Suiattle Guard Station
Suiattle Guard Station is a national forest campground in Washington. Hookups: no hookups.
- Type
- National forest campground
- Location
- Washington
- Coordinates
- 48.26163, -121.31877
- Hookups
- No hookups
- Activities
- Camping, Fishing, Hiking, Historic & Cultural Site, Horseback Riding, Hunting, Water Sports, Wildlife Viewing
- Map
- Open in OpenStreetMap
- Phone
- 541-338-7869
Amenities
- Reservable sites
Only amenities a source confirms are listed; an amenity missing here is unknown, not absent.
About Suiattle Guard Station
Overview Set near the Suiattle River and surrounded by mountain peaks and old-growth forest, the Suiattle Guard Station (pronounced "Sue-attle") is a historic log cabin that was constructed in 1913 by Tommy Thompson, Assistant Ranger of the Suiattle-Finney District, to house a forest guard. Because of budget limitations at that time, the Forest Service often relied upon rangers to construct their own stations. It is a testament to Ranger Thompson’s skill that the cabin survives to this day as one of the oldest administrative buildings in the Mt. Baker-Snoqualmie National Forest. The Suiattle Guard Station was placed on the National Register of Historic Places in 1990. The cabin is accessible by car. While some creature comforts are provided, guests will need to bring a few of their own amenities to ensure a comfortable and enjoyable stay at this primitive facility. Recreation Several hiking and equestrian trails crisscross the area, which are accessible from Suiattle River Road (Forest Service Road 26). Anglers can also find fishing spots nearby. Federally protected under the Wild and Scenic Rivers Act, the Suiattle River is popular among whitewater enthusiasts. River runners paddle Class 2 and 3 rapids through lush, forested scenery, with views of nearby snow-capped peaks. Since the headwaters of the river originate at a glacier, the water has a milky appearance. July and August are the best times for rafting. Facilities The cabin can accommodate four people with one
Cell coverage
No coverage data for this location yet.
Nearby RV services
- Dump station
- Trailer Dump Area · 42 mi
- Water fill
- None mapped within 50 mi
- Propane
- American Distributing · 41 mi
- Low clearances
- None mapped within 10 mi
- Off-road routes
- 43 designated routes (168 mi) within 10 mi
Other places to stay nearby
| Name | Type | Distance | Fee | Hookups |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Buck Creek Campground | National forest campground | 0.6 mi | — | No hookups |
| Buck Creek | National forest campground | 0.7 mi | — | — |
| Buck Creek Campground | Private campground | 0.7 mi | — | — |
| Sulphur Creek | National forest campground | 5.8 mi | — | — |
| Sulphur Creek Campground | National forest campground | 5.8 mi | — | No hookups |
| Suiattle River Trail Camping Area | Free campsite | 8.3 mi | Free | — |
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Sources. Recreation.gov (RIDB). Updated June 2026. Facility facts only; DryRig does not publish ratings or reviews on this page.