RV parks near Adams, Oregon range from full-service resorts to basic facilities. The area sits at approximately 1,700 feet elevation in northeastern Oregon where summer temperatures often reach the 90s while winter brings frequent freezing conditions. Seasonal winds affect camping conditions, particularly in exposed RV sites where awnings may need to be retracted during gusts.
What to do
Hot springs soaking: 10 miles from La Grande at Grande Hot Springs RV Resort visitors can access mineral pools with evening hours. "The soaking pools were amazing. They even had a twilight soak. Very peaceful and relaxing campground. Nature trail along the creek was cool. Saw huge bull frogs, tadpoles, and fish. Also saw mule deer."
Golf access: Adjacent to veterans course at Blue Valley RV Park in Walla Walla. The park's concrete pads provide level sites near golfing opportunities. "Your typical rv Park set up, convenient location between freeway and town. Veterans golf course right next door."
Casino entertainment: Family activities beyond gambling at Wildhorse Resort Casino RV Park include multiple recreational options. "While we don't gamble, we enjoy staying at this resort. The sites are reasonably spaced. The park is rarely full. Over the years, the casino has added many family activities, including an arcade, a cinema, a food court, and recently a bowling alley with multiple lanes."
What campers like
Heated water connections: Winter camping feature at Grande Hot Springs RV Resort helps prevent freezing during cold months. "Pretty mountain valley campground with many full hookup pull through sites. The only issue I had was that the sewer cap at my site was so tight that I couldn't remove it by hand, but that didn't seem to be the case at any of the other sites."
Well-maintained walking paths: Dog-friendly perimeter trails at several parks. "Very clean park with level, paved, large sites. Full hookups. Clean bathrooms, showers, laundry, and gathering space. Near an industrial area, but safe and close to downtown."
Wine tasting proximity: 5-10 minute drive from Blue Valley RV Park to downtown Walla Walla tasting rooms. "Small rv park makes visiting Walla Walla wine country east and affordable. Clean and well kept. Sites are typical park size but are well designed paved and level. Nice landscaping. Park full but quiet. Walking distance to downtown wineries and restaurants."
What you should know
Noise considerations: Highway and industrial activity affects some parks more than others. "We stayed here overnight on our way to the Grand Canyon. It was fine for a 'pull-in, hook up, go to bed' place, but I wouldn't want to stay here for any length of time. The sites are within a few feet of each other with no privacy."
Reservation requirements: Summer capacity limitations mean advance planning is essential, particularly for holiday weekends. "I called from 40 miles out on a Friday night on the 22nd of August. High summer season. They were nearly full. They held a spot."
Connectivity varies: Cell service and Wi-Fi quality fluctuates between parks. At Umatilla Marina & RV Park, "Free WiFi. There was a key code for the bathrooms. The only annoyance I had was poor internet service: I needed to download more kid shows for the next stretch of our drive and the signal kept dropping."
Tips for camping with families
Swimming options: Columbia River access at Umatilla Marina & RV Park provides water recreation. "It's nice down by the water you can swim or fish. It also has a nice view of the sunset."
Educational opportunities: Wildlife refuges nearby offer nature exploration adjacent to some parks. "The resort lies next to a wildlife refuge. There are many birds."
Entertainment facilities: Resort amenities at Columbia Sun RV Resort include family-friendly features. "We made reservations and have loved the staff! They are great and helpful. The whole park is beautiful and has a wonderful summer wind. Enjoyed the pool and event centers."
Tips from RVers
Site specifications: Large rig accommodation varies by park. "Our Trailer is 35ft and they have such tight corners I Barely made it to my site. The sites are annoyingly un-level. Make sure you have pads and a septic ramp."
Utilities placement: Connection location challenges may require extra equipment. "The utilities are towards the back of the pad, so I had to use two sewer hoses to get from the main black tank on our Brinklely G model."
Weather preparedness: Summer heat considerations affect comfort at exposed sites. "Come ready to sweat—triple digit weather when we came through! The sites on this side of the CG are nicely landscaped with a decent amount of room."
