Fall River Guard Station
Fall River Guard Station is situated beneath a canopy of lodgepole pine on the banks of the Fall River in Deschutes National Forest. Built by the Civilian Conservation Corps in the 1930's, the cabin was originally used as an outpost to fight forest fires. The cabin is an ideal setting for relaxation and recreation, and is available for reservation from April to October.
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Site guide
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| Site | Entry | Surface | Shade | Waterfront | People / vehicles | Fires |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fall River Guard Station | Pull-through | Gravel | Partial | Riverfront | 6 / 3 | 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 3:00 PM, checkout 11:00 AM.
Amenities & rules
| Max vehicle length | 16 ft |
| Campfires | Allowed, subject to restrictions |
This rustic, 600-square-foot, single story cabin was constructed in the Cascadia style of the Pacific Northwest Region. It has two bedrooms, a kitchen and a living room. The cabin is furnished with one full bed, a twin bed and a two-person futon in the living room. Cabin amenities include a heater, refrigerator, lights and stove, all powered by propane. The kitchen is furnished with cooking utensils, pots and pans. A picnic table is provided for outdoor dining. Guests must bring several of their own amenities, including food, preferred cooking utensils, sleeping bags or preferred bedding, towels, dish soap, matches, a first aid kit, toilet paper and garbage bags. There is no water available at the site. Guests must bring water for drinking, cooking and washing. A vault toilet is located on the premises. RV camping is allowed on-site.
Individual sites vary. Confirm on Recreation.gov or with the managing office.
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Getting there
Entry to the cabin is by combination lock box. Please call the Forest Service office at 541-383-5300 if you are having difficulty with the combination provided. You can also stop by the office, located at 63095 Deschutes Market Rd. Bend, OR 97701. From Bend, Oregon, take Highway 97 south. Exit at Sunriver and drive west.
| Nearest town | Bend, Oregon |
| Coordinates | 43.7683° N, 121.6331° W · Directions ↗ |
Good to know
- Call the Bend Fort Rock district office to confirm road access and operating seasons.
Fire nearby
- PrescribedJunction Rx
15 mi from the campground
- PrescribedRx Cold Springs
46 mi from the campground · 158 acres
Distance is to the reported incident point, not the fire edge. Call the managing office before you drive.
Supplies & services
| Dump station | Dump station ↗ | 22.3 mi |
| Outdoor gear | REI ↗ | 24.9 mi |
| RV sales & service | Blue Compass RV Bend ↗ | 26.6 mi |
Locations © OpenStreetMap contributors. Call ahead; hours change seasonally.
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Trails nearby
- under 0.1 miFall River3.3 mi trail · hiking
- 0.6 miFall River (south Side)0.5 mi trail · hiking
- 4.3 miWake Butte0.3 mi trail · hiking
Trailheads within three miles
- 2.8 miFall River Trailhead ↗Deschutes 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 Deschutes National Forest.
- inDeschutes National Forest ↗National Forest · Forest Service · 1,870,116 acres
- 6.3 miWillamette National Forest ↗National Forest · Forest Service · 1,801,292 acres
- 11.2 miThree Sisters Wilderness ↗Wilderness · Forest Service · 283,818 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
- Ed and Genevieve Deedon HomesteadBuilding · La Pine · 5.8 mi
Natural features
A forest of lodgepole pine provides the backdrop for this area, with the beautiful, spring-fed Fall River flowing adjacent to the cabin. Clear and cold, it originates two miles northwest of Pringle Falls and winds its way northeast to join the mighty Deschutes River. Towering nearby peaks, designated wilderness and remnants of volcanic activity in the area showcase ecosystems typical of central Oregon. Wildlife in the area abounds, including deer, native fish and migratory birds. These species, along with many others, depend on surrounding undeveloped wilderness, clean streams and diverse forests to live.
Recreation
Fall River Guard Station is a prime location for fishing, swimming and hiking in summer and early fall. Anglers will enjoy casting a line into Fall River, located just steps from the cabin. The river is open only to fly-fishing, is an outstanding contributor of brown trout to the Deschutes River and provides excellent winter habitat for numerous species. Brook, brown and rainbow trout inhabit the river, and native whitefish can be found below the falls. Access to Fall River Trail is available from the guard station, winding through lodgepole and ponderosa pine along the river.
Nearby
Lava Lands Visitor Center in Bend, Oregon, and the unique geological landscape of Newberry National Volcanic Monument draw visitors to the region. Visitors may also enjoy traveling the Cascade Lakes Scenic Byway. The 66-mile drive through the Cascade Mountain Range weaves through snow-capped peaks and alpine lakes, highlighting the beauty of central Oregon.
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Reference
Questions people ask
Do I need a reservation at Fall River Guard Station?
Sites at Fall River 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 Fall River Guard Station?
Check-in 3:00 PM, checkout 11:00 AM.
Source: Recreation.gov
How many sites does Fall River Guard Station have?
1 site, including 1 cabin.
Source: Recreation.gov
Will my RV fit at Fall River Guard Station?
The longest site here provides 16 feet of vehicle capacity. Most sites are shorter. The sidebar tool checks a trailer or motorhome length against every site.
Source: Will my RV fit
Can I have a campfire at Fall River Guard Station?
Fires are allowed in the provided rings under normal conditions. As of 2026-10-16, there are 2 active fires within 50 miles, so check current restrictions before you light one.
Source: Fire nearby
Is there cell service at Fall River Guard Station?
FCC coverage maps show Verizon 4G LTE and AT&T 5G at the campground point. Terrain changes that from one site to the next.
Source: FCC Broadband Map
What is there to do at Fall River Guard Station?
Fall River Guard Station is a prime location for fishing, swimming and hiking in summer and early fall. The Recreation section on this page has the rest.
Source: Recreation
What is the nearest town to Fall River Guard Station?
Bend, Oregon. Lava Lands Visitor Center in Bend, Oregon, and the unique geological landscape of Newberry National Volcanic Monument draw visitors to the region.
Source: Getting there
What if Fall River Guard Station is full?
The nearest public campgrounds are Fall River Campground (0.7 mi), Pringle Falls Campground (2.1 mi), and Wyeth Campground - Deschutes (2.3 mi).
Source: Campgrounds nearby