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Best Tent Camping near Adams, OR

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Dispersed camping opportunities dominate the tent camping landscape around Adams, Oregon, particularly in the Wallowa-Whitman National Forest area. The Wallowa-Whitman NF 21 dispersed camping zone offers numerous primitive tent sites with fire rings along forest service roads. The Blue Mountains North/Grande Ronde River Basin Area provides additional tent camping options within driving distance of Adams, though road access can be challenging depending on seasonal conditions.

Most dispersed tent sites in the Wallowa-Whitman National Forest require campers to be self-sufficient. No drinking water is available at these primitive locations, and toilet facilities are nonexistent in most areas. Sites typically feature dirt or gravel surfaces with minimal improvements beyond established fire rings. High-clearance vehicles are recommended for accessing many of the more remote tent camping areas, especially after rain when forest roads may become rutted. A visitor commented that "there are 100s of spots to camp" in the Wallowa-Whitman dispersed areas, though campers should practice Leave No Trace principles as trash has been noted as an issue at some sites.

In early fall, tent campers enjoy cooler temperatures and fewer crowds at these primitive sites. The Blue Mountain region offers sweeping forest views, with many camping spots situated under partial tree cover providing natural shade. Road noise can be an issue at some locations near highways, as one camper noted: "Interstate traffic dominates the soundscape, but the scenery is expansive." For those seeking greater solitude, driving further along forest service roads generally leads to more secluded tent sites away from traffic sounds. Wildlife sightings including elk and wild turkeys are common in the area. While primitive, these tent-only opportunities provide direct access to hiking trails and fishing spots, making them popular with outdoor enthusiasts seeking an authentic backcountry camping experience without the amenities of established campgrounds.

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335 Reviews of 14 Adams Campgrounds

  • Cindy U.The Dyrt PRO User
    Sep. 8, 2018

    Lane Creek

    Small but great for hunting

    Lane Creek campground is in the Umatilla Forest off Hwy 244 (Between HWY 395 & I-84). Between milepost 10 & 12. It has 7 camp sites with vaulted toilet. No water or garabage, but have picnic table and fire ring, with level gravel site for trailers (can pitch a tent). One out of the 7 sites can hold a large RV of 35ft. Town of Ukiah is west about 8 miles and has a dump station for RV at a park in middle of town off HWY 244. Great Elk hunting area lots of forest road to drive around.

  • John 'n Sara D.
    Aug. 2, 2018

    Jubilee Lake Campground (Or) — Umatilla National Forest

    Peace & Quiet!

    The campground is somewhat primitive. There are flushing toilets on the lower loop, vault toilets on the upper loop. no showers, but you can refresh in the lake. The nights get chilly, so be prepared with warm socks and a beenie, especially if you’re tent camping.

    There are no power boats allowed on the lake, so it is raft, kayak paddle board friendly.

    The path around the lake is an easy walk, just don’t expect to sit on a bench and enjoy the view of the lake, the trees have grown up.

  • allison W.
    Jul. 24, 2022

    Umapine

    Middle of Nowhere!

    I like remote campgrounds but man, this one felt especially far away from everything. If coming here, I would say you should allocate at least two days if not more to take advantage of everything nearby.

    Campground is in a ponderosa forest right in between two creeks, Squaw and Umapine, so anglers were happy and it’s easy to get a nice cool respite if the weather is oppressive.

    Picnic tables, fire pits, and vault toilets, but no hookups.

    This campground seems to be an increasingly significant favorite for ATVers (there are a bazillion trails around, you can see them on the maps downloadable for Pro Dyrt members) but it does not open until May, so leave your snowmobile at home.

    There are eight sites of varying sizes, but only one is a pull through.

  • Nick B.
    Jul. 15, 2019

    Target Meadows Campground — Umatilla National Forest

    Rustic campground with a neat history

    We tent camped for the weekend in mid-July. The plan was to camp at Jubilee Lake, but it was full when we arrived Friday evening. Target Meadows is just a short drive from the lake, but there were plenty of sites available. The campground is heavily wooded with beautiful evergreens. Sites are private and well spaced. This is a rustic campground, so there is no water or power. Amenities include (very clean!) pit toilets, picnic tables, and fire pits with cooking grates. There is a lot of dry timber on the ground, so it is easy to collect your own firewood. There is easy access to hiking, including Burnt Cabin trailhead. Most campsites are trailer friendly, including a few with drive-through access. We really enjoyed the area and will be back again!

  • Emily C.The Dyrt PRO User
    Oct. 19, 2021

    Spring Creek Campground

    Good free FS campground

    Came here for an overnight stop while traveling through the area. Solid spot - 4 large sites with level spots, fire ring, picnic tables, vault toilet. Arrived around 5pm on a Saturday in October and 3 spots were available - the others filled up after me. Quiet and beautiful while being close to the highway. Perfect and pleasant for my overnight stop

  • K
    Sep. 18, 2020

    Plymouth Park Campground

    Clean campground

    $12 a night for water and electricity. Clean area with grass and playground. Some areas appear to be under construction or upgrade. Dumpster and restroom available. Showers closed because of covid-19. Sights are on paved roadway with firepits and picnic tables. Easy in and out for our 32' Class A. Hermiston Oregon is 6 miles away.

  • S
    Jul. 8, 2021

    Hood Park

    Hood Park

    Do not try to check in before 2 pm!!!! No alcohol allowed in park!

    Typical Park campground outside of urban area. Decent swim beach area a lot of algae outside of swim area. Town is close by so you can do other things ( Groceries, laundromat etc…..) while waiting for check in. Spider issue others write about appears to be controlled. However every picnic table has lots of spider webs underneath!!!!

  • J
    Apr. 18, 2018

    Bird Track Springs

    Excellent place to dry camp...

    Every time we camp here it has been quiet, wild life comes around to say hi. Vault toilets, no water, no trash pickup. Always clean,,, Nice place...

  • Cindy U.The Dyrt PRO User
    Sep. 8, 2018

    Bear Wallow Creek

    Great for hunting

    Bear Wallow Creek is in the Umatilla Forest off HWY 244 about 11 miles east of Ukiah. There is no water or garbage, and has one group sites, there are picnic table and fire rings. At the group site is an area to hook up your kill. You are in the mist of the larges elk herd. The town of Ukiah has a dump station (located by the park in middle of town), and the Ranger Station. There is an interpretative trail, can get more information from Ranger Station in Ukiah.

Guide to Adams

Dispersed tent camping options abound throughout the Wallowa-Whitman National Forest near Adams, Oregon. The forest offers numerous primitive sites with Wallowa-Whitman NF 21 providing multiple dispersed tent areas accessible from Highway 84. The Blue Mountains North/Grande Ronde River Basin Area also offers established tent sites with varying levels of accessibility.

Road conditions vary significantly, often requiring high-clearance vehicles to reach more remote tent sites. Many primitive camping areas feature basic fire rings but lack amenities like drinking water, toilets, or designated tent pads. A visitor commented, "Many options for private pull-offs once you drive past established NF campgrounds, likely tough to do without high clearance and/or 4WD when wet." Campers should be prepared for self-sufficient tent camping with personal water supplies, waste disposal bags, and awareness of seasonal fire restrictions. Most dispersed sites in the national forest adhere to standard 14-day stay limits.

Tent campers often find the more remote sites provide better stargazing opportunities due to minimal light pollution. The area receives moderate use during summer weekends but remains relatively uncrowded compared to developed campgrounds. Based on reviews from The Dyrt, the terrain varies from open forest areas to more secluded spots deeper in the woods, with some sites positioned on ridges offering expansive views. Weather conditions can change rapidly in the Blue Mountains, making proper tent stakes and rain protection essential even during summer months. Fall brings cooler temperatures and fewer visitors, creating prime conditions for tent camping with proper cold-weather gear. Most sites accommodate standard tent setups but lack designated tent pads or level surfaces, requiring campers to carefully select their pitching location.

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