Fry Meadows Guard Station
Closed — Closed for the season. Generally accessible by vehicle mid-May through mid-November. Winter access requires skis, snowshoes, or snowmobile.
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. Some examples of these include hay bales, hay…
Fireworks and Explosives are always Prohibited
Fireworks and explosives (including explosive targets) are always prohibited on national forest lands. The prohibition of fireworks and exploding targets on national forest system lands is part of a set of permanent fire safety regulations in the Code of Federal Regulations (CFR), listed below.…
Road and Campground Closure - Tucannon Area
The Umatilla National Forest has temporarily closed four roads and other recreation sites on the Pomeroy Ranger District due to unsafe driving conditions caused by the recent rainfall and river flooding. Forest Service Road (FSR) 47 has been closed at the junction of the Tucannon Fish Hatchery to…
Use of Vehicles - Asotin Winter Ranger Closure
The Asotin Winter Range Area Closure prohibits the possession or use of a vehicle off National Forest System Roads and using any type of vehicle prohibited on National Forest System Roads within specific boundaries.
Seasonal Use of Motorized Vehicles - Meacham Divide Nordic Area
Seasonal use of motorized vehicles on and off national forest system roads located in the Meacham Divide Nordic Area. This Forest Order is effective January 22, 2026, through January 1, 2028.
Seasonal Use of Motorized Vehicles - Horseshoe Prairie Nordic Area
Seasonal use of motorized vehicles on and off national forest system roads located in the Horseshoe Prairie Nordic Area. This Forest Order is effective January 22, 2026, through January 1, 2028.
Seasonal Use of Motorized Vehicles - Andies Prairie Snow Play Area
Seasonal use of motorized vehicles on and off national forest system roads located in the Andies Prairie Snow Play Area. This Forest Order is effective January 22, 2026, through January 1, 2028.
Use of Motorized Vehicles - Spout Springs Ski Area
Use of motorized vehicles on and off National Forest System Roads and Trails located in the Spout Springs Ski area. This Forest Order is effective January 22, 2026, through January 1, 2028.
Use of Motorized Vehicles - Bluewood Ski Area
Use of motorized vehicles on and off National Forest System Roads and Trails located in the Bluewood Ski Area. This Forest Order is effective January 22, 2026, through January 1, 2028.
Speed Limit Adjustment on Forest Service Roads 40 and 42
Speed Limit Adjustment on Forest Service Roads (FSR) 40 and 42 on the Pomeroy Ranger District. This Forest Order is effective September 4, 2025, through August 31, 2027.
Wake and Personal Watercraft Prohibition on Olive Lake
Wake and personal watercraft prohibition for Olive Lake. This Forest Order is effective August 26, 2026, through August 26, 2028.
Occupancy and Use in the Umatilla NF Wilderness Areas
Prohibitions for occupancy and Use in the Umatilla NF Wilderness Areas including storing equipment, personal property or supplies, possessing or using a wagon, cart or other vehicles, riding, and more. This Forest Order is effective August 21, 2025, through August 31, 2027
Spout Springs Ski Area Information
Spout Springs Ski Area will be closed for the 2025-2026 season. The Forest Service is looking for an operator to provide professional management and operational oversight at Spout Springs. The operator will be responsible for all aspects of resort management, including but not limited to: hiring…
Mill Creek Municipal Watershed Closure Area
A special closure area for the Mill Creek Municipal Watershed that prohibits going into or being upon the described area. This closure is in place for the protection of public health and safety. This Forest Order is effective November 19, 2024, through November 19, 2026.
14 Day Stay Limit
Camping on the Umatilla, Wallowa-Whitman, and Malheur National Forests for a period longer than 14 days within any 30-day period is prohibited. This Forest Order is effective July 14, 2023, through July 20, 2026.
Panjab Trail #3127 bridge temporarily removed
Forest Service Officials have temporarily removed the Panjab Trail #3127 bridge to proactively mitigate potential post-fire debris flows that could damage the bridge this winter or next spring. The area experienced a runoff event in the spring of 2022, which created debris slides down Panjab…
Over-snow Vehicle Restrictions
Prohibitions on over-snow vehicle restrictions including operating or possessing an over-snow vehicle with a body width greater than 60 inches, operating an over-snow vehicle on Forest Service system roads or trails located on the Umatilla NF from April 1st to December 31st, and operating an…
Hydrologic Outlook issued April 10 at 4:30PM PDT by NWS Pendleton OR
ESFPDT Moderate rain this weekend in the Washington Cascades and northern Blue Mountains combined with snowmelt from above normal temperatures will lead to river rises this weekend and early next week. Most rivers are currently running at low levels and the increased streamflows will not be a problem. However, the Naches River at Cliffdell and at Naches are expected to rise above Action Stage early Saturday through Monday. The Grande Ronde River at Troy is expected to rise but stay barely below Action Stage Monday through Tuesday morning. Only localized minor flooding is expected. Please monitor the latest river forecasts from the National Weather Service for additional information.
About
Fry Meadows Guard Station offers the peaceful solitude of a remote nature-lover's paradise just south of the Wenaha-Tucannon Wilderness and west of the Grande Ronde Wild and Scenic River. This site was originally established as a ranger station before 1908 as part of the former Wenaha National Forest. The existing cabin was constructed in 1935 by the Civilian Conservation Corps and served as a remote guard station until about 1980. The two-room cabin features classic 1930s CCC design with a combined living/sleeping area and kitchen. It's equipped with two full beds, two twin beds with mattresses, propane cook stove, propane heater, and propane lights. The cabin accommodates up to six guests, with additional tent camping space available in the yard. A vault toilet is located nearby. Visitors must bring all water for drinking, cooking, and washing, as well as sleeping bags, flashlight, and garbage bags for pack-in-pack-out waste management. Tucked beneath a shady canopy of towering spruce and fir, the guard station sits at the edge of an expansive meadow bursting with grasses and wildflowers including lupine, larkspur, monkey flower, and orchids. Deer and elk graze in the meadow at evening, while diverse bird species including hummingbirds, hawks, tanagers, and warblers provide a natural symphony. The surrounding Wenaha-Tucannon Wilderness offers more than 200 miles of managed trails for hiking and horseback riding. The Grande Ronde Wild and Scenic River provides opportunities for float boating and salmon and steelhead fishing. Seasonal mushroom and berry picking, including huckleberries and morels, is popular in the area.
Directions
From Weston, Oregon: Travel 20 miles east on Highway 204. Turn left (north) onto Forest Service Road 64 and follow for approximately 11 miles to the junction with Forest Service Road 63. Turn right onto FSR 63 and travel about 8.8 miles to the junction with FSR 62. Turn left onto FSR 62 and travel 3.9 miles to FSR 6235. Turn right onto FSR 6235 and travel about 1.1 miles to Fry Meadows Guard Station on the right. From Elgin, Oregon: Drive on the Elgin-Palmer Junction County Road for about 15 miles to the junction with Lookingglass Road/FSR 63. Go down Lookingglass Road for about 2 miles to the end of pavement where FSR 63 starts. Continue on FSR 63 for about 4.7 miles to the junction with FSR 62. Turn right on FSR 62 and travel about 3.9 miles to FSR 6235. Turn right on FSR 6235 and travel about 1.1 miles to the cabin on the right.
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Amenities
| Water | No |
| Fires Allowed | Yes |
| Toilets | Yes |
| Dump Station | No |
| Wifi | No |
| Pets Allowed | Yes |
| Showers | No |
| Electric Hookups | — |
| Water Hookups | — |
| Sewer Hookups | — |
| Camp Store | No |
| Price | $40 |
Vehicle
| Max RV Length | — |
| Max Trailer Length | — |
| Big Rig Friendly | No |
| Pull Through Sites | No |
Contact
| r6_umatilla_public_inquiries@fs.fed.us | |
| Phone | +1 (509) 522-6290 |
Cell Service
| AT&T | None |
| Verizon | Yes |
| T-Mobile | None |
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