ANTLERS GUARD STATION CABIN
ANTLERS GUARD STATION CABIN
ANTLERS GUARD STATION CABIN
ANTLERS GUARD STATION CABIN
ANTLERS GUARD STATION CABIN

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Parking Parking
Pet Friendly Pet Friendly
Picnic Table Picnic Table
Fire Pit Fire Pit
Bedrooms Bedrooms

About Antlers Guard Station Cabin

Antlers Guard Station was built in 1935 for the fire crews who patrolled Wallowa-Whitman National Forest. The Forest Roads were not yet well developed, and it was impractical for crews to travel daily between the remote parts of the forest and the ranger station. The Civilian Conservation Corps built this structure to allow crews to stay where they worked. Antlers Guard Station was listed on the National Register of Historic Places in 1991. Guests who stay at Antlers Guard Station can still get away from it all while enjoying the basic comforts of home. The cabin is accessible by car.

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Campground Amenities

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Parking Parking
Pet friendly Pet friendly
Picnic Table Picnic Table
Fire Pit Fire Pit
Bedrooms Bedrooms
Sleeping Capacity Sleeping Capacity
Kitchen Kitchen
Cooking and Fire

Cooking and Fire

  • Picnic Table
  • Fire Pit
Parking and Transport

Parking and Transport

  • Parking
Safety and Security

Safety and Security

  • Fire Extinguishers
Pets and Policies

Pets and Policies

  • Pet friendly

Cabin Interior

  • Bedrooms
  • Sleeping Capacity
  • Kitchen
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001, Loop: AREA ANTLERS GUARD STATION CABIN

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  • 6 guests

Site Details

Up to 6 guests
Shade
Surface: Gravel
Driveway entry: Pull-Through
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Reviews

19 reviews

Summary

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The Antlers Guard Station Cabin is a cozy, well-stocked, and spacious retreat, ideal for enjoying the outdoors and observing free-range cattle. Guests appreciated the cleanliness and access to nearby hiking trails, although some raised concerns about uncomfortable sleeping arrangements and occasional mice. Overall, the cabin provides a relaxing experience, and many plan to return, potentially bringing additional bedding for improved comfort.

Based on guest feedback

4.4

Overall rating

Based on 19 reviews

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5 stars 63.2% (12)
4 stars 21.1% (4)
3 stars 10.5% (2)
2 stars 5.3% (1)
1 star 0.0% (0)

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Jonathon M

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September 19, 2026 Stayed at: 001, Loop: AREA ANTLERS GUARD STATION CABIN

As other reviews state, rather large mouse problem. I wouldn't recommend using any kitchen ware due to the amount of mouse droppings on pans and such.
Setting remains beautiful.

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Susan B

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July 13, 2026 Stayed at: 001, Loop: AREA ANTLERS GUARD STATION CABIN

We loved this cabin. It was easy to access, and cozy.
The free range cows in the yard were a surprise, but it was fun to observe them and their calves.

The beds were horrible. Not a mattress at all, but a sleeping pad with no personality. Please consider getting mattresses. It will improve the sleep experience for future guests.

Our hips and backs were messed up, so this is the reason for the 4/5.

We will probably reserve this cabin again in the future. We will just bring air mattress in case this doesn't change.

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Amber W

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June 29, 2026 Stayed at: 001, Loop: AREA ANTLERS GUARD STATION CABIN

This was a great place to just sit and enjoy the outside! We visited sumpter and took a train ride, had a corn dog, and visited around our campfire! Amazing place to stay and just enjoy the outdoors!

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Patricia D

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June 22, 2026 Stayed at: 001, Loop: AREA ANTLERS GUARD STATION CABIN

We loved the cabin as soon as we saw it! Clean, organized, well-stocked, spacious for two
Mattresses were hard but we slept well. Fun to operate the water pump. Near the summer solstice, we never used the propane lights. Took multiple hikes off the gravel roads. Bonus was 100 cows herded by mounted cowpersons right by the cabin.

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Apollo M

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June 12, 2026 Stayed at: 001, Loop: AREA ANTLERS GUARD STATION CABIN

Mice in cabin. One ran across my wife’s head. We killed ten. Doors need sealed. Bring firewood. Hills nearby are a good place to hike.

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jesse j

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May 18, 2026 Stayed at: 001, Loop: AREA ANTLERS GUARD STATION CABIN

it's the same as at Currier Guard Station there needs to be a lock on the restroom with the same combination as the cabin. individuals who frequent the area feel they have the right to intrude and seem to have a well trodden trail for easy access to A reoccurring habit of restroom use perhaps during off season. perhaps a lock would just be broken off. I don't have a solution for this.

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Lorrie G

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July 6, 2024 Stayed at: 001, Loop: AREA ANTLERS GUARD STATION CABIN

We loved Antlers Guard Station. It was not too far off a main road, but quiet and peaceful. There was a lot of road traffic on the dirt road passing the cabin, but that is to be expected in an active camping area. The stream was pretty, and full of bird life. The cabin was well equipped,. The only thing was the stove in the front room. The pilot light was on, but there were no instructions for operating it. The nights got down in the high 50's, and it would have been nice to have a touch of heat.

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Marla D

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July 4, 2023 Stayed at: 001, Loop: AREA ANTLERS GUARD STATION CABIN

Beautiful location next to a babbling brook. Wildflowers every where. There is a restaurant in Sumpter a few miles away.

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Location & Directions for Antlers Guard Station Cabin

47500 Anthony Lakes Hwy, North Powder, OR 97867 United States

Elevation: 1,290 ft

Nearest town

North Powder, OR - 58 mi

About over 1 hr (70 min) to downtown

Highway access

Antlers Guard Station Cabin is accessible via US Highway 30, located approximately 16 miles to the north. Additionally, Interstate 84 can be reached from US Highway 30.

Policies & Rules

Arrival & departure

Check in time

1PM

Check out time

11AM

General

  • This cabin requires reservations. Walk-ups are not accepted for this facility.
  • Entry to the cabin is by combination lock; Anthony Lakes will call you within two weeks prior to arrival to confirm the combination.
  • Maximum capacity is 6 people
  • Cell phone coverage is limited in the area
  • Additional use of RVs, tents and trailers must be within the capacity of the cabin and site usage; guest camping at the site is not allowed
  • Pets are welcome but must remain outside
  • Cabin stay duration is limited to 7 days
  • Vehicle parking is allowed in the driveway, not in cabin yard
  • Riding and pack stock are not allowed in the cabin yard or premises
  • Hanging and cleaning of game animals is not allowed on the premises
  • ATVs are only allowed on designated roads and trails; a State of Oregon ATV permit is required to use ATVs on Forest Service Roads and trails
  • All Forest Service Cabin rentals are nonsmoking facilities
  • Click here for more information about Wallowa-Whitman National Forest
  • 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.

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Last updated: October 23, 2026

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