Emigrant Springs State Heritage Area
Good for an overnight...
Agree with other reviewers that this is a pretty campground, however, could only give 3 stars because of the road noise.
1 campground with availability this weekend
Several cabin accommodations exist near Cayuse in northeastern Oregon, with Emigrant Springs State Heritage Area and Grande Hot Springs RV Resort providing rentable cabins. Emigrant Springs features rustic cabins with electric heating in a historic forest setting, while Grande Hot Springs offers deluxe cabins with additional amenities like picnic tables and market access. "We've stayed twice - once in a tent and once in a cabin and had a wonderful experience both times. The bathrooms are nice and clean. The surroundings are so pretty," notes a review of Emigrant Springs. The High Road Cabin and Summit Guard Station Bunkhouse provide more secluded options with fewer amenities but increased privacy.
Rustic cabins dominate the region, with most properties offering basic accommodations suitable for overnight stays or short getaways. Fry Meadows Guard Station and Godman Guard Station maintain historic structures with minimal amenities but authentic character. Reservations are essential for all cabin properties, particularly during summer months when availability becomes limited. Most cabins permit pets with restrictions, though Summit Guard Station prohibits pets entirely. Winter options exist at select locations, with a visitor noting: "When we arrived after dark the path to our cabin was cleared. The cabin shares a wall with another party but the electric heater kept us toasty warm."
Most cabins provide beds with mattresses but require guests to bring linens, sleeping bags, pillows, and towels. Kitchen facilities vary significantly between properties, from none at Summit Guard Station to basic counters and microwaves at more developed sites. Bathrooms are typically shared facilities located near cabin clusters rather than private ensuite options. Emigrant Springs provides clean shower facilities within walking distance of cabins. For supplies, the Grande Hot Springs RV Resort maintains an on-site market, while other locations require bringing all necessary provisions. Firewood availability varies by location, with some properties prohibiting open fires entirely.
"We stopped for a night in a rustic camping cabin at Emigrant Springs in July of 2015. It was a welcome dose of green after a long day of brown along the interstate through Idaho and western Oregon."
"When we arrived after dark the 200 ft path to our cabin was cleared and we could easily drag our items stacked on a tarp to our cabin."
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from $20 - $92 / night
"Beautiful spot with cabins, tent and RV options. Cabins come with a private outdoor patio, fire pit and soaking tubs. Super comfy bed and a nice quiet space."
"Tent camping is away from the RVs at this site. Comfortable, clean grounds with included hot springs pool access, indoor store, and full bathroom facilities."
"This space provides a locked gate to give you privacy and peace of mind! Minimal light pollution will provide you gorgeous starry skies. Check them out and come back here to leave them some love!"
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from $29 / night
Campground full this weekend
Get a text when availablefrom $45 / night
"The building is fairly close to a road, but there is so little traffic that it doesn't bother you. I had great weather and it cooled off a lot at night so I was able to have a campfire."
Campground full this weekend
Get a text when availablefrom $40 / night
"This campsite is the usual with fire rings, water, restrooms, and picnic table. This site has a lake and there is a lot of people fishing. the site costed me about 12 dollars which is really cheap."
"I didn’t know we had a good campground near us. The cabin is pretty cheap and was able to fit my entire family including uncles and aunts and grandparents etc."
Campground full this weekend
Get a text when availablefrom $75 / night
"The roads are gravel and wind their way up a steep hill, but the sites provide decent privacy. Each site has a picnic table and fire pit."
Agree with other reviewers that this is a pretty campground, however, could only give 3 stars because of the road noise.
Great campground. It is clean and has fun activities such as trails and scavenger hunt papers. The showers are clean and warm.
This park is a little pricey but it is in a great location near the Hot Lake Springs in La Grande Oregon. The sites are somewhat level, off between 1 and 3 inches so you have to watch how you park if you have an RV that can’t accommodate anything over 2 inches off level. There is a lot of grass, trees, birds, a couple of ponds, and it is very quiet. There is a super friendly and sweet cat who supervises all check-ins. The reservation process was easy, late check-in was easy, and they were flexible on check-out time. All hook-ups were conveniently located and worked correctly. They have seasonal hot spring soaking tubs which we did not get to use, but they were very clean and looked great. If we stayed more than one night we definitely would have enjoyed a soak!
I arrived after hours and had no difficulty locating all the necessary information, as it was clearly displayed in front of me. Alternatively, I could choose to use very clean bathrooms that are extremely quiet.
It was an amazing experience with my family and me with our dog clean site great layout easily accessible and the soaking tubs were to die for a long with the food and drinks
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.
The road noise is extreme; very loud. If you can get past that the place is really sweet. The sites have water fire pit and picnic table and lots of trees for privacy. The water in the shower was hot the bathrooms are clean there's a nice trail system behind the campground. a convenient stop on the way into Portland. Minimal bugs.
If you approach the campsite from the East, be prepared for a bumpy road. The road from the West (LaGrande) is much better even if it takes you a few miles out of the way. The park is clean and flat. The soaking spas are wonderful. The week of Father’s Day is a busy time.
Very nice RV park. very clean and well maintained. Roads and all sites are gravel. Lots of green grass areas and dog areas. All sites are pull through and can accommodate large RV's. Would definitely stay here again.
Emigrant Springs State Heritage Area near Meacham offers rustic cabins with electric heating set among old-growth timber. These cabin accommodations provide shelter from weather elements while maintaining a simplified camping experience. "The cabins are great and super comfortable and the bathrooms are clean. Saw park staff cleaning and taking out the trash frequently," notes one visitor about the state park facilities. Nearby Grande Hot Springs RV Resort in La Grande provides alternative cabin options with additional amenities like hot springs access.
Rustic cabin options include the Summit Guard Station Bunkhouse and Fry Meadows Guard Station, both of which offer more primitive accommodations. Most cabins in the region are reservable, with some providing basic amenities like toilets, while others require guests to use shared facilities. The High Road Cabin offers tent spots alongside their cabin accommodation. Pet policies vary by location—Emigrant Springs and Godman Guard Station allow pets, while others like Fry Meadows and Summit Guard Station prohibit animals. A reviewer mentioned, "We've stayed twice - once in a tent and once in a cabin and had a wonderful experience both times."
Most cabins require visitors to bring their own bedding, towels, and cooking supplies. Facilities vary widely across locations, with some providing drinking water and basic utilities, while others offer a more off-grid experience. Electricity is available at some sites like Emigrant Springs, but many rustic cabins operate without power hookups. Food and supplies should be brought in advance, as market facilities are limited in this rural area. Winter visitors should check weather conditions, as one guest noted: "When we arrived after dark the 200 ft path to our cabin was cleared and we could easily drag our items stacked on a tarp to our cabin. The cabin does share a wall with another party but it was funny to hear the children laugh and play."
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