Fall River Guard Station
Closed — Closed for the season. Typically open for reservations from April through October. Check-in is 3:00 p.m. and check-out is 11:00 a.m. Contact the Bend-Fort Rock Ranger District at (541) 383-5300 to confirm road access and operating conditions before your visit.
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.
Aquatic Invasive Species
This Order prohibits 1) possessing, storing, or transporting any aquatic invasive animal species AND 2) prohibits possessing, storing, or transporting any aquatic or riparian invasive plant species - on National Forest System lands in the Pacific Northwest Region as specified in the Order.
Restrictions on Use of Forage and Mulch Products
This Order prohibits unloading, storing, or using any straw, hay, grain, seed, or other forage or mulch products that are not state-certified weed free on the National Forest System lands, roads or trails in any Closure Area as specific in the Order.
West Bend Area Trail Closures
We are restoring the forest adjacent to the City of Bend to improve forest health, create a diversity of plant and wildlife habitat and to protect our communities and quality of life.
Deschutes 14-Day Camping Order
Deschutes 14-Day Camping Order (Effective November 14, 2024, Order #06-01-25-01)Describes the prohibition of camping or otherwise occupying a single location for a period longer than 14 consecutive c
Wilderness Permit, Camping & Fire Restrictions Order
Wilderness Permit, Camping, and Fire Restrictions Order (Effective May 1, 2024, Order #06-01-24-01)Describes the special restrictions and prohibitions for Wilderness areas on the Deschutes and Willamette Natio
Blue-Green Algae Information
The Deschutes National Forest encourages people recreating on the national forest to be aware of potential blue-green algae blooms on lakes and reservoirs as the weather warms. Not all algae in lakes and reservoirs is blue-green algae.
Recreating in the Cedar Creek Fire Burned Area
Please use caution when recreating in areas that were impacted by the 2022 Cedar Creek Fire. A burned landscape presents a number of safety hazards that either did not exist prior to the fire or have been exacerbated by the effects of the fire.
Camping & Campfire Forest Order
Camping and Campfire Forest Order (Effective April 6, 2021, Order #06-01-21-01)Describes where camping and campfires are prohibited on the Deschutes National Forest.This Order becomes effect
Cave Resource Protection Forest Order
Cave Resource Protection Forest Order (Effective April 1, 2021 Order #06-01-21-02)Describes the prohibitions for entering or exploring caves or areas near caves on the Deschutes National Forest.This O
About
Fall River Guard Station is a rustic historic cabin situated on the banks of the spring-fed Fall River in Deschutes National Forest. Built by the Civilian Conservation Corps in the 1930s in the Cascadia architectural style typical of the Pacific Northwest Region, this single-story structure originally served as an outpost for fighting forest fires. The 600-square-foot cabin features two bedrooms, a kitchen, and living room, accommodating up to 5 guests with one full bed, one twin bed, and a two-person futon. The cabin is equipped with propane-powered amenities including heat, refrigerator, lights, and stove. A picnic table is provided for outdoor dining, and a vault toilet is located on the premises. Guests must bring their own water, as none is available on-site, along with sleeping bags or bedding, towels, food, and cooking utensils. For the 2025 season, no kitchenware is provided. The location offers exceptional recreational opportunities. Fall River, flowing adjacent to the cabin, is open exclusively to fly-fishing and hosts brook, brown, and rainbow trout, as well as native whitefish below the falls. The Fall River Trail is accessible from the guard station, winding through lodgepole and ponderosa pine forests along the river. The surrounding landscape showcases the volcanic geology and diverse ecosystems of central Oregon, with nearby attractions including the Cascade Lakes Scenic Byway, Newberry National Volcanic Monument, and Lava Lands Visitor Center in Bend.
Directions
From Bend, Oregon, take Highway 97 south. Exit at Sunriver and drive west. Go through the roundabout to Century Drive and turn left. Follow Century Drive south for 3 miles to the junction with South Century Drive (State Route 42). Turn right and head 11 miles west. Fall River Guard Station is on the left side of the road. Entry to the cabin is by combination lock box.
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Amenities
| Water | No |
| Fires Allowed | — |
| Toilets | Yes |
| Dump Station | No |
| Wifi | No |
| Pets Allowed | Yes |
| Showers | No |
| Electric Hookups | — |
| Water Hookups | — |
| Sewer Hookups | — |
| Camp Store | No |
| Price | $90 |
Vehicle
| Max RV Length | — |
| Max Trailer Length | — |
| Big Rig Friendly | — |
| Pull Through Sites | No |
Contact
| Phone | +1 (541) 383-5300 |
Cell Service
| AT&T | Yes |
| Verizon | Yes |
| T-Mobile | None |
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