Lodgepole Guard Station
Currently closed. The facility was temporarily closed due to water system issues. Reservations for the typical March through September season have not yet been released. Contact the High Cascades Ranger District at +1 (541) 560-3400 for current reopening information.
Fire Weather Watch issued July 20 at 12:40PM PDT until July 22 at 11:00PM PDT by NWS Medford OR
The National Weather Service in Medford has issued a Fire Weather Watch, which is in effect from Wednesday morning through Wednesday evening. * IMPACTS...Abundant lightning on dry fuels will likely create new ignitions across the region. Any fires that develop could spread rapidly. Numerous new fire starts could overwhelm initial attack. * AFFECTED AREA...Areas in southern Oregon along and east of the Cascades, along the western foothills and slopes of the Cascades, and over the Siskiyous, including Fire Weather Zones 617...621...622...623...624 and 625. * THUNDERSTORMS...Moving roughly north to northeast around 15 to 20 mph. Storm mode will be mostly wet thunderstorms, but dry lightning strikes can occur outside of wet cores. * OUTFLOW WINDS...Isolated gusts up to 45 mph. * DETAILED URL...View the hazard area in detail at https://weather.gov/wrh/hazards?wfo=mfr
Air Quality Alert issued July 20 at 3:16PM PDT by NWS Medford OR
Oregon Department of Environmental Quality has issued an Air Pollution Advisory for northern Jackson County...in effect until 2 PM PDT Wednesday. Wildfires burning in the region combined with forecast conditions will cause air quality levels to fluctuate and could be at unhealthy levels. Smoke levels can change rapidly depending on the weather. People at risk include infants and young children, people with heart or lung disease, older adults and pregnant people. People can take the following precautions to protect their health: * Follow local burn restrictions to prevent deteriorating air quality. * Avoid strenuous outdoor activity during periods of poor air quality. * People with heart or lung problems and young children are especially vulnerable. These people should stay indoors while smoke levels are high. * Use certified High Efficiency Particulate Air (HEPA) filters in indoor heating, ventilation, cooling and air purification systems. For additional information...please visit the web site at https://oregonsmoke.org
Air Quality Alert issued July 20 at 1:18PM PDT by NWS Medford OR
Oregon Department of Environmental Quality has issued an Air Pollution Advisory for northern Jackson County...in effect until 2 PM PDT Wednesday. Wildfires burning in the region combined with forecast conditions will cause air quality levels to fluctuate and could be at unhealthy levels. Smoke levels can change rapidly depending on the weather. People at risk include infants and young children, people with heart or lung disease, older adults and pregnant people. People can take the following precautions to protect their health: * Follow local burn restrictions to prevent deteriorating air quality. * Avoid strenuous outdoor activity during periods of poor air quality. * People with heart or lung problems and young children are especially vulnerable. These people should stay indoors while smoke levels are high. * Use certified High Efficiency Particulate Air (HEPA) filters in indoor heating, ventilation, cooling and air purification systems. For additional information...please visit the web site at https://oregonsmoke.org
About
The guard station at Lodgepole Meadow was built in 1935 by the Civilian Conservation Corps to replace the original 1911 station, serving as a remote outpost for early Forest Service crews. During WWII, it acted as base camp for Herb and Zella Wright, a husband-and-wife lookout team who spent winters watching for enemy aircraft from Blue Rock Lookout. Today, this outstanding example of CCC Pacific Northwest architecture welcomes visitors seeking a unique camping experience. The one-story cabin features a bedroom with full-size bed, living room with futon and wood stove, bathroom with flush toilet and hot shower, and a kitchen equipped with propane refrigerator, stove, and basic cooking utensils. Propane heat keeps the cabin warm, though there is no electrical lighting so guests must bring lanterns or flashlights. The 40-acre property includes cross-fenced pastures, a barn with stables and horse paddocks, and ample tent camping space in the yard. Horse enthusiasts will find this an ideal base camp, with additional riding trails a short trailer ride away including the Alta Lake, Middle Fork, and Seven Lakes Trails leading into the Sky Lakes Wilderness. The rolling hills and diverse landscapes provide habitat for spotted owls, bull elk, salamanders, and salmon. Nearby attractions include Diamond Lake Resort, Crater Lake National Park, Lost Creek Lake, and Mount McLoughlin.
Directions
From Butte Falls, OR, drive east on the Butte Falls-Fish Lake Highway (County Road 821). Less than a mile from town, turn left onto the Butte Falls-Prospect Highway (County Road 992) and travel north 9 miles to Forest Road 34. Turn right, go 5 miles on Forest Road 34 to its junction with Forest Road 3400-600. Unlock the gate and travel north/northeast on Forest Road 3400-600 for 1 mile. Turn left through the gate and proceed 200 yards to the guard station. Alternative route: From Prospect, OR, turn east onto County Road 992 at the Prospect Hotel, travel approximately 14 miles, and turn left on Forest Road 34.
Amenities
| Water | No |
| Fires Allowed | Yes |
| Toilets | Yes |
| Dump Station | No |
| Wifi | No |
| Pets Allowed | Yes |
| Showers | Yes |
| Electric Hookups | — |
| Water Hookups | — |
| Sewer Hookups | — |
| Camp Store | No |
| Price | $85 |
Vehicle
| Max RV Length | — |
| Max Trailer Length | — |
| Big Rig Friendly | No |
| Pull Through Sites | No |
Contact
| Phone | +1 (541) 560-3400 |
Cell Service
| AT&T | None |
| Verizon | None |
| T-Mobile | None |
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