Cabin rental · U.S. Forest Service · Umatilla National Forest · Pomeroy, WA

Godman Guard Station

Godman Guard Station was built in 1933-34 as part of an administrative complex and sits just outside the impressive Wenaha-Tucannon Wilderness. This two-story, wood frame structure is surrounded by tall timbers such as Grand fir, Douglas fir, Engelmann spruce, Lodgepole pine, and subalpine fir. The complex is adjacent to the historic Godman Campground built by the Civilian Conservation Corps. The cabin is located about 28 miles from Dayton, Washington in the Umatilla National Forest. Weather permitting, the cabin is typically accessible by automobile from June to November. Winter access requires skis, snowshoes or snowmobiles. A groomed snowmobile trail passes by the cabin.

Cabin rentalReservable · Recreation.gov1 sitePets ok
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Sunlit white cabin with shutters closed, gray trim and six steps up.Upstairs bedroomGodman KitchenView into kitchen
Photos courtesy of USFS, Pomeroy Ranger District · Recreation.gov
4fires
active
Paradise · 12 mi away · 9,656 acres
3 more within 50 miles
Incident details ↓

Site mix

Cabins1
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Site guide

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SiteEntrySurfacePeople / vehiclesFires
001Back-inGravel8 / 4Yes

Per-site records as published by the managing agency on Recreation.gov. Blank cells mean the agency listed nothing for that site. Check-in 1:00 PM, checkout 11:00 AM.

Amenities & rules

PetsAllowed

The two-story, wood frame structure sleeps up to eight people and features two bedrooms, a living area, and kitchen. An outhouse is available year-round. Furnishings include two bunkbeds, 3 single beds, recliner style chairs, a couch, a kitchen table and chairs. Also provided are a propane cook stove, heat, lights and refrigerator. Outside the cabin there is a firepit and picnic table. No water is provided. Guests should bring water year-round, plenty for drinking, cooking, and cleaning. A spring is nearby for those who wish to treat and boil water. Guests will also need to bring food, bedding, dishes, cooking utensils, pots and pans, trash bags and a first aid kit. General cleaning is expected before departure. All garbage and food must be packed out.

Individual sites vary. Confirm on Recreation.gov or with the managing office.

Weather by month

NOAA climate normals →
Weather by month near Godman Guard Station30°40°50°60°70°80°January: 2.08 inches of precipitation, 6.3 inches of snowFebruary: 1.72 inches of precipitation, 1.9 inches of snowMarch: 2.24 inches of precipitation, 1.0 inches of snowApril: 1.86 inches of precipitation, 0.1 inches of snowMay: 1.80 inches of precipitation, 0.0 inches of snowJune: 1.24 inches of precipitation, 0.0 inches of snowJuly: 0.39 inches of precipitation, 0.0 inches of snowAugust: 0.45 inches of precipitation, 0.0 inches of snowSeptember: 0.73 inches of precipitation, 0.0 inches of snowOctober: 1.54 inches of precipitation, 0.1 inches of snowNovember: 2.43 inches of precipitation, 1.2 inches of snowDecember: 2.31 inches of precipitation, 5.2 inches of snowJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanuary: 34.0°F averageFebruary: 37.2°F averageMarch: 43.4°F averageApril: 49.4°F averageMay: 57.2°F averageJune: 63.4°F averageJuly: 71.3°F averageAugust: 70.5°F averageSeptember: 62.2°F averageOctober: 50.4°F averageNovember: 40.2°F averageDecember: 33.6°F average0 in2 in4 in6 in8 inTemp °FInches
The line is the average temperature and the bars are average precipitation at Dayton 1 WSW, 18 miles from the campground at 1,557 feet, station USC00452030 in the NOAA monthly climate normals for 1991 to 2020. Precipitation totals about 19 inches a year. The dotted line is average snowfall, about 16 inches a year on the same inches scale.

Getting there

From Dayton, take 4th street south for 6 blocks, and turn east on Eckler Mountain Road for about 15 miles. Turn right at the Y intersection. Continue on Forest Road 46 for 12 miles to Godman. The guard station will be on the left. The site is accessible to vehicles from mid to late-June through mid-October to early-November.

Nearest townPomeroy, Washington
Coordinates46.1005° N, 117.7852° W · Directions ↗

Good to know

  • Mop, bucket, broom, and cleaning supplies provided (water is not provided).
  • Cleaning service is not always available between guests, please leave the cabin as you would like to find it.

Charges and cancellations

For Reservation Changes & Cancellation Fees, please see Rules & Reservation Policies.

Fire nearby

  • Wildfire
    Paradise

    12 mi from the campground · 9,656 acres · 86% contained

  • Wildfire
    Columbia Center Mutual Aid

    23 mi from the campground · 150 acres

  • Prescribed
    Lojo Starvation 13A Underburn Rx

    36 mi from the campground · 110 acres

  • Wildfire
    Hagen

    36 mi from the campground · 61,380 acres · 99% contained

Distance is to the reported incident point, not the fire edge. Call the managing office before you drive.

Supplies & services

Dump stationDump station ↗29.6 mi
Outdoor gearSportsman's Warehouse ↗42.6 mi
RV sales & serviceTravelland RV ↗43.3 mi

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Explore

Worth a stop

The cabin is 28 miles or a one-hour drive from Dayton. Groceries and fuel are available. The Tucannon Last Resort Store is also about an hour's drive away.

Trails nearby

Forest Service trail data →

Trailheads within three miles

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

On Wilderness Atlas →

This campground sits inside Wenaha-Tucannon Wilderness.

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.

On the National Register nearby

On Register Atlas →

Natural features

Godman Guard Station is perched above the Wenaha-Tucannon Wilderness at an elevation of 5,600 feet. From the barn less than 200 yards up the hill from the cabin, expansive views of the wilderness can be seen. The Wenaha-Tucannon Wilderness includes nearly 180,000 acres of rugged basaltic ridges, steep canyons, rushing rivers and their tributaries and abundant wildlife. Rocky Mountain Elk, bighorn sheep, white-tailed and mule deer, black bears, cougars, coyotes and pine martens inhabit the region.

Recreation

Visitors to Godman Guard Station have access to many recreation opportunities. Hiking: Step out of the Godman Guard Station and into the backyard of the Wenaha-Tucannon Wilderness. This wilderness includes an expanse of 177,465 acres of rugged, basaltic ridges, steep canyons, rushing rivers and their tributaries, quiet beauty, abundant wildlife, and stunning views. Access nearest the cabin to the Wilderness is via West Butte Trail #3138. Be prepared for trailhead fees if you visit the areas developed trailheads, you can purchase a pass ahead of your trip or pay on site. Fishing: Many trails descend into the rugged river canyons and offer fishing opportunities. Check with the appropriate State Department of Fish and Wildlife for licensing and regulations. Hunting: Many species are at home in the area including whitetail deer, mule deer, black bear, elk, turkey and grouse. Horseback: Horseback riding is popular in this area during the summer and fall to access the wilderness. Due to sanitary reasons, horses are not allowed near the Godman Guard Station. There are hitching rails and feed bunks located at the barn less than 200 yards up the hill from the guard station.

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Reference

Questions people ask

Do I need a reservation at Godman Guard Station?

Sites at Godman 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 Godman Guard Station?

Check-in 1:00 PM, checkout 11:00 AM.

Source: Recreation.gov

How many sites does Godman Guard Station have?

1 site, including 1 cabin.

Source: Recreation.gov

Are pets allowed at Godman Guard Station?

Yes, pets are allowed at Godman Guard Station. Leash rules apply.

Source: Recreation.gov

What is there to do at Godman Guard Station?

Visitors to Godman Guard Station have access to many recreation opportunities. The Recreation section on this page has the rest.

Source: Recreation

What is the nearest town to Godman Guard Station?

Pomeroy, Washington. The cabin is 28 miles or a one-hour drive from Dayton.

Source: Getting there

What if Godman Guard Station is full?

The nearest public campgrounds are Godman Campground/Trailhead (0.1 mi, first-come), Midway Campground (4.7 mi, first-come), and Panjab Campground (8.1 mi, first-come).

Source: Campgrounds nearby