AMERICAN RIVER GUARD STATION

About

American River Guard Station is located about 40 miles west of Naches, Washington on the banks of the American River in the eastern Cascade Mountains. The rustic cabin and outhouse were built by the men of the 932nd Camp Naches Civilian Conservation Corps crew in 1941 as a summer residence and work site for fire patrol and recreation management personnel. In the 1970s, volunteers and permit holders sporadically used the cabin, until it was found eligible to be listed on the National Register of Historic Places in 1999. Today, the cabin, which is located in the heart of the central Cascades recreation area in eastern Washington off the scenic Mather Memorial Parkway, offers visitors a wonderful setting for year-round recreation and relaxation. For questions directed toward Naches Ranger District please call 509-653-1401, between the hours of 8 a.m.-4:30 p.m. If you would like to leave a voicemail after hours please call 509-653-1449 Keep the building and grounds clean to deter squirrel, mice, rats, bears, and other wildlife from area Please do not let pets roam freely, as they may endanger wildlife and plants Livestock is not allowed Pack out all food and garbage Doors and windows should be locked and all personal items removed upon departure The cabin is a no-smoking facility Propane stoves, candles, or other open flame devices are not allowed in the cabin There are no utility hookups The cabin is part of a group site with a capacity of 8 people and up to 4 passenger vehicles. Learn more about Okanogan-Wenatchee National Forest Don’t Move Firewood: Please protect Pacific Northwest forests by preventing the spread of invasive species. Firewood can carry insects and diseases that can threaten the health of our western forests. You can make a difference by obtaining and burning your firewood near your camping destination. Visit Dontmovefirewood.org for further information.