Teanaway Guard Station
The Teanaway Guard Station is located in the Okanogan-Wenatchee National Forest, north of Cle Elum, Washington. The cabin was originally constructed in 1950 by gold miner Archie Redding, who built the cabin near Mineral Springs, Washington. In 1978, Archie passed away and his cabin came into Forest Service possession. The cabin was then moved to its present location and used as a fire guard station intermittently until becoming available for reservation in 2004. The guard station sits at 3,200 feet elevation in the Teanaway River drainage with the icy North Fork Teanaway River just across the road. It is available for rent early May through mid-November and mid-December through early April.
Check availability on Recreation.gov ↗
Site mix
| Cabins | 1 |
Site guide
1 site. Tap a filter to narrow the list; the map follows.
| Site | Fits, ft | Surface | People / vehicles | Fires |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 01 | 75 | Gravel | 2 / 2 | Yes |
Per-site records as published by the managing agency on Recreation.gov. Blank cells mean the agency listed nothing for that site. Check-in 2:00 PM, checkout 12:00 PM.
Amenities & rules
| Campfires | Allowed, subject to restrictions |
The rustic 12x18-foot log cabin can sleep two people on a set of bunk beds with mattresses. Other amenities include table and chairs, a Coleman propane cook stove and a D battery operated lantern. The propane stove must be taken outside for use. No stoves or open flames are allowed in the cabin. A wood stove heats the cabin; however, wood must be split. An axe, splitting maul and wedge are available for guest use. A snow shovel is provided. A picnic table, fire pit and vault toilet are located outdoors. There is no water or electricity available at the site. Guests must bring water for drinking, cooking and washing. Water can be taken from the Teanaway River, but must be treated before drinking. Fuel and D-batteries are not provided for the propane stove or battery operated lantern. Guests must bring their own 16.4-ounce propane canisters and four D batteries, as well as cooking utensils, cookware, backup lighting, sleeping bags, towels, dish soap, matches, toilet paper and garbage bags. All trash and food must be packed out, and guests are expected to clean the cabin before leaving.
Individual sites vary. Confirm on Recreation.gov or with the managing office.
Weather by month
Getting there
From I-90, take exit 85 (Highway 970) and go north approximately 6.5 miles to Teanaway Road. Turn left and drive 13 miles to end of pavement. Veer right onto Forest Service Road (FSR) 9737. Continue 2.2 miles, and then turn right to the Guard Station.
| Nearest town | Cle Elum, Washington |
| Coordinates | 47.3597° N, 120.8553° W · Directions ↗ |
Good to know
- Up to 24 inches of snowfall in a 24 hour period is not uncommon in this area, making it a winter wonderland for cross-country skiing, backcountry skiing and snowboarding and snowshoeing.
Fire nearby
- WildfireThree Queens
19 mi from the campground · 9,575 acres · 33% contained
- WildfireKing
20 mi from the campground · 3,427 acres · 36% contained
- WildfireLittle Giant
45 mi from the campground · 172,912 acres · 95% contained
- WildfireAncient Lakes
45 mi from the campground · 15 acres
Distance is to the reported incident point, not the fire edge. Call the managing office before you drive.
Supplies & services
| Dump station | RV Sanitation Station ↗ | 12.7 mi |
| Outdoor gear | EVO ↗ | 26.5 mi |
| RV sales & service | Lan A's RV ↗ | 26.6 mi |
Locations © OpenStreetMap contributors. Call ahead; hours change seasonally.
Explore
Worth a stop
Mountain biking and hiking trails are located within 2 miles of the cabin.
- 12.2 miSpeelyi Beach ↗Swimming
- 14 miScatter Creek - Cle Trailhead ↗Trailhead
Trails nearby
- 1 miStandup ↗5.2 mi trail
- 2 miNorth Fork Teanaway ↗9.8 mi trail
- 2 miJungle Creek Moto4.2 mi trail
- 2 miJungle Creek XC Ski4 mi trail
- 2 miJack Creek ↗23.4 mi trail
- 2 miJungle Creek3.8 mi trail
Trailheads within three miles
- 2.5 miStafford Creek Trailhead ↗Okanogan-Wenatchee National Forest
Trail and trailhead records are the Forest Service's. Distances are straight-line to the nearer trail end. Trail conditions are not tracked here.
Public land it sits in
This campground sits inside Okanogan-Wenatchee National Forest.
- inOkanogan-Wenatchee National Forest ↗National Forest · Forest Service · 3,858,129 acres
- 5.7 miAlpine Lakes Wilderness ↗Wilderness · Forest Service · 414,322 acres
- 13.4 miMt. Baker-Snoqualmie National Forest ↗National Forest · Forest Service · 2,025,595 acres
Each unit is published as a centre point and an acreage rather than a boundary, so this section stands it in for a circle of the same area. Whether a campground is inside, and how far it is from one it is outside, are both approximate.
Other campgrounds nearby
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On the National Register nearby
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- Northwestern Improvement Company StoreBuilding · Roslyn · 11.4 mi
- Salmon la Sac Guard StationBuilding · Cle Elum · 11.6 mi
Natural features
The Okanogan-Wenatchee National Forest is defined by its diverse landscapes, boasting high, glaciated alpine peaks, lush valleys of old-growth forest and rugged shrub-steppe country. More than 700 lakes and mountain ponds dot the glacier-carved terrain of nearby Alpine Lake Wilderness. Tree-covered valleys give way to rocky ridges and rugged peaks along the crest of the Cascades. Many peaks and slopes are permanently cloaked in snowfields. From wet forests of Douglas fir, cedar and mountain hemlock, the landscape opens up to expansive meadows and dry forests of ponderosa pine and grasses. Seasonal changes envelop the area as snowmelt gives rise to springtime wildflowers, and autumn colors welcome a landscape blanketed with snow. The area surrounding the cabin is home to abundant wildlife, including deer, squirrels, black bears, mountain lions and migratory birds.
Recreation
The nearby Ingalls Way Trail allows hikers to enjoy stunning views of Mt. Stuart and the Enchantments. Fishing is possible in nearby streams.
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Reference
Questions people ask
Do I need a reservation at Teanaway Guard Station?
Sites at Teanaway Guard Station are reservable on Recreation.gov. Any walk-up sites are listed on the booking page.
Source: Recreation.gov
What time is check-in at Teanaway Guard Station?
Check-in 2:00 PM, checkout 12:00 PM.
Source: Recreation.gov
How many sites does Teanaway Guard Station have?
1 site, including 1 cabin.
Source: Recreation.gov
Can I have a campfire at Teanaway Guard Station?
Fires are allowed in the provided rings under normal conditions. As of 2026-10-16, there are 4 active fires within 50 miles, so check current restrictions before you light one.
Source: Fire nearby
What is there to do at Teanaway Guard Station?
The nearby Ingalls Way Trail allows hikers to enjoy stunning views of Mt. The Recreation section on this page has the rest.
Source: Recreation
What is the nearest town to Teanaway Guard Station?
Cle Elum, Washington. Mountain biking and hiking trails are located within 2 miles of the cabin.
Source: Getting there
What if Teanaway Guard Station is full?
The nearest public campgrounds are Beverly (1.7 mi, first-come), Mineral Springs Group (8.7 mi, partly first-come), and Cayuse Horse Camp (11.5 mi).
Source: Campgrounds nearby