Ollalie Lake Resort

Olallie Lake Resort provides boat ramp and bank access to Olallie Lake, a small, scenic alpine lake located at nearly 5,000 feet elevation in Jefferson County, Oregon. The lake is approximately 6 acres and is managed as a no-motorized boats, no-swimming lake, making it ideal for kayaking, canoeing, and fishing. Rowboats are available for rent at the resort if needed.

**Access & Logistics:** The site is reached via Highway 224 from the Portland area through Estacada, continuing east on Forest Highway 46 for approximately 25 miles. Be aware that the final approach involves 13 miles of rough gravel road in variable condition—high-clearance or all-terrain vehicles are recommended, and access may be delayed or restricted by late-season snow due to the elevation. The adjacent Guard Station Cabin campground is reservable through Recreation.gov (503-630-6861), though the cabin season is weather-dependent.

**Conditions & Amenities:** Olallie Lake is stocked annually with rainbow trout by the Oregon Department of Fish and Wildlife and is popular for fishing. The lake offers good bank access in addition to the boat ramp. Plan ahead for supplies and services, as the location is remote. Check current road and access conditions before visiting, especially during shoulder seasons.

Overview
Olallie Lake Guard Station Cabin gives campers an old-fashioned cabin experience with its well-preserved features, including a massive rock chimney, interior wood and hand-wrought iron work. It provides access to a number of outdoor recreation opportunities as well as its namesake lake. The cabin is at nearly 5,000 feet so the season can be delayed by late snows which restricts cabin...

Overview
Olallie Lake Guard Station Cabin gives campers an old-fashioned cabin experience with its well-preserved features, including a massive rock chimney, interior wood and hand-wrought iron work. It provides access to a number of outdoor recreation opportunities as well as its namesake lake. The cabin is at nearly 5,000 feet so the season can be delayed by late snows which restricts cabin access.Recreation
The Olallie Lake Guard Station Cabin is located in the heart of the Olallie Lake Scenic Area which has several lakes and miles of trails including the Pacific Crest Trail located adjacent to the cabin. Olallie Lake (240 arces in size) has non-motorized boating and excellent fishing. Rental row boats are available at the nearby Olallie Resort. The lake is stocked with rainbow trout. Swimming is allowed in all lakes except Olallie Lake. Some of the trails and most of the graveled roads are open for mountain biking.
Facilities
The four-room guard station has a kitchen, living room with two futon couches, a bunk bedroom and a loft with a queen bed. The cabin sleeps up to eight people. It has propane lights, a propane refrigerator, stove and oven, basic cooking pots, pans, dishes and eating utensils. A table and chairs is provided. A wood stove is available for heat. Firewood is provided. The cabin has a limited water supply to the kitchen sink with hot and cold water. A vault toilet is located about 75 feet from the cabin and is used by others. Cell phone coverage is not available at the cabin and very spotty in the entire Olallie Lake Scenic Area.
Guests will need to bring sleeping bags or bedding, towels and wash cloths, paper towels, food and personal gear, as well as a flashlight or lantern for emergencies, a first aid kit, insect repellent (a must!), sunscreen and dish soap, among other necessities. Please bring garbage bags and clean the facility before leaving. Olallie Lake Resort is in charge of managing this cabin for the Forest Service. We are just next door and have personel onsite 24 hours a day.

Guests can access the cabin by vehicle. Higher clearance or 4wd is preferable, but the cabin is accessible to 2wd passenger cars if they drive slow. Road conditions can be hampered by early or late snows. Guests are responsible for their own travel arrangements and safety..
Natural Features
This historically significant, two-story cabin was built by the Civilian Conservation Corps in the 1930’s for the Forest Ranger that patrolled the area. It is a classic example of the Forest Service rustic architectural style of Depression Era administration buildings. The cabin is located on the far south end of the Mt. Hood National Forest. It’s location near the shore of Olallie Lake affords visitors views of the north face of 10,497-foot Mt. Jefferson and 7,215-foot Olallie Butte, in the Cascade Mountains. The facility was listed on the National Register of Historic Places in 1991. Olallie is Chinook jargon for "berry."
Nearby Attractions
The Olallie Lake Resort is near the cabin. There is a store there that sells some food, bait, etc. The nearest town is Detroit which is 36 miles south. CJ’s Chevron is the north 40 miles on Hwy 26. 

Contact Info
For local information, please call (503) 853-3481 or call (503) 668-1700 for general information.

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