Dispersed Camping

Hells Canyon - Oregon/Wallowa Valley

Hells Canyon in the Wallowa Valley is located within the Wallowa-Whitman National Forest. The terrain consists of rugged landscapes with elevations that can influence temperatures, ranging from lows in the 30s Fahrenheit during cooler months to highs in the 80s during summer. Nearby attractions include the Hells Canyon National Recreation Area and the Wallowa Lake, offering opportunities for hiking and water activities.

Description

USDA Forest Service

Wallowa-Whitman National Forest

The Hells Canyon National Recreation Area (HCNRA) straddles both sides of the Snake River in both Oregon and Idaho. The recreation sites and trails in this section are all found away from the Wild and Scenic Snake River in the Oregon uplands, and in other forest lands near the Wallowa Valley. All other upland sites and all trails in the Hells Canyon NRA - Snake River, or Hells Canyon NRA - Idahoare found in those recreation area sections. Popular recreation areas include the Hells Canyon Wilderness (Oregon), Hat Point, Hells Canyon Overlook, Imnaha Wild and Scenic River and adjacent campgrounds, and Lord Flat. Local Oregon communities that have a variety of services (i.e. fuel, lodging, stores and/or restaurants) are Enterprise, Joseph, Imnaha, Halfway, and Pine Creek. These communities are within one hour of the recreation area.

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Location

Hells Canyon - Oregon/Wallowa Valley is located in Oregon

Detail location of campground

Coordinates

45.12390004 N
116.8364284 W

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Access

  • Drive-In
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  • WiFi
    Fair
  • Verizon
    Unknown
  • AT&T
    Available
  • T-Mobile
    Good

Site Types

  • Dispersed

Features

For Campers

  • Picnic Table
  • Reservable
  • Alcohol

DISPERSED CAMPING

Enjoy dispersed camping on government land and leave no trace. Pack in and pack out. No (or limited) services at this camping area. Permit may be required.


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Frequently Asked Questions

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