Deer Creek Guard Station Cabin

431 Patterson Bridge Road, John Day, Oregon, United States
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DEER CREEK GUARD STATION CABIN
DEER CREEK GUARD STATION CABIN
DEER CREEK GUARD STATION CABIN
DEER CREEK GUARD STATION CABIN
DEER CREEK GUARD STATION CABIN

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Picnic Table Picnic Table
Bedrooms Bedrooms
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About Deer Creek Guard Station Cabin

Deer Creek Guard Station is located approximately 31 mi from the town of John Day, in central Oregon. It is in a beautiful, quiet location, off the beaten path. From sunup to sundown, the cabin affords opportunities for adventure in exploring, viewing wildlife, or just relaxing and enjoying the wonders of nature all around. The cabin is larger than some, is furnished and offers many comforts. It can be accessed by vehicle. Guests are responsible for their own travel arrangements and safety, and must bring several of their own amenities.

Seasonal information

2026 (Current year)

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Campground Amenities

Most popular amenities

Parking Parking
Picnic Table Picnic Table
Bedrooms Bedrooms
Cooking and Fire

Cooking and Fire

  • Picnic Table
Parking and Transport

Parking and Transport

  • Parking
On Site Services

On Site Services

  • Propane
  • Propane

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  • Bedrooms
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01, Loop: AREA DEER CREEK GUARD STATION CABIN

01, Loop: AREA DEER CREEK GUARD STATION CABIN

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  • 6 guests

Site Details

Up to 6 guests
Shade
Surface: Gravel
Accessible
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Reviews

31 reviews

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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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4.5

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January 14, 2020 Stayed at: 01, Loop: AREA DEER CREEK GUARD STATION CABIN

The cabin was as advertised. In a great location, rustic, and comfortable. Reservations were easy. Do pay attention to the directions and check the forest service website to make sure roads are open.

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Location & Directions for Deer Creek Guard Station Cabin

431 Patterson Bridge Road, John Day, OR 97845 United States

Elevation: 1,506 ft

Nearest town

John Day, OR - 35 mi

About 57 min to downtown

Policies & Rules

General

  • Water is not available at the cabin; guests should be prepared to treat or boil water taken from an outdoor source
  • Learn more about the The Malheaur National Forest
  • The cabin remains locked; guests must use a combination lock code contained in the reservation confirmation letter
  • Weather conditions and snow may delay opening of the access road to the cabin beyond the scheduled date, as well as force early closures; contact the Blue Mountain Ranger District prior to arrival to inquire about current restrictions or conditions, such as fire or road closures, weather, storms or anything that may affect the quality of a visit
  • Don't Move Firewood: Please protect Pacific Northwest forests by preventing the spread of invasive species. Firewood can carry insects and diseases that can threaten the health of our western forests. You can make a difference by obtaining and burning your firewood near your camping destination. Visit Dontmovefirewood.org for further information.
  • Deer Creek Guard Station is in a remote forest location with no mobile phone coverage.

Warnings & Advisories

Warning

General

End-of-season dates are weather dependent and could close sooner if conditions permit.

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Last updated: October 24, 2026

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