Can you reserve a site at Lodgepole Guard Station?

Yes, Lodgepole Guard Station is reservable through Recreation.gov.

What is the maximum RV length at Lodgepole Guard Station?

40 ft. That is the longest vehicle the sites here are recorded as taking; individual sites may be shorter.

Are pets allowed at Lodgepole Guard Station?

Yes, pets are allowed at Lodgepole Guard Station.

Are campfires allowed at Lodgepole Guard Station?

Campfires are allowed at Lodgepole Guard Station. Check for a current fire restriction before you go.

Lodgepole Guard Station, Oregon — 1 site, fees and cancellation alerts

Overview

The guard station at Lodgepole Meadow was built in 1935 by the Civilian Conservation Corps to replace the original station built in 1911. Lodgepole Meadow was used as a remote guard station for the early Forest Service crews working in the area.

During WWII, Herb and Zella Wright, a husband and wife lookout team, lived throughout the winter high up on the Blue Rock Lookout several miles away watching for enemy aircraft. Lodgepole Guard Station served as their base camp.

Today, Lodgepole Guard Station is a perfect destination for horse enthusiasts, families and those looking for a unique camping experience in the Rogue River-Siskiyou National Forest.

Recreation

The meadow offers plenty of room and even terrain for a large group of visitors to spread out, camp, horseback ride, hike, mountain bike or just relax.

Additional horseback riding trails are a short trailer ride away, and include the Alta Lake, Middle Fork and Seven Lakes Trails, all of which lead into the Sky Lakes Wilderness.

Facilities

Considered to be an outstanding example of Civilian Conservation Corps construction in the Pacific Northwest, the one story cabin is designed to comfortably sleep 4 occupants. The bedroom is furnished with a full-size bed, a small closet and one dresser. The living room is furnished with a futon and coffee table. The kitchen is equipped with a table and chairs, a sink, a refrigerator, a stove, and basic cooking utensils. The bathroom has running water, a shower and flush toilet.

The heater, stove and refrigerator are operated by propane and potable water may be available for drinking and cooking from the faucet. (call ranger station to check status of water at cabin) A picnic table in the backyard permits comfortable outside dining.

Lighting is not available at the site, so bringing lanterns and flashlights is a must. Guests will also need to bring sleeping bags & towels.

A former bunkhouse, tool shed, barn and stable with several horse paddocks, are also on site. There is additional space for tent camping in the yard.

Natural Features

Lodgepole Guard Station is surrounded by 40 acres of cross-fenced pastures dotted with pines, and surrounded by forested rolling hills. The large grassy meadow has a long history of being a major grazing area for horses and cattle, and that tradition continues today.

Diverse landscapes of the Rogue River Siskiyou National Forest provide habitat for a wide-range of wildlife in the area, including spotted owls and bull elk to salamanders and salmon. These species, along with many others, depend on the surrounding undeveloped wilderness, undisturbed wetlands, clean streams, and diverse forests to live.

Contact Info

For facility specific information, please call (541) 560-3400.

Nearby Attractions

Diamond Lake Resort, Crater Lake National Park, Lost Creek Lake, Rogue-Umpqua Scenic Byway, National Falls, Rogue Gorge, Natural Bridge and Mount McLoughlin are all wonderful sights to see.

The facts

Season: March – September — USDA Forest Service, Aug 24, 2026
1 bookable site
Vehicles up to 40 ft
Up to 6 people per site
Loops: LODGEPOLE GUARD STATION

Site types

1 Cabin Nonelectric

Amenities

Campfires allowed
Fire pits
Picnic tables
Pets allowed

Not recorded upstream: electric hookups, water hookups, sewer hookups, grills, shade.

Book on Recreation.gov

1 campsite at Lodgepole Guard Station

Check-in 2:00 PM · Check-out 11:00 AM

Site	Loop	Type	Entry	Surface	Grade	Max rig	People
001	LODGEPOLE GUARD STATION	Cabin Nonelectric	Pull Through	Gravel	Slight	40 ft	6	🐾

Getting there

From Butte Falls, OR, drive east on the Butte Falls - Fish Lake Highway (County Road 821). Less than a mile from town, turn left onto the Butte Fall - Prospect Highway (County Road 992) and travel north on County Road 992. Go 9 miles on County Road 992 to Forest Road 34. Turn right, go 5 miles on Forest Road 34 until its junction with Forest Road 3400-600. Unlock the gate and travel north / northeast on Forest Road 3400-600 for 1 mile. Turn left through gate and proceed 200 yards to the guard station. For an alternative route to Lodgepole that bypasses the town of Butte Falls, take State Highway 62 to the town of Prospect, OR. At the Prospect Hotel turn east onto the Butte Falls - Prospect Highway (County Road 992), travel approximately 14 miles and take the left turn on Forest Road 34. Travel 5 miles on Forest Road 34 until its junction with Forest Road 3400-600. Unlock the gate and travel north / northeast on Forest Road 3400-600 for 1 mile. Turn left through the gate and proceed 200 yards to the guard station.

42.65389, -122.37905 · 42°39'14.0"N 122°22'44.6"W

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Typical weather

Typically 89°F in Aug, down to 48°F in Dec.

	Jan	Feb	Mar	Apr	May	Jun	Jul	Aug	Sep	Oct	Nov	Dec
High °F	50	54	58	62	71	78	89	89	84	70	55	48
Low °F	30	31	33	35	41	45	50	49	44	38	34	30
Precip in	6.0	4.4	4.4	3.7	2.6	1.3	0.6	0.5	1.2	3.3	6.3	7.2

1991–2020 averages from the nearest NOAA station, 8.9 mi away — not measured at the facility itself, and elevation can make a real difference over that distance.

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Common questions about Lodgepole Guard Station

Can you reserve a site at Lodgepole Guard Station?: Yes, Lodgepole Guard Station is reservable through Recreation.gov.
How many campsites does Lodgepole Guard Station have?: 1 site.
What is the maximum RV length at Lodgepole Guard Station?: 40 ft. That is the longest vehicle the sites here are recorded as taking; individual sites may be shorter.
Are pets allowed at Lodgepole Guard Station?: Yes, pets are allowed at Lodgepole Guard Station.
Are campfires allowed at Lodgepole Guard Station?: Campfires are allowed at Lodgepole Guard Station. Check for a current fire restriction before you go.

Also listed by

Lodgepole Guard Station also appears in other federal recreation data. Facts below are matched by name and location, not confirmed by Lodgepole Guard Station's operator.

USDA Forest Service — data as of Aug 24, 2026

$85/night

USDA Forest Service's own page

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Contact

Phone 541-865-2700
Book Recreation.gov

Recreation.gov last updated this record on 2026-02-25.

Lodgepole Guard Station