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North Cascades

Teanaway Guard Station - Washington

Okanogan and Wenatchee National Forests

History

The cabin was originally constructed in 1950 by a miner. In 1978 the cabin came into Forest Service possession and was moved to its present location. From that point on it was used as a fire guard station intermittently until becoming available for rent the summer of 2004.

Description

The rustic 12 x 18 foot, one room log cabin sits at 3,200 feet elevation in the Teanaway River drainage with the icy North Fork Teanaway River just across the road. The cabin is furnished with a set of bunk beds, a table and chairs, a wood burning stove (fire wood is provided) and propane lights. The kitchen is equipped with a propane cook stove, as well as pots and pans, a coffee pot and tea kettle, plates, cups and silverware. There is no water on site, and visitors must bring plenty for drinking, cooking and washing.

A vault toilet is located near the cabin. A picnic table and fire pit are available for outdoor barbecuing, dining and campfires. Visitors are asked to check campfire restrictions prior to arrival.

Area Attractions & Activities

Recreation opportunities in the area include hiking, mountain climbing, horseback riding, bird watching, wildlife viewing, and photography. In the spring, wildflowers follow the snow melt and can be found in August in the high country. With winter comes the opportunity for cross-country skiing, back country snowboarding, snowshoeing and snowmobiling. Hike nearby Ingalls Way trail to enjoy stunning views of Mt. Stuart and the Enchantments.

Amenities

• Vault Toilet
• Wood Stove
• Firewood
• Propane Cook Stove
• Picnic Table
• Fire Pit
• Propane Lights

There is no additional camping on the site.

Pets

Pets are welcome.

Smoking

No smoking.

Directions

From I-90 take exit 85. Follow Highway 970 North approximately 6.5 miles to Teanaway Road. Turn left and drive 13 miles to end of pavement. Veer right onto Forest Service Road (FSR) 9737. Continue 2.2 miles, and then turn right to the Guard Station.

From US Highway 2 (Leavenworth or Wenatchee area), follow Highway 97 South from its junction with Highway 2 for 38.5 miles to Teanaway Road. Turn right and drive 13 miles to the end of the pavement. Veer right onto FSR 9737. Continue 2.2 miles and turn right to the Guard Station.

From early May through mid-November, the cabin is accessible by most passenger vehicles. Vehicles with extremely low clearance are not advised. Mid-December through early April, parking is 2.2 miles from the cabin. It is an easy ski or snowshoe trip over a groomed snowmobile route. The road and parking area are plowed by road crews.

Warning

During the winter months, snowfall of 12 to 24 inches in a 24-hour period is not uncommon in this area. It is possible that upon return to your vehicle, you will find it "plowed in." Please be prepared to dig it out by having a sturdy shovel. Make sure your vehicle is prepared for winter driving conditions. Carry tire chains, extra food, water and clothing.