Allison Guard Station
Allison Guard Station is not currently listed among the Malheur National Forest's available cabin rentals. The cookhouse was previously offered as a public rental from late May through early October, but the facility does not appear on the current USFS rental listings. The station continues to operate as an active fire guard station during summer months.
Red Flag Warning issued August 12 at 9:29PM PDT until August 14 at 5:00AM PDT by NWS Pendleton OR
...MONSOON MOISTURE WILL BRING SCATTERED THUNDERSTORMS THURSDAY... .A push of monsoon moisture will bring scattered thunderstorms to the region Thursday afternoon through Friday morning. Lingering dry surface air will limit the rainfall amounts on Thursday, increasing concern for lightning ignitions. The National Weather Service in Pendleton has issued a Red Flag Warning for abundant lightning, which is in effect from 1 PM Thursday to 5 AM PDT Friday. * AFFECTED AREA...Fire Weather Zones 696 John Day Valley, 697 Central Blue Mountains, 698 Southern Blue Mountains and 699 Western Forested Blue Mountains. * TIMING...From 1 PM Thursday to 5 AM PDT Friday. * IMPACTS...Any fire that develops will catch and spread quickly. Outdoor burning is not recommended. * THUNDERSTORMS...Scattered coverage with abundant lightning. * OUTFLOW WINDS...Gusty erratic winds up to 40 mph.
Air Quality Alert issued August 12 at 12:13PM MDT by NWS Boise ID
* WHAT...High concentration of smoke particulates from wildfire smoke. * WHERE...Harney and Malheur Counties. * WHEN...UNTIL NOON PDT FRIDAY. * IMPACTS...Smoke can irritate the eyes, lungs and worsen some medical conditions. People most at risk to adverse health effects include infants, young children, people with heart or lung disease, older adults, and pregnant women. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Smoke levels can change rapidly depending on weather. Check current conditions on the Oregon Smoke Information Blog, DEQ's Air Quality Index, or by downloading the free OregonAIR app on your smartphone.
Alcohol Prohibitions
This Order describes acts that are prohibited upon lands, roads and trails within the National Forest System administered by the Forest Service Pacific Northwest Region in regards to alcoholic beverages.
About
Allison Guard Station sits in a remote section of the Ochoco Mountains within Malheur National Forest, approximately 60 miles northwest of Burns, Oregon. The compound consists of eight rustic buildings, including the original 1911 Donnelly Cabin built by ranger E.W. 'Cy' Donnelly, which is listed on the National Register of Historic Places. The Civilian Conservation Corps added seven additional structures in 1935. The station remains an active Forest Service facility, housing a twelve-person firefighting crew during summer fire season. The 954-square-foot CCC-era cookhouse was renovated in 2005 and previously operated as a public rental from late May through early October. When available, the cookhouse offered a living room, two furnished bedrooms, a kitchen with refrigerator and propane stove, and an indoor bathroom with shower. Electric lights, hot water, and drinking water were provided. However, Allison Guard Station does not currently appear on the Malheur National Forest's official list of cabin rentals. The forest currently offers five other rental properties: Deer Creek, Murderers Creek, Short Creek, and Sunshine Guard Stations, plus Fall Mountain Lookout.
Directions
From Burns, travel south on Highway 20 through Hines for 4 miles, then turn northwest onto Forest Road 47 for 18 miles to Forest Road 41. Follow Road 41 for 40 miles past Delintment Lake to reach the station.
Amenities
| Water | Yes |
| Fires Allowed | — |
| Toilets | Yes |
| Dump Station | No |
| Wifi | — |
| Pets Allowed | — |
| Showers | Yes |
| Electric Hookups | — |
| Water Hookups | — |
| Sewer Hookups | — |
| Camp Store | No |
Vehicle
| Max RV Length | — |
| Max Trailer Length | — |
| Big Rig Friendly | No |
| Pull Through Sites | — |
Contact
| Phone | +1 (541) 575-3000 |
Cell Service
| AT&T | None |
| Verizon | None |
| T-Mobile | None |
Useful Links
| Malheur NF Cabin Rentals | |
| Allison Guard Station Wikipedia |
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