy of towering spruce and fir, the guard station
sits at the edge of an expansive meadow of grasses and wildflowers, such as
lupine, larkspur, monkey flower and orchid.  
  
As the afternoon slides into evening, deer and elk come out to graze. Hawks
perch in treetops or glide over the meadow, scanning the grass for field mice
and other critters. In the morning, many varieties of birds, including
flycatchers, hummingbirds, swallows, chickadees, creepers, wrens, kinglets,
thrushes, sparrows, warblers, tanagers and finches, greet the day.

## Nearby Attractions

This site is located about 25 miles northeast of Elgin, Oregon, which offers
general stores and gas stations.

<h2>Overview</h2>
Fry Meadows Guard Station offers the peaceful solitude of a remote nature-lover's paradise just south of the Wenaha-Tucannon Wilderness and west of the Grande Ronde Wild and Scenic River. The surrounding area is steeped with native history and culture as it was once home to the Nez Perce, Umatilla, Walla Walla and Cayuse Indians. 
  
This site was originally established as a ranger station before 1908, part of the former Wenaha National Forest. The existing cabin was constructed in 1935 by the Civilian Conservation Corps and was used as a remote guard station until about 1980. The two-room cabin provides a pleasant escape for up to six guests. Additional guests may pitch a tent in the yard. Pets are welcome but must be leashed and outside
  <h2>Recreation</h2>
The Wenaha-Tucannon Wilderness offers more than 200 miles of managed trails for hiking and horseback riding in summer. The Grande Ronde Wild and Scenic River offers float boating, salmon and steelhead fishing. Hunting is available nearby. 
<br/><br/>
Seasonal mushroom and berry picking can also be enjoyed. Huckleberries, blackberries and morel mushrooms are among the edible picks.<h2>Facilities</h2>
The Wenaha-Tucannon Wilderness offers more than 200 miles of managed trails for hiking and horseback riding in summer. The Grande Ronde Wild and Scenic River offers float boating, salmon and steelhead fishing. Hunting is available nearby. 
<br/><br/>
Seasonal mushroom and berry picking can also be enjoyed. Huckleberries, blackberries and morel mushrooms are among the edible picks.<h2>Natural Features</h2>
Tucked beneath the shady canopy of towering spruce and fir, the guard station sits at the edge of an expansive meadow of grasses and wildflowers, such as lupine, larkspur, monkey flower and orchid. 
<br/><br/>
As the afternoon slides into evening, deer and elk come out to graze. Hawks perch in treetops or glide over the meadow, scanning the grass for field mice and other critters. In the morning, many varieties of birds, including flycatchers, hummingbirds, swallows, chickadees, creepers, wrens, kinglets, thrushes, sparrows, warblers, tanagers and finches, greet the day.
<h2>Nearby Attractions</h2>
This site is located about 25 miles northeast of Elgin, Oregon, which offers general stores and gas stations.

FRY MEADOWS

FRY MEADOWS GUARD STATION

Fry Meadows Guard Station

## Overview

Godman Guard Station, built in the 1930s, sits just outside the impressive
Wenaha-Tucannon Wilderness. The complex is adjacent to a historic Civilian
Conservation Corps campground. Horseback riding and hiking trails into the
wilderness are easily accessed from the cabin. Horses are permitted in the
area, however, due to sanitary reasons, horses are not allowed near the guard
station. Horses may be tied to the barn’s hitching rails located about 200
yards up the hill. The barn cannot be used by renters, just the hitching rails
and feed bunks. Winter access is by snowmobile, snowshoes or cross country
skis. A groomed snowmobile trail passes right by the cabin.

## Recreation

Guests will delight in viewing scenery along Skyline Drive Road and the
Wenaha-Tucannon Wilderness. During the summer months, horseback riding or
hiking in the wilderness are popular pastimes. Many trails descend into the
rugged river canyons and offer fishing opportunities. Check with the
appropriate state Department of Fish and Wildlife for regulations. The Godman
Trailhead can be accessed from the cabin. In winter, campers enjoy
snowmobiling on groomed trails, snowshoeing and cross-country skiing.

## Facilities

Guests will delight in viewing scenery along Skyline Drive Road and the
Wenaha-Tucannon Wilderness. During the summer months, horseback riding or
hiking in the wilderness are popular pastimes. Many trails descend into the
rugged river canyons and offer fishing opportunities. Check with the
appropriate state Department of Fish and Wildlife for regulations. The Godman
Trailhead can be accessed from the cabin. In winter, campers enjoy
snowmobiling on groomed trails, snowshoeing and cross-country skiing.

## Natural Features

Godman Guard Station is perched above the Wenaha-Tucannon Wilderness at an
elevation of 5,600 feet. From a barn about 100 yards up the hill from the
cabin, expansive views of the wilderness can be seen. The wilderness includes
nearly 180,000 acres of rugged basaltic ridges, steep canyons, rushing rivers
and their tributaries and abundant wildlife. Rocky Mountain Elk, bighorn
sheep, white-tailed and mule deer, black bears, cougars, coyotes and pine
martens inhabit the region.

## Nearby Attractions

The cabin is 28 miles or a one-hour drive from Dayton. Groceries and fuel are
available. The Tucannon Last Resort Store is also about an hour's drive away.

## Charges & Cancellations

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

<h2>Overview</h2>
Godman Guard Station, built in the 1930s, sits just outside the impressive Wenaha-Tucannon Wilderness. The complex is adjacent to a historic Civilian Conservation Corps campground. Horseback riding and hiking trails into the wilderness are easily accessed from the cabin.
  Horses are permitted in the area, however, due to sanitary reasons, horses are not allowed near the guard station. Horses may be tied to the barn’s hitching rails located about 200 yards up the hill. The barn cannot be used by renters, just the hitching rails and feed bunks.  
Winter access is by snowmobile, snowshoes or cross country skis.  A groomed snowmobile trail passes right by the cabin.<h2>Recreation</h2>
Guests will delight in viewing scenery along Skyline Drive Road and the Wenaha-Tucannon Wilderness. During the summer months, horseback riding or hiking in the wilderness are popular pastimes. Many trails descend into the rugged river canyons and offer fishing opportunities.  Check with the appropriate state Department of Fish and Wildlife for regulations. The Godman Trailhead can be accessed from the cabin. 
  
In winter, campers enjoy snowmobiling on groomed trails, snowshoeing and cross-country skiing.  <h2>Facilities</h2>
Guests will delight in viewing scenery along Skyline Drive Road and the Wenaha-Tucannon Wilderness. During the summer months, horseback riding or hiking in the wilderness are popular pastimes. Many trails descend into the rugged river canyons and offer fishing opportunities.  Check with the appropriate state Department of Fish and Wildlife for regulations. The Godman Trailhead can be accessed from the cabin. 
  
In winter, campers enjoy snowmobiling on groomed trails, snowshoeing and cross-country skiing.  <h2>Natural Features</h2>
Godman Guard Station is perched above the Wenaha-Tucannon Wilderness at an elevation of 5,600 feet. From a barn about 100 yards up the hill from the cabin, expansive views of the wilderness can be seen. The wilderness includes nearly 180,000 acres of rugged basaltic ridges, steep canyons, rushing rivers and their tributaries and abundant wildlife. 
  
Rocky Mountain Elk, bighorn sheep, white-tailed and mule deer, black bears, cougars, coyotes and pine martens inhabit the region.
<h2>Nearby Attractions</h2>
The cabin is 28 miles or a one-hour drive from Dayton. Groceries and fuel are available. The Tucannon Last Resort Store is also about an hour's drive away.  <h2>Charges & Cancellations</h2>
<p>For Reservation Changes & Cancellation Fees, please see Rules & Reservation Policies.</p>

GODMAN GUARD STATION

Sunlit white cabin with shutters closed, gray trim and six steps up.

The kitchen includes a stove and refrigerator.

Godman Kitchen

Living room from front door

The downstairs bedroom features two bunk beds

Downstairs Bedroom

Godman Living Room

There are a total of 4 single beds upstairs.

Upstairs Bedroom

Kitchen

Kitchen view from front door

Upstairs

There are a total of 4 single beds upstairs

Upstairs bedroom

Godman

View into kitchen

Kitchen sink

View towards front door

Upstairs landing

Godman Guard Station

## Overview

Hilltop Hideaway is a 1930's era cabin that allows guests to relax in the
outdoors and step back in time to the bygone gold mining days. Hilltop
Hideaway is part of the Fremont Powerhouse complex, a hub for mining built in
the early 1900s. It is one of four cabins located at the site near the town of
Granite, and provides great flexibility for larger groups. The surrounding
valleys once teemed with mining activity, primarily gold. The Fremont
Powerhouse was built as an economical power source for mining. Two dams were
constructed at Olive Lake and the water was piped through an 8-mile wood and
steel pipeline to the powerhouse to generate electricity. Homes were
constructed to shelter workers who monitored the pipeline. Today, these same
homes are available for the public to enjoy. Hilltop Hideaway is the cabin
farthest uphill from the Fremont Powerhouse. Winter access may require skis,
snowshoes or snowmobiles. Click here for a virtual tour of the area.

## Recreation

Guests can hike on trails into the North Fork John Day Wilderness or go
mountain biking on forest roads. A drive along the Blue Mountain Scenic Byway
is a treat, as are other activities like huckleberry and mushroom picking,
bird watching, wildlife viewing and photographing the vast landscape. Nearby
Olive Lake offers boating, fishing and swimming.

## Facilities

Guests can hike on trails into the North Fork John Day Wilderness or go
mountain biking on forest roads. A drive along the Blue Mountain Scenic Byway
is a treat, as are other activities like huckleberry and mushroom picking,
bird watching, wildlife viewing and photographing the vast landscape. Nearby
Olive Lake offers boating, fishing and swimming.

## Natural Features

The cabin sits at an elevation of about 5,000 feet, on a hillside overlooking
the expansive Umatilla National Forest near the North Fork John Day
Wilderness. A grassy lawn in front leads to the other three cabins in the
area. The forest lies in the Blue Mountains and is home to Ponderosa pine and
Douglas fir. Birds in the area include the black-backed woodpecker, American
kestrel and the Boreal owl. Black bear, cougar, wolves, elk and deer are among
the native land mammals. Click here to learn about bear safety.

## Nearby Attractions

The cabin is located less than 6 miles from Granite, Oregon, a ghost town that
once bustled with prospectors and pioneers. The town provides groceries and
fuel.

<h2>Overview</h2>
<p>Hilltop Hideaway is a 1930's era cabin that allows guests to relax in the outdoors and step back in time to the bygone gold mining days. Hilltop Hideaway is part of the Fremont Powerhouse complex, a hub for mining built in the early 1900s. It is one of four cabins located at the site near the town of Granite, and provides great flexibility for larger groups. The surrounding valleys once teemed with mining activity, primarily gold. The Fremont Powerhouse was built as an economical power source for mining. Two dams were constructed at Olive Lake and the water was piped through an 8-mile wood and steel pipeline to the powerhouse to generate electricity. Homes were constructed to shelter workers who monitored the pipeline. Today, these same homes are available for the public to enjoy. Hilltop Hideaway is the cabin farthest uphill from the Fremont Powerhouse. Winter access may require skis, snowshoes or snowmobiles. Click here for a virtual tour of the area.</p>
<h2>Recreation</h2>
<p>Guests can hike on trails into the North Fork John Day Wilderness or go mountain biking on forest roads. A drive along the Blue Mountain Scenic Byway is a treat, as are other activities like huckleberry and mushroom picking, bird watching, wildlife viewing and photographing the vast landscape. Nearby Olive Lake offers boating, fishing and swimming.</p>
<h2>Facilities</h2>
<p>Guests can hike on trails into the North Fork John Day Wilderness or go mountain biking on forest roads. A drive along the Blue Mountain Scenic Byway is a treat, as are other activities like huckleberry and mushroom picking, bird watching, wildlife viewing and photographing the vast landscape. Nearby Olive Lake offers boating, fishing and swimming.</p>
<h2>Natural Features</h2>
<p>The cabin sits at an elevation of about 5,000 feet, on a hillside overlooking the expansive Umatilla National Forest near the North Fork John Day Wilderness. A grassy lawn in front leads to the other three cabins in the area. The forest lies in the Blue Mountains and is home to Ponderosa pine and Douglas fir. Birds in the area include the black-backed woodpecker, American kestrel and the Boreal owl. Black bear, cougar, wolves, elk and deer are among the native land mammals. Click here to learn about bear safety.</p>

<h2>Nearby Attractions</h2>
<p>The cabin is located less than 6 miles from Granite, Oregon, a ghost town that once bustled with prospectors and pioneers. The town provides groceries and fuel.</p>

Bird's eye view of the campground

Hilltop Hideaway - Umatilla NF (OR)

## Overview

This high elevation, spruce fir surrounded campground is the largest and most
popular campground on the Umatilla National Forest. Jubilee Lake is nestled
among the trees and the lake provides a beautiful setting for day-use as well
as camping. This site is known for good fishing and swimming and is a
wonderful way to escape the summer heat.

Jubilee Lake campground offers a variety of recreational actitivies for
visitors of all abilities, including fishing and hiking trails.

## Recreation

Jubilee Lake campground offers a variety of recreational actitivies for
visitors of all abilities, including fishing, crawfishing, a 2.8 mile hiking
trail, boating (non-motorized or electric trolling motor only), and wildlife
viewing.

## Facilities

Jubilee Lake campground offers a variety of recreational actitivies for
visitors of all abilities, including fishing, crawfishing, a 2.8 mile hiking
trail, boating (non-motorized or electric trolling motor only), and wildlife
viewing.

## Natural Features

The Umatilla National Forest is located in the Blue Mountains of southeast
Washington and northeast Oregon and offers a vast selection of majestic
scenery and recreational opportunities. It covers 1.4 million acres of diverse
landscapes and plant communities. The Forest has some mountainous terrain, but
most of the Forest consists of v-shaped valleys separated by narrow ridges or
plateaus. The landscape also includes heavily timbered slopes, grassland
ridges and benches, and bold basalt outcroppings. Elevations range from 1,600
to 8,000 feet above sea level. Changes in weather are common, but summers are
generally warm and dry with cool evenings. Cold, snowy winters and mild
temperatures during spring and fall can be expected.

## Nearby Attractions

The unincorporated town of Tollgate is located 11.5 miles southwest of the
campground. It has a store/resteraunt with gas being available. The 177,423
acre Wenaha-Tucannon Wilderness Area is accessable, via the Timothy Springs
Trailhead, 7.8 miles northeast of the campground.

<h2>Overview</h2>
<p>This high elevation, spruce fir surrounded campground is the largest and most popular campground on the Umatilla National Forest. Jubilee Lake is nestled among the trees and the lake provides a beautiful setting for day-use as well as camping. This site is known for good fishing and swimming and is a wonderful way to escape the summer heat.</p>

<p>Jubilee Lake campground offers a variety of recreational actitivies for visitors of all abilities, including fishing and hiking trails.</p>

<h2>Recreation</h2>
<p>Jubilee Lake campground offers a variety of recreational actitivies for visitors of all abilities, including fishing, crawfishing, a 2.8 mile hiking trail, boating (non-motorized or electric trolling motor only), and wildlife viewing.</p>
<h2>Facilities</h2>
<p>Jubilee Lake campground offers a variety of recreational actitivies for visitors of all abilities, including fishing, crawfishing, a 2.8 mile hiking trail, boating (non-motorized or electric trolling motor only), and wildlife viewing.</p>
<h2>Natural Features</h2>
<p>The Umatilla National Forest is located in the Blue Mountains of southeast Washington and northeast Oregon and offers a vast selection of majestic scenery and recreational opportunities. It covers 1.4 million acres of diverse landscapes and plant communities. The Forest has some mountainous terrain, but most of the Forest consists of v-shaped valleys separated by narrow ridges or plateaus. The landscape also includes heavily timbered slopes, grassland ridges and benches, and bold basalt outcroppings. Elevations range from 1,600 to 8,000 feet above sea level. Changes in weather are common, but summers are generally warm and dry with cool evenings. Cold, snowy winters and mild temperatures during spring and fall can be expected.</p>

<h2>Nearby Attractions</h2>
<p>The unincorporated town of Tollgate is located 11.5 miles southwest of the campground. It has a store/resteraunt with gas being available. The 177,423 acre Wenaha-Tucannon Wilderness Area is accessable, via the Timothy Springs Trailhead, 7.8 miles northeast of the campground.</p>

Jubilee Lake E of boat launch

Jubilee Lake showing water, trees blue skies.

Jubilee Lake Aerial

Jubilee Lake showing water, shoreline, grass, trees and a blue sky.

Jubilee Lake SE view of launch towards day use point @ site 13-14

Jubilee Lake SE launch

Jubilee Lake Boat Launch

Jubilee Lake Boat Launch close up

Jubilee Lake Boat Dock

Map of Jubilee Lake Campground

Looking back at day use point @ site 13-14

Jubilee Lake across spillway

Jubilee Lake Campground (OR)

## Overview

Miner's Retreat is an old Forest Service cabin that allows guests to relax in
the outdoors and also step back in time to when the cabin was used during the
bygone gold mining days. Miner's Retreat is part of the Fremont Powerhouse
complex, a hub for mining built in the early 1900s. It is one of four cabins
located at the site near the town of Granite, and provides great flexibility
for larger groups.  
  
The surrounding valleys once teemed with mining activity, primarily gold. The
Fremont Powerhouse was built in 1908 as an economical method for mining. Two
dams were constructed at Olive Lake, and water from the lake was piped through
an 8-mile wood and steel pipeline to the powerhouse to generate electricity.
Homes were constructed to shelter workers who monitored the pipeline. Today,
these same shelters are where visitors can stay overnight.  
  
The cabin is uphill from the Fremont Powerhouse, flanked by Caretakers Cabin
and Hilltop Hideaway. Winter access may require skis, snowshoes or
snowmobiles.  
  
Click here for a virtual tour of the area.

## Recreation

Guests can hike on trails into the North Fork John Day Wilderness or go
mountain biking on forest roads. A drive along the Blue Mountain Scenic Byway
is a treat, as are other activities like huckleberry and mushroom picking,
bird watching, wildlife viewing and photographing the vast landscape. Nearby
Olive Lake offers boating, fishing and swimming.

## Facilities

Guests can hike on trails into the North Fork John Day Wilderness or go
mountain biking on forest roads. A drive along the Blue Mountain Scenic Byway
is a treat, as are other activities like huckleberry and mushroom picking,
bird watching, wildlife viewing and photographing the vast landscape. Nearby
Olive Lake offers boating, fishing and swimming.

## Natural Features

The cabin sits at an elevation of about 5,000 feet, on a hillside overlooking
the expansive Umatilla National Forest near the North Fork John Day
Wilderness. A grassy lawn in front leads to the other three cabins in the
area. The forest lies in the Blue Mountains and is home to Ponderosa pine and
Douglas fir.  
  
Birds in the area include the black-backed woodpecker, American kestrel and
the Boreal owl. Black bear, elk and deer are among the native land mammals.
Click here to learn about bear safety.

## Nearby Attractions

The cabin is located less than 6 miles from Granite, Oregon, a ghost town that
once bustled with prospectors and pioneers. The town provides groceries and
fuel.

<h2>Overview</h2>
Miner's Retreat is an old Forest Service cabin that allows guests to relax in the outdoors and also step back in time to when the cabin was used during the bygone gold mining days. Miner's Retreat is part of the Fremont Powerhouse complex, a hub for mining built in the early 1900s. It is one of four cabins located at the site near the town of Granite, and provides great flexibility for larger groups.
<br/><br/>
The surrounding valleys once teemed with mining activity, primarily gold. The Fremont Powerhouse was built in 1908 as an economical method for mining. Two dams were constructed at Olive Lake, and water from the lake was piped through an 8-mile wood and steel pipeline to the powerhouse to generate electricity. Homes were constructed to shelter workers who monitored the pipeline. Today, these same shelters are where visitors can stay overnight.
<br/><br/>
The cabin is uphill from the Fremont Powerhouse, flanked by Caretakers Cabin and Hilltop Hideaway. Winter access may require skis, snowshoes or snowmobiles.<br/><br/>                                    
<a href="http://www.photographyoptions.net/images/usace/redrock/tour.html" rel="nofollow">Click here</a> for a virtual tour of the area.<h2>Recreation</h2>
 Guests can hike on trails into the North Fork John Day Wilderness or go mountain biking on forest roads. A drive along the Blue Mountain Scenic Byway is a treat, as are other activities like huckleberry and mushroom picking, bird watching, wildlife viewing and photographing the vast landscape. Nearby Olive Lake offers boating, fishing and swimming.<h2>Facilities</h2>
 Guests can hike on trails into the North Fork John Day Wilderness or go mountain biking on forest roads. A drive along the Blue Mountain Scenic Byway is a treat, as are other activities like huckleberry and mushroom picking, bird watching, wildlife viewing and photographing the vast landscape. Nearby Olive Lake offers boating, fishing and swimming.<h2>Natural Features</h2>
The cabin sits at an elevation of about 5,000 feet, on a hillside overlooking the expansive Umatilla National Forest near the North Fork John Day Wilderness. A grassy lawn in front leads to the other three cabins in the area. The forest lies in the Blue Mountains and is home to Ponderosa pine and Douglas fir. 
<br/><br/>
Birds in the area include the black-backed woodpecker, American kestrel and the Boreal owl. Black bear, elk and deer are among the native land mammals.  <a href="http://www.fs.usda.gov/detail/umatilla/home/?cid=STELPRDB5309506" rel="nofollow">Click here</a> to learn about bear safety.
<h2>Nearby Attractions</h2>
The cabin is located less than 6 miles from Granite, Oregon, a ghost town that once bustled with prospectors and pioneers. The town provides groceries and fuel.

White house with clapboard siding.

MINERS RETREAT

Miners Retreat

## Overview

This campground sits along the Wild and Scenic North Fork John Day River at
the junction of the Blue Mountain and Elkhorn Scenic Byways. It features 20
campsites, 3 accessible toilet facilities, and stock handling facilities.
There is no potable water or garbage service, so please pack your garbage
home.

This campground serves as the eastern access point to the North Fork John Day
Wilderness via North Fork John Day River Trail #3022. The area offers hunting,
fishing, hiking, horseback riding, berry and mushroom picking, sight-seeing,
and photography opportunities. In spring and fall you can see the salmon
spawning. Special state fishing regulations apply.

If you like to drive, you can pick up the Ukiah-Granite Roadside Geology auto
tour brochure from the camp host or the Ranger District.

## Recreation

This campground serves as the eastern portal into the North Fork John Day
Wilderness and offers hunting, fishing, hiking, horseback riding, sight-
seeing, and photography. Berries and mushrooms can be found in season. If you
like to drive, you can pick up the Ukiah-Granite Roadside Geology auto tour
brochure from the camp host or the Ranger District office. if you are
interested in history, there are numerous remnants of mining left from the
turn of the century, Remember, historic objects, even if they look like trash,
are protected by law and may not be removed.

## Facilities

This campground serves as the eastern portal into the North Fork John Day
Wilderness and offers hunting, fishing, hiking, horseback riding, sight-
seeing, and photography. Berries and mushrooms can be found in season. If you
like to drive, you can pick up the Ukiah-Granite Roadside Geology auto tour
brochure from the camp host or the Ranger District office. if you are
interested in history, there are numerous remnants of mining left from the
turn of the century, Remember, historic objects, even if they look like trash,
are protected by law and may not be removed.

## Natural Features

The campground is set amidst a lodgepole pine forest, with over half of the
sites in the shade. The perennial North Fork John Day River runs adjacent to
the campground where you can see spawning steelhead and chinook salmon in
spring and fall. In the surrounding forests live coyotes, deer, elk, wolves,
bear, and cougar, plus a myriad of small animal species.

## Nearby Attractions

The historic mining town of Granite is 9 miles south. State of Oregon Parks
has a restored dredge that can be toured in the town of Sumpter, 22 miles
south. Olive Lake is 21 miles south and west of the campground, and offers
fishing , crawfishing, swimming, motorized boating (no wake allowed) and
nearby trails for hiking/horseback riding (horses are not allowed in the
campground). The lake-turned-reservior was constructed as part of a
hydroelectric system to support gold mining activities in the northern Blue
Mountain Region in the early 1900's. Historically, water from the lake flowed
through a wooden pipeline for 9 miles to the Fremont Powerhouse, where it was
used to produce electricity for mines and towns. The Powerhouse is
approximately 14 miles south and west of the NFJD Campground on the same road
that accesses Olive Lake.

<h2>Overview</h2>
<p>This campground sits along the Wild and Scenic North Fork John Day River at the junction of the Blue Mountain and Elkhorn Scenic Byways.  It features 20 campsites, 3 accessible toilet facilities, and stock handling facilities. There is no potable water or garbage service, so please pack your garbage home.  </p>
<p>This campground serves as the eastern access point to the North Fork John Day Wilderness via North Fork John Day River Trail #3022. The area offers hunting, fishing, hiking, horseback riding, berry and mushroom picking, sight-seeing, and photography opportunities. In spring and fall you can see the salmon spawning.  Special state fishing regulations apply. </p>

<p>If you like to drive, you can pick up the Ukiah-Granite Roadside Geology auto tour brochure from the camp host or the Ranger District. </p>
<h2>Recreation</h2>
<p>This campground serves as the eastern portal into the North Fork John Day Wilderness and offers hunting, fishing, hiking, horseback riding, sight-seeing, and photography. Berries and mushrooms can be found in season.  If you like to drive, you can pick up the Ukiah-Granite Roadside Geology auto tour brochure from the camp host or the Ranger District office. if you are interested in history, there are numerous remnants of mining left from the turn of the century,  Remember, historic objects, even if they look like trash, are protected by law and may not be removed.</p>
<h2>Facilities</h2>
<p>This campground serves as the eastern portal into the North Fork John Day Wilderness and offers hunting, fishing, hiking, horseback riding, sight-seeing, and photography. Berries and mushrooms can be found in season.  If you like to drive, you can pick up the Ukiah-Granite Roadside Geology auto tour brochure from the camp host or the Ranger District office. if you are interested in history, there are numerous remnants of mining left from the turn of the century,  Remember, historic objects, even if they look like trash, are protected by law and may not be removed.</p>
<h2>Natural Features</h2>
<p>The campground is set amidst a lodgepole pine forest, with over half of the sites in the shade.  The perennial North Fork John Day River runs adjacent to the campground where you can see spawning steelhead and chinook salmon in spring and fall. In the surrounding forests live coyotes, deer, elk, wolves, bear, and cougar, plus a myriad of small animal species.  </p>

<h2>Nearby Attractions</h2>
<p>The historic mining town of Granite is 9 miles south. State of Oregon Parks has a restored dredge that can be toured in the town of Sumpter, 22 miles south.  Olive Lake is 21 miles south and west of the campground, and offers fishing , crawfishing, swimming, motorized boating (no wake allowed) and nearby trails for hiking/horseback riding (horses are not allowed in the campground). The lake-turned-reservior was constructed as part of a hydroelectric system to support gold mining activities in the northern Blue Mountain Region in the early 1900's. Historically, water from the lake flowed through a wooden pipeline for 9 miles to the Fremont Powerhouse, where it was used to produce electricity for mines and towns. The  Powerhouse is approximately 14 miles south and west of the NFJD Campground on the same road that accesses Olive Lake.</p>

Enjoy the stock amenities available at the North Fork John Day campground!

Horses carrying loaded packs on the NFJD River Trail

campground stock manger

camp site vault tiolet

campground loading ramp

NFJD Trailhead

View of east part of campground including gravel road, campsite, toilet, fee station and white truck

campground entrance sign

trailhead parking area

North Fork John Day Campground (OR)

## Overview

Nestled on the edge of a lake, high in the Blue Mountains of Eastern Oregon,
this popular campground is only 8 miles west of the historic Fremont
Powerhouse and 12 miles west of the old mining town of Granite. The campground
features 28 campsites and 7 accessible toilet facilities. Other features
include a 2-mile hiking trail around the lake with nearby access to wilderness
and scenic area trails, a boat ramp and 2 docks. There is no potable water or
garbage service, so please pack your garbage home.

Besides beautiful scenery, the lake offers many opportunities for wildlife
viewing--particularly a nesting pair of osprey that return annually.
Activities in this area include fishing, boating, swimming, hiking, hunting,
and photography. Within 20 miles are several historic sites.

## Recreation

A 2-mile hiking trail encircles the lake, providing access to more secluded
spots where solitude can be enjoyed. Bicyclists can also enjoy the trail
although there are a couple of spots bikes might need to be walked, depending
on skill level. Anglers can fish for rainbow trout, cutthroat trout, brook
trout, and kokanee and crawfish boils are a popular dinner option. There are 2
boat docks adjacent to the campground, as well as a boat ramp and trailer
parking. Motorized boats are allowed on the lake, but wakes and jet skis are
not allowed. There are opportunities for viewing wildlife such as deer, elk,
bear, river otters, and osprey. Mushroom and berry picking are available in
season. Other nearby trails access the North John Day Wilderness Area and
Vinegar Hill Scenic Area. An interpretive sign about the beetle infestation is
located in a few spots within the campground.

## Facilities

A 2-mile hiking trail encircles the lake, providing access to more secluded
spots where solitude can be enjoyed. Bicyclists can also enjoy the trail
although there are a couple of spots bikes might need to be walked, depending
on skill level. Anglers can fish for rainbow trout, cutthroat trout, brook
trout, and kokanee and crawfish boils are a popular dinner option. There are 2
boat docks adjacent to the campground, as well as a boat ramp and trailer
parking. Motorized boats are allowed on the lake, but wakes and jet skis are
not allowed. There are opportunities for viewing wildlife such as deer, elk,
bear, river otters, and osprey. Mushroom and berry picking are available in
season. Other nearby trails access the North John Day Wilderness Area and
Vinegar Hill Scenic Area. An interpretive sign about the beetle infestation is
located in a few spots within the campground.

## Nearby Attractions

The area around Olive Lake is rich in history. The dam and gates on the north
side of the lake were constructed as part of a hydroelectric system to support
gold mining activities within the northern Blue Mountain Region. Historically,
water from the lake flowed through a wooden pipeline to the Fremont
Powerhouse, where it was used to produce electricity for mines and towns in
the area. Fremont Powerhouse is located approximately 7 miles east and the
historic moning town of Granite is 12 miles east of Olive Lake along Forest
Road 73.

<h2>Overview</h2>
<p>Nestled on the edge of a lake, high in the Blue Mountains of Eastern Oregon, this popular campground is only 8 miles west of the historic Fremont Powerhouse and 12 miles west of the old mining town of Granite.  The campground features 28 campsites and 7 accessible toilet facilities.  Other features include a 2-mile hiking trail around the lake with nearby access to wilderness and scenic area trails, a boat ramp and 2 docks. There is no potable water or garbage service, so please pack your garbage home.  </p>

<p>Besides beautiful scenery, the lake offers many opportunities for wildlife viewing--particularly a nesting pair of osprey that return annually.  Activities in this area include fishing, boating, swimming, hiking, hunting, and photography.  Within 20 miles are several historic sites.</p>

<h2>Recreation</h2>
<p>A 2-mile hiking trail encircles the lake, providing access to more secluded spots where solitude can be enjoyed. Bicyclists can also enjoy the trail although there are a couple of spots bikes might need to be walked, depending on skill level. Anglers can fish for rainbow trout, cutthroat trout, brook trout, and kokanee and crawfish boils are a popular dinner option. There are 2 boat docks adjacent to the campground, as well as a boat ramp and trailer parking. Motorized boats are allowed on the lake, but wakes and jet skis are not allowed. There are opportunities for viewing wildlife such as deer, elk, bear, river otters, and osprey.  Mushroom and berry picking are available in season.  Other nearby trails access the North John Day Wilderness Area and Vinegar Hill Scenic Area. An interpretive sign about the beetle infestation is located in a few spots within the campground.</p>
<h2>Facilities</h2>
<p>A 2-mile hiking trail encircles the lake, providing access to more secluded spots where solitude can be enjoyed. Bicyclists can also enjoy the trail although there are a couple of spots bikes might need to be walked, depending on skill level. Anglers can fish for rainbow trout, cutthroat trout, brook trout, and kokanee and crawfish boils are a popular dinner option. There are 2 boat docks adjacent to the campground, as well as a boat ramp and trailer parking. Motorized boats are allowed on the lake, but wakes and jet skis are not allowed. There are opportunities for viewing wildlife such as deer, elk, bear, river otters, and osprey.  Mushroom and berry picking are available in season.  Other nearby trails access the North John Day Wilderness Area and Vinegar Hill Scenic Area. An interpretive sign about the beetle infestation is located in a few spots within the campground.</p>

<h2>Nearby Attractions</h2>
<p>The area around Olive Lake is rich in history. The dam and gates on the north side of the lake were constructed as part of a hydroelectric system to support gold mining activities within the northern Blue Mountain Region. Historically, water from the lake flowed through a wooden pipeline to the Fremont Powerhouse, where it was used to produce electricity for mines and towns in the area. Fremont Powerhouse is located approximately 7 miles east and the historic moning town of Granite is 12 miles east of Olive Lake along Forest Road 73. </p>

cement block stairs leading to day use site with picnic table

Bench in shade beside lake with trees in the background

Campground entrance sign

Olive Lake with water, boat dock and ramp, and conifers with fall color in the background.

lake water with dense conifers along the shore

Olive Lake Campground lower day-use picnic table

day use picnic table

Olive Lake's newest toilet, located near dam.

brown vault toilet beside gravel road with white SUV next to pine trees

double vault toilet

wooden dock stretching into the water with golden fall colors on the distant trees

Dirt trail among trees

Olive Lake Campground Information and fees

2 information boards with a metal fee vault between and conifers in the background

Dirt trail among trees and dense undergrowth

Olive Lake Campground (OR)

## Overview

Summit Guard Station Bunkhouse sets the stage for a truly relaxing getaway.
Located on the breaks of Meacham Canyon in Umatilla National Forest,
spectacular views of the Blue Mountains are guaranteed. The rustic bunkhouse,
built by the Civilian Conservation Corps, dates back to 1938.  
  
The site of the cabin was the Summit Ranger Station in 1908, when the land was
part of the Wenaha National Forest. Wenaha was one of the first national
forests in the country, established in 1907. It was renamed Umatilla National
Forest in 1920.

## Recreation

Bird and wildlife watching is exceptional at Summit.

## Facilities

Bird and wildlife watching is exceptional at Summit.

## Natural Features

Summit Guard Station is located on a high ridge nestled in an open stand of
large Ponderosa pine and Douglas fir. The view to the south and west from this
ridge-top setting is exceptional. Prominent points in the area include Wilbur
Mountain, Spring Mountain, Sugarloaf Mountain and Green Mountain.  
  
Bird species in the region include kinglets, sparrows, chickadees and
hummingbirds, while wildflowers include larkspur, lupine and orchids.

## Nearby Attractions

The Whitman Route Overlook is a short drive away, boasting views of Meacham
Canyon and the Hell Hole Roadless Area, as well as a look back into the
history of the area.

<h2>Overview</h2>
Summit Guard Station Bunkhouse sets the stage for a truly relaxing getaway. Located on the breaks of Meacham Canyon in Umatilla National Forest, spectacular views of the Blue Mountains are guaranteed. The rustic bunkhouse, built by the Civilian Conservation Corps, dates back to 1938. 
<br/><br/>
The site of the cabin was the Summit Ranger Station in 1908, when the land was part of the Wenaha National Forest. Wenaha was one of the first national forests in the country, established in 1907. It was renamed Umatilla National Forest in 1920.<h2>Recreation</h2>
Bird and wildlife watching is exceptional at Summit.<h2>Facilities</h2>
Bird and wildlife watching is exceptional at Summit.<h2>Natural Features</h2>
Summit Guard Station is located on a high ridge nestled in an open stand of large Ponderosa pine and Douglas fir. The view to the south and west from this ridge-top setting is exceptional. Prominent points in the area include Wilbur Mountain, Spring Mountain, Sugarloaf Mountain and Green Mountain.
<br/><br/>
Bird species in the region include kinglets, sparrows, chickadees and hummingbirds, while wildflowers include larkspur, lupine and orchids.
<h2>Nearby Attractions</h2>
The Whitman Route Overlook is a short drive away, boasting views of Meacham Canyon and the Hell Hole Roadless Area, as well as a look back into the history of the area.

Small, orange-red cabin with ramp to front door in sun dappled conifer forest.

SUMMIT GUARD STATION BUNKHOUSE

Summit Guard Station Bunkhouse

## Overview

Tamarack Cabin offers outdoor enthusiasts a quaint cabin with epic views atop
Tamarack Mountain. The cabin can accommodate four guests, and a short walk
through the trees awards a unique opportunity to view miles of the Umatilla
National Forest from sunup to sundown.  
  
The site was originally used as a fire detection lookout. The original
structure was a platform built on a high tree in 1925. It was replaced with a
96-foot Aermotor tower in 1933, and a neighboring cabin was built to house
Forest Service employees. A utility shed was also built. When the cabin burnt
down in 1966, the shed was converted into housing. That same shed is where
guests can stay today. The tower is also still standing, and when the tower is
staffed, visitors are welcome to climb up and enjoy the view.

## Recreation

Over 26 miles of hiking and horseback riding trails on the Heppner Ranger
District can be accessed from the cabin. Plentiful fishing opportunities
abound in nearby streams and Bull Prairie Lake. Many roads are open to off-
road vehicles, and 28 miles of designated trails are available. Other
activities include hunting, wildlife viewing and bird watching. This site is
not open in the winter.

## Facilities

Over 26 miles of hiking and horseback riding trails on the Heppner Ranger
District can be accessed from the cabin. Plentiful fishing opportunities
abound in nearby streams and Bull Prairie Lake. Many roads are open to off-
road vehicles, and 28 miles of designated trails are available. Other
activities include hunting, wildlife viewing and bird watching. This site is
not open in the winter.

## Natural Features

At 4,979 feet above sea level, Tamarack Mountain overlooks the John Day River
basin between Spray and Kimberly. The lookout and the mountain it tops are
named after the western larch, a tree that is particularly plentiful in the
Blue and Wallowa Mountains. Western tanagers and dusty flycatchers frequent
the area and purple-blue spikes of lupine, white and pink yarrow and yellow
balsamroot add bursts of color to the landscape.

## Nearby Attractions

Spray is the nearest town with a general store, gas, and propane which is
about a half hour drive away.

Heppner is about one hour away with a larger variety of stores for your
recreational needs.

Off-road vehicle enthusiasts enjoy Morrow County OHV Park, located 14 miles
north on HWY 207. There are some food options, ice, and propane for sale at
this site.

<h2>Overview</h2>
<p>Tamarack Cabin offers outdoor enthusiasts a quaint cabin with epic views atop Tamarack Mountain. The cabin can accommodate four guests, and a short walk through the trees awards a unique opportunity to view miles of the Umatilla National Forest from sunup to sundown. <br> <br>The site was originally used as a fire detection lookout. The original structure was a platform built on a high tree in 1925. It was replaced with a 96-foot Aermotor tower in 1933, and a neighboring cabin was built to house Forest Service employees. A utility shed was also built. When the cabin burnt down in 1966, the shed was converted into housing. That same shed is where guests can stay today. The tower is also still standing, and when the tower is staffed, visitors are welcome to climb up and enjoy the view.</p>
<h2>Recreation</h2>
<p>Over 26 miles of hiking and horseback riding trails on the Heppner Ranger District can be accessed from the cabin. Plentiful fishing opportunities abound in nearby streams and Bull Prairie Lake. Many roads are open to off-road vehicles, and 28 miles of designated trails are available. Other activities include hunting, wildlife viewing and bird watching. This site is not open in the winter.</p>
<h2>Facilities</h2>
<p>Over 26 miles of hiking and horseback riding trails on the Heppner Ranger District can be accessed from the cabin. Plentiful fishing opportunities abound in nearby streams and Bull Prairie Lake. Many roads are open to off-road vehicles, and 28 miles of designated trails are available. Other activities include hunting, wildlife viewing and bird watching. This site is not open in the winter.</p>
<h2>Natural Features</h2>
<p>At 4,979 feet above sea level, Tamarack Mountain overlooks the John Day River basin between Spray and Kimberly. The lookout and the mountain it tops are named after the western larch, a tree that is particularly plentiful in the Blue and Wallowa Mountains. Western tanagers and dusty flycatchers frequent the area and purple-blue spikes of lupine, white and pink yarrow and yellow balsamroot add bursts of color to the landscape.</p>

<h2>Nearby Attractions</h2>
<p>Spray is the nearest town with a general store, gas, and propane which is about a half hour drive away. </p>
<p>Heppner is about one hour away with a larger variety of stores for your recreational needs.</p>
<p>Off-road vehicle enthusiasts enjoy Morrow County OHV Park, located 14 miles north on HWY 207. There are some food options, ice, and propane for sale at this site.</p>

Looking down on green grass and forest covered ridge lines from a rocky high point.

TAMARACK CABIN

Iside the cabin

Tamarack

comfortable and quiet

Tamarack Cabin Lookout

Tamarack Cabin

A photo of facility Target Meadows Campground Entrance Sign

A photo of the meadow in the center of Target Meadows Campground

Target Meadows

A photo of facility Target Meadows Campground with Water Hookup

A photo of restroom facility Target Meadows Campground

A photo of facility Target Meadows Campground with Shade

Target Meadows Campground

## Overview

The historic Tucannon Guard Station is a charming saltbox-style cabin
constructed in 1909. It was inhabited by the first ranger in the Tucannon
area, William Kendell, and his family. By 1916, the guard house became
headquarters for the district for two years, and then continued on as a
standard guard station.  
  
Staying here is like stepping back in time. The rooms inside are nicely
decorated and cozy. Touches like curtains on the windows and modern furniture
add to the destination experience. Beyond the cabin is plenty of photogenic
scenery, plus options for prime fishing and hiking.

## Recreation

Just a few miles south are trailheads to wilderness hiking trails. Plus the
road along the Tucannon River is a notable scenic drive, ideal for viewing
flora and fauna.

## Facilities

Just a few miles south are trailheads to wilderness hiking trails. Plus the
road along the Tucannon River is a notable scenic drive, ideal for viewing
flora and fauna.

## Natural Features

The cabin is at 2600 ft elevation on a shady, gently rolling site at the base
of a hillside in Tucannon Valley. The rugged landscape stretches across the
northern Blue Mountains of southeastern Washington and northeastern Oregon.  
  
  
  
Visitors may spot local inhabitants like wild turkey, pheasant, deer, elk and
even an occasional moose in the area.

## Nearby Attractions

A convenience store, gas station and RV park is located about 9 miles, or 15
minutes, north of the cabin. River access and opportunities for hunting and
mushroom picking are also within 10 miles of the cabin.

## Charges & Cancellations

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

<h2>Overview</h2>
The historic Tucannon Guard Station is a charming saltbox-style cabin constructed in 1909. It was inhabited by the first ranger in the Tucannon area, William Kendell, and his family. By 1916, the guard house became headquarters for the district for two years, and then continued on as a standard guard station.
<br/><br/>
Staying here is like stepping back in time. The rooms inside are nicely decorated and cozy. Touches like curtains on the windows and modern furniture add to the destination experience. Beyond the cabin is plenty of photogenic scenery, plus options for prime fishing and hiking. <h2>Recreation</h2>
Just a few miles south are trailheads to wilderness hiking trails. Plus the road along the Tucannon River is a notable scenic drive, ideal for viewing flora and fauna.<h2>Facilities</h2>
Just a few miles south are trailheads to wilderness hiking trails. Plus the road along the Tucannon River is a notable scenic drive, ideal for viewing flora and fauna.<h2>Natural Features</h2>
<p>The cabin is at 2600 ft elevation on a shady, gently rolling site at the base of a hillside in Tucannon Valley. The rugged landscape stretches across the northern Blue Mountains of southeastern Washington and northeastern Oregon. <br><br><br><br>Visitors may spot local inhabitants like wild turkey, pheasant, deer, elk and even an occasional moose in the area.</p>

<h2>Nearby Attractions</h2>
A convenience store, gas station and RV park is located about 9 miles, or 15 minutes, north of the cabin.   River access and opportunities for hunting and mushroom picking are also within 10 miles of the cabin.<h2>Charges & Cancellations</h2>
<p>For Changes & Cancellation Fees, please see Rules & Reservation Policies.</p>

White cabin on flat ground in an open forest of conifers and deciduous trees and shrubs with no leaves.

TUCANNON GUARD STATION

Inside the cabin

Front Porch

Tucannon Cabin

Outdoor view

Bathroom

The downstairs bedroom has a single bed and dresser.

Downstairs bedroom

Bathroom Shower

Tucannon Guard Station

## Overview

Situated between the South Fork and the North Fork of the Umatilla River, this
campground offers many more activities than just camping. Fishing (catch and
release) and hiking in the North Fork Umatilla Wilderness are popular from
early spring to late fall. With campsites nestled within a riparian area among
an ample mix of conifers and deciduous trees and heavy vegetation that
provides great privacy, you will think you are camping in the wilderness
itself!

This location is available on a first-come, first-served basis only. Visitors
are required to physically arrive at the campground to purchase and claim a
site. Once on-site, you may be able to pay for your campsite(s) by scanning a
QR code using the Recreation.gov mobile app, and the Scan and Pay feature.

If this option is available, you will need to first download the free
Recreation.gov mobile app https://www.recreation.gov/mobile-app prior to your
arrival as some remote areas have limited or no cellular service.

## Recreation

South Fork and the North Fork of the Umatilla River for fishing and hiking in
the North Fork Umatilla Wilderness.

## Facilities

Fire rings, picnic tables, one patable water site and three vault toilets.

## Natural Features

Situated between the South Fork and the North Fork of the Umatilla River with
a fantastic view the lower North Fork Umatilla Wilderness and Graves Butte.

## Nearby Attractions

North Fork Umatilla WIlderness, North and South Fork Umatilla Rivers.

<h2>Overview</h2>
<p>Situated between the South Fork and the North Fork of the Umatilla River, this campground offers many more activities than just camping. Fishing (catch and release) and hiking in the North Fork Umatilla Wilderness are popular from early spring to late fall.  With campsites nestled within a riparian area among an ample mix of conifers and deciduous trees and heavy vegetation that provides great privacy, you will think you are camping in the wilderness itself!</p>

<p>This location is available on a first-come, first-served basis only. Visitors are required to physically arrive at the campground to purchase and claim a site. Once on-site, you may be able to pay for your campsite(s) by scanning a QR code using the Recreation.gov mobile app, and the Scan and Pay feature. </p>
<p>If this option is available, you will need to first download the free Recreation.gov mobile app https://www.recreation.gov/mobile-app prior to your arrival as some remote areas have limited or no cellular service.</p>
<h2>Recreation</h2>
<p>South Fork and the North Fork of the Umatilla River for fishing and hiking in the North Fork Umatilla Wilderness.</p>
<h2>Facilities</h2>
<p>Fire rings, picnic tables, one patable water site and three vault toilets. </p>
<h2>Natural Features</h2>
<p>Situated between the South Fork and the North Fork of the Umatilla River with a fantastic view the lower North Fork Umatilla Wilderness and Graves Butte. </p>

<h2>Nearby Attractions</h2>
<p>North Fork Umatilla WIlderness, North and South Fork Umatilla Rivers.</p>

An overnight camping fee of $10.00 will be charged. An additional $5 "per
extra vehicle" fee will be charged for each vehicle exceeding the maximum two
vehicle per site allowance.

Looking up South Fork Umatilla River from campsite #7 at Umatilla Forks Campground

Looking down South Fork Umatilla River from campsite #7 at Umatilla Forks Campground

North Fork Umatilla River from campsite #2 at Umatilla Forks Campground

Umatilla Forks Campground

## 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.

## Facilities

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.

<h2>Overview</h2>
<p>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.   </p>

<p>The site is accessible by automobile June 1 to November 1, weather dependant. Winter access requires skis, snowshoes or snowmobiles.<br><br>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.</p>
<h2>Recreation</h2>
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.<h2>Facilities</h2>
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.<h2>Natural Features</h2>
<p>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.<br><br><br><br>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.</p>

<h2>Nearby Attractions</h2>
The cabin is about 35 minutes from any general store. The town of Pomeroy has a county museum, art gallery and antiques.<h2>Charges & Cancellations</h2>
<p>For Reservation Changes & Cancellation Fees, please see Rules & Reservation Policies.</p>

Wenatchee Guard Station

Wenatchee Guard Station living area

Views from the kitchen porch and picnic table area.

Wenatchee Guard Station kitchen porch view

Pictured is the backside of the Wenatchee Guard Station.

Back of Wenatchee Guard Station

This photo was taken from the kitchen door looking into the Wenatchee Guard Station.

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McKay Creek National Wildlife Refuge

Umatilla National Forest