BIG ELK GUARD STATION

Big Elk Guard Station sits on the fringe of Big Elk Meadow, a grassy expanse that floods in spring and dries out in the summer. Just a short stroll across the meadow, guests are treated to views of Mt. McLoughlin and the edge of a 20,000 year old lava flow from Brown Mountain. The surrounding forest includes lodgepole pine, quaking aspen, Shasta red fir and Douglas fir. A variety of wildlife ranging from blacktail deer, elk, mountain lion, black bear, bald eagle and other bird species can be found in the area.

Recreation: Nearby Fish Lake offers biking, fishing, swimming, paddle / motor boating and hiking opportunities. Fish Lake Trail, High Lakes Trail, Brown Mountain Trail, the Pacific Crest Trail, Sky Lakes Wilderness and Mount McLoughlin Trail system are all less than an hour drive away.

Nearby: Campgrounds nearby includes Fish Lake Campground, Doe Point Campground and North Fork Campground. Fish lake Resort is 5 miles from the cabin and provides dining, boat rentals, firewood sales, small store and boat launch. the south entrance to Crater Lake National Park is 57 miles north of Big Elk Cabin.