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VerifiedSeptember 16, 2026 Stayed at: 01, Loop: AREA DEER CREEK GUARD STATION CABIN
Good shape and nice location. A mouse found it's way into my bag at some point but he was the only visitor while I was there.
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End-of-season dates are weather dependent and could close sooner if conditions permit.
31 reviews
Deer Creek Guard Station Cabin offers a lovely, restful experience in a quiet setting, with comfortable accommodations and well-supplied amenities, perfect for hiking and enjoying the outdoors. However, some guests noted the absence of a mop and toilet paper, as well as a concerning propane smell upon arrival, which detracted from their overall experience. Despite these issues, many guests enjoyed their stay and appreciated the cabin's charm.
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September 16, 2026 Stayed at: 01, Loop: AREA DEER CREEK GUARD STATION CABIN
Good shape and nice location. A mouse found it's way into my bag at some point but he was the only visitor while I was there.
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July 8, 2026 Stayed at: 01, Loop: AREA DEER CREEK GUARD STATION CABIN
Excellent quiet, restful experience. Was unable to mop floor when leaving, however, as the mop and bucket were missing.
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May 26, 2026 Stayed at: 01, Loop: AREA DEER CREEK GUARD STATION CABIN
Everything great except no mop provided.
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August 11, 2025 Stayed at: 01, Loop: AREA DEER CREEK GUARD STATION CABIN
Lovely setting. Enjoyed immensely.
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June 11, 2025 Stayed at: 01, Loop: AREA DEER CREEK GUARD STATION CABIN
Nice place, quiet, no traffic. Cabin was well supplied (TP was out though) and had a nice big refrigerator. Remember to bring your own water.
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October 11, 2024 Stayed at: 01, Loop: AREA DEER CREEK GUARD STATION CABIN
We liked almost everything about Deer Creek Guard Station Cabin: the setting is wonderful, the bed was comfortable the stove and refrigerator worked. We enjoyed hiking in the area, using the picnic table, and trying out the swing on the nearby hill. The one thing that tarnished our experienced was the strong smell of propane that we encountered when we opened the door. Even after airing out the cabin and leaving the area for a few hours, the propane smell was very noticeable. We could not detect any leaks, but the thought that we might be in danger was disconcerting, and it affected our ability to sleep peacefully. The source of the propane odor might be that the propane tank is almost out of propane, and the propane scent (that is added by the manufacturer to propane for safety reasons) is concentrated at the bottom of the tank. However, the source might also be a leak somewhere in the line. I would suggest that someone check out the propane system and determine the cause of the propane smell.
Other than that, the cabin was fine.
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August 18, 2023 Stayed at: 01, Loop: AREA DEER CREEK GUARD STATION CABIN
We were very pleased at how clean and well stocked with supplies the cabin was. The futon has some broken slates and from a note on the wall, it seems to have been that way for some time. It was not a big problem for our group, but it could have been if we had needed to rely on it for sleeping space. The Ponderosa Pine out front is very impressive! There is a cable swing hanging from another big tree that is out the front gate and up the hill probably 200 yards. look for the path. It is worth checking out. Flagtail Lookout is nearby and worth the drive. The location and setting of the cabin great if you are looking for a quiet out of the way place and don't mind the lack of cell service and being 45 minutes or more from the nearest store.
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July 29, 2023 Stayed at: 01, Loop: AREA DEER CREEK GUARD STATION CABIN
Well I didn't like the fact this year, there was no lock on gate. so people were coming up to front expecting to use bathroom. Which one woman did after 2 families were parked at the front gate and all walked up to a swing someone put up. They were very noisy, yelling and screaming. They had dogs that ran all over the fenced area.
It was hot and there were only 3 screens for windows. So not a very good trip this time. I like it to be quite. If I wanted people around, I would have stayed at work. Mike
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November 19, 2022 Stayed at: 01, Loop: AREA DEER CREEK GUARD STATION CABIN
Very nice.
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October 27, 2022 Stayed at: 01, Loop: AREA DEER CREEK GUARD STATION CABIN
It's a magical place to be. The swing does exist...
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431 Patterson Bridge Road, John Day, OR 97845 United States
Elevation: 1,506 ft
End-of-season dates are weather dependent and could close sooner if conditions permit.
Last updated: October 24, 2026