How much does it cost to camp at Anthony Lakes Campground?

Camping at Anthony Lakes Campground can cost between $160.00 and $478.00 depending on the site.

Does Anthony Lakes Campground have wifi?

No, according to campers on TheDyrt.com, Anthony Lakes Campground does not have wifi.

How hard is it to get a campsite at Anthony Lakes Campground?

Some campers book as far as 6 months in advance, so on high-demand weekends it can be very difficult to get a campsite at Anthony Lakes Campground. If you want to get a last-minute campsite at Anthony Lakes Campground, try setting up a text message Alert at TheDyrt.com/alerts

Why is it so hard to get a campsite at Anthony Lakes Campground?

There are 1 campsites at Anthony Lakes Campground and over 80 million Americans who camp! Try snagging a cancellation by setting up a text message Alert at TheDyrt.com/alerts

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Anthony Lakes Campground

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Anthony Lakes Campground is situated in the Wallowa Whitman National Forest, featuring forested terrain and nearby lakes. The area experiences temperature highs around 80°F in summer and lows near 10°F in winter. Visitors can explore Anthony Lake and the Elkhorn Mountains, both offering recreational opportunities.

Description

USDA Forest Service

Wallowa Whitman National Forest

Overview

Anthony Lake forms the source of Anthony Creek, named for William 'Doc' Anthony, an ambitious homesteader who came to Baker County in 1864. He was a farmer and a doctor, collected tolls on the Dealy Wagon Road for a time, and ran his ranch until he died in 1914 at age 85. Anthony Lake Guard Station is a historic Civilian Conservation Corps log cabin built in the 1930s - one of only a few Forest Service cabins built of logs. For questions for Anthony Lake, Grande Ronde Lake, Mud Lake, Peavey Cabin, and Anthony Lake Guard Station call (541) 856-3277 ext. 114Guests at Anthony Lake Guard Station will find many modern comforts to help make their stay enjoyable. It's located at a popular recreation area and adjacent to the Anthony Lake Campground, and is easily accessible by car.

Recreation

A boat ramp is located on the lake. Activities include boating, canoeing and kayaking. Anglers can fly fish for trout. Trails in the area include the 22.6-mile Elkhorn Crest (foot and equestrian), 1-mile Black Lake (foot and equestrian) and the 1-mile Shoreline (foot).

Natural Features

The guard station is situated on the north shore of Anthony Lake, providing a stunning view of the lake and the glacial peaks of the nearby Elkhorn Mountains. The most prominent of these peaks is 8,342-foot Gunsight Mountain. This area is known for conifer forests, wildflower meadows and the resident mountain goats. The elevation is approximately 7,000 feet, and snow can be expected into July. Anthony Lake is sometimes frozen until mid-June.

Nearby Attractions

The Elkhorn Scenic Byway is a 106-mile drive through the Elkhorn Mountains. Along this drive are ghost towns and an abundance of lakes and rivers. Anthony Lakes Recreation is nearby with mountain bike trails and a seasonal restaurant.

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Location

Anthony Lakes Campground is located in Oregon

Directions

From Baker City: take Highway 30 to Haines, turn west on County Road 1146, and follow the Elkhorn Drive Scenic Byway signs to Anthony Lakes. Turn left at the campground entrance. Anthony Lakes Guard Station is located adjacent to the campground.