Openings · last 7 days
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01 · Detected Opening History · the openings record · file CS-234682
When Tucannon Guard Station reopens
Tucannon Guard Station's openings record: every site-date Campsite Sniper detected turning available, logged and time-stamped. Refreshed hourly.
Openings · last 30 days
0
Openings · last 90 days
2
Only 2 openings in the last 90 days: not enough recent activity for a reliable pattern. A free Campsite Sniper alert watches around the clock instead, and pings you the moment one opens.
02 · Availability Outlook · Nov 2, 2026 – May 3, 2027 · of 1 monitored site
Of the 183 tracked site-nights (Nov 2, 2026 – May 3, 2027): 144 open for online reservation · 36 reserved · 3 unavailable (cause unspecified).
Where the open windows are
21.3% of tracked site-nights are not currently open for online reservation. 144 of 183 remain open; here is where they are.
Load status
Nov 2, 2026 – May 3, 2027Not open online21.3%
Open site-nights144 / 183
Reserved (of online inventory)36 / 180
Weekday openings93
Weekend openings51
Of the open site-nights on mapped sites, 93 fall on weekdays and 51 on weekends (Fri–Sun).
Open dates by month
Nov 2026 – May 2027January holds the most room. 29 of 31 site-nights are still open there.
Holiday windows
Sites open per night · of 1 site| Window | Night | Sites open | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| Thanksgiving | THU Nov 26 | 0 | None open |
| FRI Nov 27 | 0 | None open | |
| SAT Nov 28 | 1 | Open | |
| Christmas | THU Dec 24 | 0 | None open |
| FRI Dec 25 | 0 | None open | |
| New Year | THU Dec 31 | 0 | None open |
| FRI Jan 1 | 0 | None open | |
| Memorial Day | FRI May 28 | 0 | None open |
| SAT May 29 | 0 | None open | |
| SUN May 30 | 0 | None open | |
| MON May 31 | 0 | None open |
Thanksgiving: no site is currently available for the complete three-night stay. Thursday and Friday have no online availability; individual Saturday night remains open. Christmas: no online availability on any tracked night. New Year: no online availability on any tracked night. Memorial Day: no online availability on any tracked night.
Availability
Most open site-nights · tracked window| Site | Open site-nights |
|---|---|
| Tucannon Guard Station | 144 |
This site currently has 144 site-nights available.
Next windows
As of Nov 2, 2026 snapshotNext open dateThu · Nov 5
Next open weekendSat · Nov 28
The next bookable night is Nov 5; the first open weekend starts Nov 28. Campsite Sniper can watch later dates for you.
Stays and site detail
144 open site-nights across 1 site at Tucannon Guard Station, from the same hourly snapshot as everything above.
Multi-night stays. 11 2-night, 10 3-night, 4 7-night openings where a single site is free for every night, per Campsite Sniper's current snapshot — soonest Nov 15 at site Tucannon Guard Station.
All 1 site with current availability
| Site | Max RV | Hookups | Open site-nights | Longest run | Dates |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tucannon Guard Station | Not recorded | None | 144 | 40 nights | Nov 5, Nov 9, Nov 15, Nov 16, Nov 17, Nov 18, Nov 19, Nov 22, Nov 23, Nov 28, Nov 29, Nov 30 +132 more |
About Tucannon Guard Station
Overview
The historic Tucannon Guard Station is a charming saltbox-style cabin constructed in 1909. It was inhabited by the first ranger in the Tucannon area, William Kendell, and his family. By 1916, the guard house became headquarters for the district for two years, and then continued on as a standard guard station.
Staying here is like stepping back in time. The rooms inside are nicely decorated and cozy. Touches like curtains on the windows and modern furniture add to the destination experience. Beyond the cabin is plenty of photogenic scenery, plus options for prime fishing and hiking.
Recreation
Just a few miles south are trailheads to wilderness hiking trails. Plus the road along the Tucannon River is a notable scenic drive, ideal for viewing flora and fauna.
Facilities
The Tucannon is a two-story wood frame structure with wood siding and a shake shingle roof. The upstairs is divided into two sleeping areas, one furnished with two single beds and the other with a queen bed. The ground floor has spare room with a single bed and a living room furnished with a futon that sleeps two. The downstairs bathroom is equipped with a flush toilet and shower/tub with hot water.
Electricity and propane are included for heating and cooking. The kitchen and dining area boast a cook stove, microwave, and refrigerator, plus a table and chairs. The cabin has potable running water year-round. A picnic table beneath the trees & firepit sit outside.
Most cleaning supplies, dishes, pots, pans, and utensils are provided, but visitors are encouraged to bring their own. Guests should also bring bedding or sleeping bags, and basic camping gear like flashlights, dish soap and matches. General cleaning is expected before departure. Mop, bucket, broom, and cleaning supplies provided. Cleaning service is not always available between guests, please leave the cabin as you would like to find it.
The Tucannon Guard Station is located near the Lower Tucannon Campground. This area can see heavy use during the holidays.
Natural Features
The cabin is at 2600 ft elevation on a shady, gently rolling site at the base of a hillside in Tucannon Valley. The rugged landscape stretches across the northern Blue Mountains of southeastern Washington and northeastern Oregon.
Visitors may spot local inhabitants like wild turkey, pheasant, deer, elk and even an occasional moose in the area.
Nearby Attractions
A convenience store, gas station and RV park is located about 9 miles, or 15 minutes, north of the cabin. River access and opportunities for hunting and mushroom picking are also within 10 miles of the cabin.
1 monitored siteNo hookups1 shadedWaterfrontRiverfrontPets OKFire pitsMax party 6
Getting there
From Pomeroy, take Highway 12 west for about 4 miles. Turn left on Tatman Mt. Road and continue (road changes to Linville Gulch after a couple of miles) for about 6.5 miles (sharp right turn at top of hill) where pavement ends at Blind Grade. Continue on gravel road (Blind Grade) with hairpin turns to stop sign. Turn left onto Tucannon Road and continue for about 8.5 miles. Guard station is on the right. From Dayton, take Highway 12 east about 11.5 miles, and turn right on Tucannon Road. Continue about 24 miles. The guard station is on the right. This route is best for large RVs and is the best route in winter, especially for those with two-wheel drive vehicles. Please contact the Columbia County Road Department in Dayton for winter road condition reports.
71 West Main St, Pomeroy, WA 99347509-843-1891 MONDAY-FRIDAY 7:30-4:30 CLOSED WEEKENDS & HOLIDAYS
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FAQ
How do I get a reservation at Tucannon Guard Station?
Reservations for Tucannon Guard Station are made through Recreation.gov. The current snapshot shows substantial availability: 144 of 183 tracked site-nights are open (78.7%), though availability can change. Campsite Sniper has also detected 2 site openings here in the last 90 days, so further dates may appear. Pick a site on the map to see its calendar, or set a free Campsite Sniper alert. You complete the reservation yourself on Recreation.gov.
Does Campsite Sniper book this campground for me?
No. Campsite Sniper sends alerts and direct Recreation.gov links. It never books, pays for, holds, hoards, or resells reservations.
How current is this availability data?
Campsite Sniper re-checks public Recreation.gov availability for this facility every hour and republishes whenever anything changes. This facility's data last changed at Nov 2, 2026 16:20 UTC; an older timestamp means nothing has changed since that time, not that checking stopped. Always confirm final availability on Recreation.gov when you book.
How often do new openings appear at Tucannon Guard Station?
Campsite Sniper detected 2 site-date openings here over the last 90 days, none in the last 7. A free alert watches around the clock and pings you the moment one appears.
Can I get a multi-night stay at Tucannon Guard Station?
10 three-night openings are showing, counting only runs where the SAME site is free for all three nights. The soonest starts Nov 15 at site Tucannon Guard Station. Confirm and book on Recreation.gov.
Which month has the most availability at Tucannon Guard Station?
January 2027, with 29 open site-nights in the current snapshot of 31.
When is the next open date at Tucannon Guard Station?
As of the Nov 2, 2026 snapshot: the next open date is Thu, Nov 5 and the next open weekend starts Sat, Nov 28. Detected openings can add earlier dates at any time; a free Campsite Sniper alert catches those the moment they appear.
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