Ice Lake is located in the Wallowa-Whitman National Forest in Oregon. The area features rugged terrain with forests and alpine lakes. Temperatures range from lows in the 30s Fahrenheit in spring and fall to highs in the 70s during summer. Nearby, visitors can explore the Eagle Cap Wilderness and Wallowa Lake, offering hiking and scenic views.

Ice Lake

Join the fun near Wallowa Whitman National Forest. With tons of outdoor activities and scenic camping, this is an excellent vacation spot for all kinds of travelers. Aside from great camping spots, you'll find hiking and many more outdoor experiences. Thinking of traveling with kids? You're in luck—Wallowa Whitman National Forest is surrounded by family-friendly activities. You're sure to find the perfect spot for your Oregon camping adventure.

Wallowa Whitman National Forest

The Best Camping Near Wallowa Whitman National Forest, Oregon

This backpacking trip is a very accessible hike. 

The road to get to the trailhead is paved and the hike to Ice lake is 9 miles in (18 miles total)

You can add some miles (and a lot of elevation) if you add a day hike to the Matterhorn. Second tallest to Sacajawea. When I say it takes 3 hours to get up and 30 minutes to get down.. I’m not joking. Unless you’re an ultra runner who can handle high intensity at elevation, this will take some time. Well worth it for the views and ice lake will be waiting for you at the bottom. 

Photos are from August 2018 and July 2019... notice the snow in July. Couldn’t do the added day hike that time. 

Can’t say enough, come here

The water is no-joke cold. Fantastic nine-mile hike into the forest. Stayed two nights. Elevation is ~8,000 feet. Got altitude sickness on day two.  

  

No fires allowed. No amenities. Back-country hikers only. No cell service. Perfect getaway.

Photos of Ice Lake

Real photos from real campers