Godman Guard Station Rc
USFS · Lookout/Cabin · Fee
Fast facts
- Cost
- Fee charged
- Managed by
- USFS
- Type
- Lookout/Cabin
- Reservations
- recreation.gov
- Coordinates
- 46.1005, -117.7852
- Last verified
- September 18, 2026
About this place
Step out of the Godman Guard Station and into the back yard of the Wenaha-Tucannon Wilderness. This wilderness includes an expanse of 177,465 acres of rugged, basaltic ridges, steep canyons, rushing rivers and their tributaries, quiet beauty, abundant wildlife, and stunning views. Access to the Wilderness is via West Butte Trail #3138. Built in the 1930s, this two-story, wood frame structure is surrounded by tall timbers such as Grand fir, Douglas fir, Engelmann spruce, Lodgepole pine, and subalpine fir that hug the cabin’s walls and provide a sheltering second roof of sweeping branches. The cabin features two bedrooms, a living area, a kitchen, and it 's furnished with three bunk beds, two single beds, a couple of chairs, as well as a table and chairs. An vault toilet is located close to the cabin. The kitchen is equipped with a propane stove and refrigerator as well as some eating/cooking utensils. However, renters are encouraged to bring their own bedding, dishes, cooking/eating utensils and own pots/pans. There are propane lights and heat throughout the cabin.Visitors must bring plenty of water for drinking, cooking and washing. There is no water at this site. Horses are allowed at (NOT IN) the barn approximately 200 yards up the hill from the cabin. There is a picnic table and a fire ring close to the cabin for outdoor leisure.There is another structure on the site, a warming shelter used by the snowmobile club, which is not available to the public for rent.Do call the Pomeroy Ranger District three business days before your arrival date to receive a combination for cabin access. Pomeroy Ranger District 's phone number is (509) 843-1891 and we are open Monday through Friday, 7:30 AM to 4:30 PM.Availability: Godman Guard Station is available for rent year round. HistoryThe area around Godman has been used as a recreational area for settlers of Dayton, WA, Columbia and Garfield Counties since the turn of the century. The gu
From the USFS.Official page
Is Godman Guard Station Rc free?
No. Godman Guard Station Rc charges a fee. It is managed by the USFS. Sites are reservable through recreation.gov.
How do I get to Godman Guard Station Rc?
From Dayton, Washington (approximately 28 miles): (summer route)Travel south on 4th Street for 6 blocks, and turn east (left) onto Eckler Mountain Road (also turn off for the cemetery) for approximately 15 miles. Turn right at the Y in the road. Continue on Forest Service Road 46 for; 9 miles to Godman. The guard station will be on the left. Winter use will require alternate transportation such as skis, snowshoes, or snowmobile. Please use the following directions for winter use. From Dayton, Washington, travel south on 4th Street. Follow road directions to Bluewood Ski Area. Before the entrance to the ski area, park in the available snowmobile parking area at Touchet Corral. Travel the groomed snowmobile route, taking all lefts to Godman, approximately 13 miles. There are direction signs along the route put up by the local snowmobile club. Although visitors may ski to the cabin, the route is difficult and for advanced skiers only. A Washington State Sno-Park permit is required to park at the Sno-Park. Permits may be obtained from any State Park office.
What are the rules at Godman Guard Station Rc?
Typically only accessible by snowmobile from late fall through late spring due to snow.
Nearby
- Tucannon Rc11.6 mi
- Clearwater Lookout Rc12.3 mi
- Clearwater Big House Rc12.5 mi
- Wenatchee Guard Station Rc19.5 mi
- Fry Meadows Cr21.8 mi
- Summit Gs Bunkhouse Cr47.7 mi
No other services within 50 mi on the record.
SourceData from the USFS. Last synced September 18, 2026. Community reports and photos are submitted by travelers and are not verified by the agency.
