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Tucannon Guard Station
15 mi east of Dayton, WA · No signal at camp
About Tucannon Guard Station
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. 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. The Tucannon is a two-story wood frame structure with wood siding and a shake shingle roof. The upstairs is divided into two sleeping areas…
- Fees: Each year, from March 1st through October 31st, an overnight camping fee of $8.00 will be charged. An extra $5 per each vehicle exceeding…
- Season: May – November
- Managed by: Umatilla National Forest, FS
- Where: 15 mi east of Dayton, WA · 46.25036, -117.67832
Things to do:
Official page for this camp (fees, closures, booking)
Weather by month
Typical daily highs and lows (°F), 1991–2020 NOAA normals. Best months: Jun–Sep (comfortable days, mild nights, little rain). Nights below freezing: Nov–Apr.
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Trails near camp
| Trail | Open to | From camp | Length |
|---|---|---|---|
| Maloney Mountain | ATV road | 1.6 mi | 4.5 mi |
| FR 4625060 | ATV road | 1.7 mi | 1.9 mi |
Straight-line distance from camp, from Forest Service, BLM, state and OpenStreetMap trail data.
Good to know
No signal at camp
From the carriers' FCC coverage maps, which tend to be generous.The Milky Way casts shadows and the sky is crowded with stars.
Class 1 of 9, from NASA/NOAA night-light data.Camps nearby
- W. T. Wooten Campground 8 0.5 mi
- Campground 7 0.9 mi
- Campground 6 1.6 mi
- Campground 5 1.7 mi
- W. T. Wooten Campground 9 2.3 mi
- Campground 4 3.1 mi