147 campgrounds · Check availability for any dates.
Campgrounds near Haines, Oregon span several developed and dispersed areas within the Wallowa-Whitman National Forest and nearby state parks. The region includes a mix of RV-friendly parks like A-Frame RV Park in Baker City, which offers full hookups and cabin options, as well as more primitive sites at locations such as Wolf Creek Reservoir and Pilcher Creek Reservoir. Public lands support various camping styles including tent camping, RV sites with hookups, and cabin accommodations. Most established campgrounds are concentrated within a 30-mile radius of Haines, with several offering access to water recreation at nearby lakes and reservoirs.
Road conditions and seasonal availability significantly impact camping opportunities in the area. Many campgrounds, including Anthony Lake Campground, have limited operating seasons due to elevation and weather patterns. "Anthony Lake is a delightful small Lake in the hills near Baker City Oregon and Sumpter Oregon. Its generally great weather and beautiful surroundings make this a wonderful small campground to relax and enjoy nature," noted one visitor. Travelers should be aware that some sites have restricted access during winter months, though certain areas like Wolf Creek Reservoir remain accessible year-round with primitive amenities. Cell service varies considerably throughout the region, with several reviews mentioning limited connectivity at higher elevation campgrounds but stronger signals near Baker City and La Grande.
Waterfront camping receives consistently positive reviews from visitors to the area, particularly at Phillips Lake and nearby reservoirs. Many campgrounds feature picnic tables, fire rings, and vault toilets, though amenities vary significantly between developed and dispersed sites. According to one camper, "We paddled on the lake, hiked around it, drove up to the top of the ski area for the view and part of our group hiked down from there." Wildlife sightings are common, with visitors reporting deer encounters throughout the camping areas. Campers seeking more solitude typically head to dispersed camping areas such as Social Security Point Trailhead, while those wanting more amenities gravitate toward state parks and private RV resorts. Several campgrounds throughout the region accommodate both tent and RV camping, though RV length restrictions apply at certain locations due to narrow access roads and limited turning radius.
"Great stop over RV Park in the mountains between Idaho and Oregon in Baker City oregon. Full hookups pull throughs a small shop and a great little town. Well managed and clean. Large dog run."
"Nice clean bathrooms, reasonable price (and don’t mind car charging), a little loud from the highway."
"Although there’s not a ton of spots, it’s lovely and was a quiet solitude away from the road but not too far. Saw a ton of wildlife too (bring your bear spray)."
"Most of the sites overlooked a beautiful lake stick among the hills, and we’re in decent shape with a fire ring, table and little grill."
"This park is in Baker City and close to many restaurants as well grocery stores. This unique park is well kept and had a store which was a plus!"
"As the water pressure here is around 100 psi, you need to use a reducer. Sites are close to one another but you still have a grass yard with some separation."
"We enjoyed the great walking paths around the perimeter of the park to walk our dogs. The pool and hot tub are heated geothermally and are warm, soothing, and oh, so relaxing."
"The tent and yurt sites are beautifully situated next to a stream full of cattails and lily pads. Wild deer roam nearby and horses graze in the fields around the park. Not far from town either."
"The location is right next to the reservoir. Rhe site we got was nicely graveled and a pull through."
"We headed this way to get away from smoke caused by the 2020 Central Oregon fires. It was a great choice. Still hazy long distance views but had great views of the stars at night. "
"**Ranger Review: Midland Radios at Anthony Lakes Campground Review: ** This is my favorite place in Oregon."
from $12 - $100 / night
Check Availability"I was too tired to drive all the way to Boise. This place was clean, the owner, Steffi, lives on the premises, and everything works. I slept well except for the occasional train."
"Philip's lake is a delightful small Lake in the hills near Baker City Oregon and Sumpter Oregon."
"The road in is plowed in the winter and 4 wheelers play around in the snow so you can get your car far enough off the road."
from $10 - $12 / night
Check Availability
GuideArrived midday Friday and spent three days (two nights) with no neighbors aside from occasional locals coming out to use the picnic tables. Wind was noticeable but not terrible, and bugs/mosquitos were a bit of a hassle. Overall not a bad spot with plenty of space to spread out.
TravelerGot there at about 6:30pm on a Monday and had the whole place to myself! Great view, clean bathrooms, and a picnic table. What more could you want?
TravelerA really cool FREE place. Only me and one other van there on a Saturday night. Will stay again.
TravelerA nice spot for a night or two. It’s far enough from the road that I didn’t hear any freeway noise. However, it’s a popular camping area. Many Cars/RVs passed by between 4-9pm and a few in the middle of the night. Overall felt safe and would stay again
GuideA handful of spots overlooking the reservoir with views of the mountains. Each site contains a gravel spot for a vehicle, a picnic table, and rock fire pit. There is also a vault toilet. There is a sign stating day use and camping here is free, with a 7 day limit. We were the only ones here when I visited. Honestly feels like a campsite you would pay for, but it’s free! Perfect place to stay the night in my campervan.
LegendFound this spot on a map and thought I'd check it out. Pretty busy campground. I ended up in an overflow spot, which as just fine. Even had a picnic table! Nice trail to walk. Lots of people out enjoying the lake.
Loved the trees and the grasses and the water.
LegendBeautiful, rustic small campground just a few steps from the river. Hardly anyone here mid-week in June. Seems to be a popular place for rafters to put in. Saw a few groups float by.
So scenic and relaxing.
TravelerThis 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!
LegendStayed here in May and had both snow and warm days. The lake is beautiful and the small town of Joseph has lots of things to do--great restaurants, art and bronze statues lining the street.
The campground can get crowded. There's amazing hiking just up the road from the campground. I enjoyed hiking, walking around the lake, kayaking and riding my bike around the small community that backs up to the State Park.
The river here is beautiful too. Lots of fishing. Great place to hunt mushrooms in the Spring.
Camping spots near Haines, Oregon include numerous dispersed areas across the Wallowa-Whitman National Forest at elevations ranging from 3,700 to 7,000 feet. The region experiences significant seasonal temperature swings, with summer highs reaching 90°F and winter lows dropping below freezing. Road access to many campgrounds becomes difficult or impossible between November and May due to snow accumulation.
Fishing in spring and summer: Wolf Creek Reservoir offers free shoreline fishing from April through October. "Awesome camp spot, off the main road so no one is here. Love that it's by the water," notes camper Rory R. The small reservoir contains trout but can become marshy during late summer.
Wildlife viewing: Pilcher Creek Reservoir provides excellent opportunities to observe local wildlife including deer, waterfowl, and smaller creatures. "Saw a ton of wildlife too (bring your bear spray)," advises Kennedy F. The area attracts migratory birds during spring and fall seasons.
Soak in mineral waters: Grande Hot Springs RV Resort offers mineral-rich soaking pools fed by natural hot springs. "There are natural hot spring soaking pools at the campground. One pool is warm and the other is hot. I was grateful for the health benefits of the mineral soak," writes ursala K. The pools remain open for evening "twilight soaks" until 11 PM.
Quiet dispersed camping: Social Security Point Trailhead provides secluded sites with basic amenities. "Great little dispersed spot with a clean outhouse. There looks to be 4 sites in the trees, but if you keep driving down it'll take you towards the lake, which is where I camped. Wide open, great sunset views!" reports Evan W.
Free camping with amenities: Pilcher Creek Reservoir campsites include fire pits and picnic tables despite being free. "Campsites are drive up with fire pits and picnic tables. Very clean vault toilets. I had two neighbors and it was very quiet all night. No trash. There was a working water pump at the campsite," shares Cameron.
Off-the-grid experience: Southwest Shore Campground offers unplugged camping without cell service distractions. "The camping sites were pretty level. Site 11 we feel was the best. Baker city was just about 20 minutes away along with the old gold mining town of Sumpter about 10 minutes away," notes Phil&Melinda O.
Winter access varies: Southwest Shore Campground remains partially accessible in winter months. "The road in is plowed in the winter and 4 wheelers play around in the snow so you can get your car far enough off the road. Bathrooms are locked in the winter to no surprise but if you need a snowy campground for the night this is perfect!" explains Courtney K.
Road conditions: Many campgrounds require driving on gravel or dirt roads. "About 25 minutes off the freeway, last 2 miles are gravel. Beautiful setting and deserted. Plenty of room for any size RV," reports Jordon R. about Pilcher Creek Reservoir.
Variable water levels: Reservoirs in the area fluctuate significantly throughout the year. "The lake is dammed, so I assume the water levels vary, but when I was there, there was room for a few more vehicles down by the water. Careful going too far, as some tire tracks looked to have maybe gotten stuck in mud by venturing too far out," warns Evan W.
Dog-friendly options: A-Frame RV Park in Baker City welcomes pets with dedicated off-leash areas. "Dog Friendly with a 14 acres off-leash dog park! Washrooms were small but very clean. Even though it is 1 minute off the highway it was fairly quiet," states Susan N.
Tent vs. RV considerations: Many campgrounds accommodate both tent and RV camping, but access varies. "Very well maintained area. Bring your own firewood, the forest floor is extremely clean. There's 4 sites on this road and a restroom at the end. We were car camping but most sites have smaller trailer access," explains Tony D. about Social Security Point Trailhead.
Noise factors: Train noise affects some campgrounds near Baker City. "This is a quiet motel that has a nice grassy lawn for a night to pitch a tent. Clean bathrooms and showers. Coffee was offered in the morning. All for a $10 fee. Train across road but not bad. I'd stay again," reports Lindy B. about Baker City Motel & RV Center.
Hookup availability: Mtn View RV Park offers full-service sites for self-contained vehicles. "Good RV campground with store, clean showers, laundry, clean bathrooms, electric, water. Sites are a little close but do have grass and a picnic table in between," shares Rich J.
Water pressure considerations: Some RV parks have unusually high water pressure. "As the water pressure here is around 100 psi, you need to use a reducer. Sites are close to one another but you still have a grass yard with some separation," advises MickandKarla W.
Site length and turning radius: Many forest campgrounds have limited space for larger RVs. "We were able to drive through the campground with the 27' trailer we had rented but none of the spaces would have accommodated us (that we could see)," notes one camper about Anthony Lake Campground.
Frequently Asked Questions
What camping is available near Haines, OR?
According to TheDyrt.com, Haines, OR offers a wide range of camping options, with 147 campgrounds and RV parks near Haines, OR and 16 free dispersed camping spots.
Which is the most popular campground near Haines, OR?
According to TheDyrt.com, the most popular campground near Haines, OR is A-Frame RV Park with a 4.4-star rating from 13 reviews.
Where can I find free dispersed camping near Haines, OR?
According to TheDyrt.com, there are 16 free dispersed camping spots near Haines, OR.
What parks are near Haines, OR?
According to TheDyrt.com, there are 14 parks near Haines, OR that allow camping, notably Wallowa-Whitman National Forest and Wallowa Whitman National Forest.
Keep Exploring
