Backcountry Hut
Short Creek Guard Station
About Short Creek Guard Station
Short Creek Guard Station rests in a corner of a small meadow surrounded by tall ponderosa pines and a creek right outside the back door. The cabin amenities provide all the comforts of a home. Directly adjacent to the North Fork Malheur Scenic River. The guard station is a great starting point for anyone wishing to explore the forests two designated wilderness areas Strawberry Mountain Wilderness and Monument Rock Wilderness. It is the ideal place to relax and explore the great outdoors. Within just minutes of the cabin is the North Fork Malheur River Trail, affording a great opportunity for hikers and nature lovers alike. The Short Creek Guard Station is located approximately 20 miles from the town of Prairie City, Oregon. The Guard Station's elevation is approximately 5,000 feet. This rustic cabin has three rooms - a kitchen/living room, a bedroom, and a bathroom. Sleeping accommodations include one Queen Size bed. The kitchen/living room is furnished with a table and four chairs, a couch, a living room chair, and a coffee table. The kitchen is equipped with propane cookstove, and refrigerator. The cabin has propane lights and heater. The small indoor bathroom provides you with a flushable toilet, shower, and sink. Water is only available during warm months. A picnic table, two barbeque grills, and a fire pit are located next to the building.
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2:04 PM
Sunrise
7:44 PM
Solar Noon
1:24 AM
Sunset
Golden Hour AM → 2:43 PM
Golden Hour PM ← 12:44 AM
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Waning Crescent
1% illuminated
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