Short Creek Guard Station
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About Short Creek Guard Station
Short Creek Guard Station is a national park campground at Malheur National Forest in Baker County, Oregon. Reservations are managed through Recreation.gov. When a booked site here is cancelled it can vanish within minutes, so Campsite Tonight monitors it 24/7 and auto-adds the opening to your Recreation.gov cart before anyone else.
Short Creek Guard Station is in very high demand — sites here routinely sell out well in advance. Cancellations are often the best way in, which is exactly what Campsite Tonight watches for.
The campground accommodates RVs and trailers up to 100 ft.
Other campgrounds at Malheur National Forest include Sunshine Guard Station, Fall Mountain Lookout Cabin and Magone Lake.
Total reservations in June — 2023: 13 · 2024: 7 · 2025: 10
Location
Address
Prairie City, Oregon
Coordinates
44.2659, -118.3970
Very high demand - sites typically fill up immediately when the booking window opens. Plan to book the moment reservations open.
- •July sees 20 reservations - book early or set cancellation alerts.
Nearby Campgrounds
Unity Lake State Recreation Site
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Union Creek Campground
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Sunshine Guard Station
Malheur National Forest
Fall Mountain Lookout Cabin
Malheur National Forest
Magone Lake
Malheur National Forest
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Short Creek Guard Station FAQ
How far in advance should I book Short Creek Guard Station?
Very high demand - sites typically fill up immediately when the booking window opens. Plan to book the moment reservations open. Mark your calendar for when the booking window opens (typically 5-6 months ahead). Also set alerts - cancellations do happen.
What is the busiest time at Short Creek Guard Station?
July typically sees the highest reservation activity at Short Creek Guard Station. During peak times, 100% of reservations are made 2+ weeks in advance.
Are there campsites available at Short Creek Guard Station right now?
Short Creek Guard Station is currently fully booked for the next 14 days. However, cancellations happen frequently - download the Campsite Tonight app to get instant alerts when sites become available.
Where is Short Creek Guard Station located?
Short Creek Guard Station is located in Malheur National Forest, near Prairie City, Oregon.
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