Best Cabin Camping near Joseph, OR

Cabins near Wallowa Lake State Park provide accommodation options ranging from basic rustic structures to fully equipped rentals with modern amenities. Wallowa Lake State Park Campground offers cabin facilities with electricity and indoor plumbing, while other options like Mountain View Motel and RV Park and Park At The River feature cabins with varying levels of furnishings. A review mentioned that "This camp ground is extremely beautiful. Good spacing between sites," though this refers to the general camping area rather than specifically to the cabins. Most cabins include beds, tables, and limited kitchen facilities, with some providing full bathrooms while others require guests to use communal shower buildings.

Rustic and deluxe cabins are both available, depending on the location. The Fish Lake Campground and Two Color Guard Station offer more remote cabin experiences with fewer amenities, while Grande Hot Springs RV Resort provides more luxurious cabin rentals with access to hot springs. Most cabins require advance reservations, especially during summer months when the area experiences peak visitation. According to one visitor, "We spend a week each summer with a group of friends camping at Wallowa Lake," indicating the popularity of the area. Pet policies vary by location, with some cabins like those at Wallowa Lake State Park and Mountain View Motel allowing pets while others restrict them.

Most cabins include beds but require visitors to bring their own linens, towels, and toiletries. Kitchen facilities vary widely between locations—some cabins offer only basic amenities like small refrigerators and microwaves, while others include more complete setups with stovetops and cooking utensils. On-site markets are available at some locations including Park At The River and Mountain View Motel, allowing guests to purchase basic supplies without traveling to Joseph. For more extensive grocery shopping, Joseph provides additional options for stocking cabin kitchens. Visitors staying at cabins should check specific amenity lists before arrival to ensure they bring all necessary items for their stay.

Best Cabin Sites Near Joseph, Oregon (13)

    1. Wallowa Lake State Park Campground

    46 Reviews
    Joseph, OR
    5 miles
    Website
    +1 (541) 432-4185

    $23 - $78 / night

    "Clean bathrooms scattered throughout, water available. Nice tree cover and a River right at the edge of where we were. There’s trails and the lake close by too. Picnic tables and nice fire pits."

    "The restroom facilities are great. The restrooms have multiple stalls of flushing toilets, running sinks with soap and paper towel dispensers. There are also showers."

    2. Park At The River

    8 Reviews
    Joseph, OR
    5 miles
    Website
    +1 (541) 432-8800

    $34 - $65 / night

    "Park at the River is in a beautiful location but it’s a full blown RV park, not a campground. The big rigs are really packed in."

    "Campsite super nice, peaceful and beautiful surroundings. Restrooms/showers very clean. Staff extremely nice."

    3. Wallowa Falls Campground

    1 Review
    Joseph, OR
    5 miles
    Website
    +1 (800) 551-6949

    "Good spacing between sites. We were here during the Off season. It was quiet and wide open. The town of Joseph was very close and with the visit."

    4. Mountain View Motel and RV Park

    1 Review
    Joseph, OR
    2 miles
    Website
    +1 (541) 432-2982

    5. Grande Hot Springs RV Resort

    42 Reviews
    Union, OR
    36 miles
    Website

    "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."

    6. Blackhorse Campground

    5 Reviews
    Oxbow, OR
    22 miles
    Website
    +1 (541) 426-4978

    "About 40 minutes from Joseph or halfway, nice water, big sites. We got there on an August Friday and about half the sites were open. We will be back for sure"

    "The creek is right next to the sites and is great to sleep next to! The bathrooms were very clean and the sites were well-maintained and relatively private."

    7. Fish Lake Campground

    3 Reviews
    Halfway, OR
    22 miles
    Website
    +1 (541) 742-7511

    "v=ItBigl-IBz8&feature=share](https://youtube.com/watch?v=ItBigl-IBz8&feature=share) Check out the link to a video of our camping trip to Fish Lake Campground."

    "Fish Lake Campground is up above Halfway, OR. It is a pine forested high elevation (6,990ft) Campground on NFD Rd. 66."

    8. Two Color Guard Station

    1 Review
    Halfway, OR
    23 miles
    Website
    +1 (541) 963-7186

    $100 / night

    "This place is quiet, comfortable, and secluded. It’s near the end of 18 miles of unpaved mountain road and some of the most spectacular mountain scenery along the way."

    9. A-Frame RV Park

    13 Reviews
    Baker City, OR
    47 miles
    Website
    +1 (541) 523-3236

    "My electric cord was too short to go plug in. He loaned me two adapters and a 50amp cord to make it reach. No charge."

    "Wifi would periodically drop out, otherwise was able to stream. Nice shady park. Site 27 the 30amp outlet was troublesome. It does not hold plug well."

    10. Papoose Campground

    1 Review
    Riggins, ID
    40 miles
    +1 (208) 839-2211
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Cabin Reviews near Joseph, OR

123 Reviews of 13 Joseph Campgrounds


  • V
    May. 31, 2019

    Grande Hot Springs RV Resort

    Awesome Place

    Wish I’d stayed here for more than one 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. There are full bathrooms with showers close by. Super friendly staff too! Good food, a brewery and drive in theater near by. And a nice hot springs fed pool! Great getaway!

  • Zac R.
    Aug. 9, 2020

    Blackhorse Campground

    Amazing

    About 40 minutes from Joseph or halfway, nice water, big sites. We got there on an August Friday and about half the sites were open. We will be back for sure

  • Kelly N.
    Jul. 17, 2018

    Grande Hot Springs RV Resort

    Glamping with pool and hot showers

    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. We loved it so much that we stayed here two nights. Beware of ticks near the grass area. Cool off with ice cream and cold drinks at the store. Everyone was wonderful to work with and speak to.

  • Heidi P.
    Sep. 7, 2019

    Wallowa Lake State Park Campground

    Clean and quiet

    This campground is a nice well maintained place with clean facilities and well dispersed sites. It was a bad fire season when we were there so it’s pretty smoky in my picture.

    Clean bathrooms scattered throughout, water available. Nice tree cover and a River right at the edge of where we were. There’s trails and the lake close by too. Picnic tables and nice fire pits.

    It was a very quiet place and has several loops in the campground.

  • RThe Dyrt PRO User
    Sep. 10, 2022

    A-Frame RV Park

    Good overnight

    We did not have a reservation for an overnight stop. We lucked out. They had a spot for our 30ft TT. The site was level enough we didn't even have to unhook. Great hosts. My electric cord was too short to go plug in. He loaned me two adapters and a 50amp cord to make it reach. No charge. The bathhouse is in an A frame building so when you look in the mirror to shave you see your feet. Other than that a great stop. They don't do Good Sam discounts.

  • Patrick S.
    Apr. 21, 2022

    Fish Lake Campground

    My favorite campground.

    https://youtube.com/watch?v=ItBigl-IBz8&feature=share

    Check out the link to a video of our camping trip to Fish Lake Campground.

    This is my favorite place to camp. Beautiful views, outstanding action packed trout fishing. Far away from anything. Nice restrooms and natural spring is plumbed in to the campground. Best water I have ever tasted. This place is awesome, you won’t be disappointed.

  • Jon F.
    Sep. 2, 2018

    Grande Hot Springs RV Resort

    Picturesque.

    I wish we had more time at this spot. Beautiful scenery. Small but very clean pool. The campgrounds are very well taken care of. Pet friendly, family friendly.

  • J
    Jun. 30, 2021

    Wallowa Lake State Park Campground

    Great campground, especially for kids!

    I have been here several times as a child, but my most recent venture was as an adult with my own children. It was really nice to see that not much has changed in the last ten years since I was here last, and my kids can enjoy the same campground Ive been going to since I was their age. The restroom facilities are great. The restrooms have multiple stalls of flushing toilets, running sinks with soap and paper towel dispensers. There are also showers. You can buy firewood for 5$ a bundle and bring it back to your campsite in a rolling cart. There's a nice playground for the kids. The wildlife here is pretty desensitized to humans, deer will just wanted through. We spent a whole day feeding two chipmunks (who we named Jeff and Veronica) peanuts. The downside is that the campsites are extremely close together with very little in between so there is very little privacy. A positive if that though is that my kids were able to instantly make friends with our neighbors and they played the whole time and had a blast. The lake is nice, there are often Canadian geese down there. There is a swimming area sectioned off, and boat rentals available. Right down the road is the wallowa lake tramway. It's 38$ per adult, and 28$ per child over 4, but it is definitely a great experience. It's a 15 minute ride to the top of the mountain on a gondola. At the top is a restaurant, restrooms, lots of trails. My personal favorite is the royal purple lookout solely because if the friendly chipmunks that come and harass you for food. Nearby the town if Joseph has a ton of cool shops to visit. Mad marys is a must if you have kids, there is an old fashioned ice cream parlor in half of it. I can't wait to come back here again, because we had a blast!

  • Casey R.
    Jun. 3, 2016

    Wallowa Lake State Park Campground

    Fun place for the fam, but our site was small and only one tent option

    We spent Memorial Day weekend at this park. It was fun, the kids rode bikes, we rented a row boat (they have kayaks, SUP's, etc). The town of Joseph is about 10 minutes with a cute main street area. We stayed in A25 and I think it is the smallest tent site in the whole park (the reason it got 3 of 5 stars). We had a small creek that backed the spot that limited tent placement to one slightly sloped spot squeezed between the road and the picnic table. It was nicely treed by the picnic table which was nice. If we go back, the spot to the right of us (A26) was a really good one (would've been a five star for sure) - spacious, multi tents, etc. This end of the campground was the closest to the lake access, store and docks.


Guide to Joseph

Cabin accommodations near Wallowa Lake range from simple structures to deluxe units with modern conveniences. Located in northeast Oregon at an elevation of 4,372 feet, this area experiences warm summer days and cool nights with temperatures dropping significantly after sunset. Winter brings heavy snowfall, with some cabins remaining open year-round for cold weather recreation.

What to do

Tram ride with mountain views: The Wallowa Lake Tramway operates near Park At The River, taking visitors to stunning viewpoints. "The area is a great little getaway with a myriad of activities to do. Besides the lake there is a (pretty expensive) tram that takes you up the mountain," notes one visitor who stayed at the riverside campsites.

Hiking trails for all levels: Multiple trails are accessible from cabin locations, including paths at Blackhorse Campground. "Hells canyon overlook very close!" reports a camper who enjoyed the riverside setting. Many trails remain snow-covered until late June, requiring appropriate footwear.

Water activities on the lake: Fishing, boating, and swimming are popular summer activities. The lake remains cold even in summer months, with water temperatures rarely exceeding 65°F. "You can practically walk to the alpine tram, you're right on Wallowa lake, there's a great marina and lake access for your boat or SUP," explains one visitor describing the convenient location.

What campers like

Natural hot springs: Grande Hot Springs RV Resort offers mineral soaking pools that remain open late. "The two hot spring fed soaking pools were open for 'twilight soak' until 11 PM which was a great touch after a long day on the road," writes a visitor. The pools maintain different temperatures—one warm and one hot—for varied soaking experiences.

Wildlife viewing opportunities: Cabins often provide front-row seats to local wildlife. "We saw huge bull frogs, tadpoles, and fish. Also saw mule deer," notes a camper at Grande Hot Springs. The best wildlife viewing occurs at dawn and dusk, with binoculars recommended.

River sounds for peaceful sleep: Cabins situated along waterways offer natural sound barriers. At Blackhorse Campground, "The creek is right next to the sites and is great to sleep next to!" according to one camper. "River sound drowns out noises from the road or other campers," adds another visitor, highlighting how the flowing water creates a natural white noise.

What you should know

Reservation timing matters: Summer cabin bookings fill quickly at popular locations. "Sites fill up fast," warns a visitor to Wallowa Lake State Park Campground. Another camper notes, "This is a busy location. Sites fill up fast." Reservations should be made 6-9 months in advance for summer stays.

Off-season advantages: Visiting outside peak summer months provides a different experience. "We arrived in late November, when it was cold, snowy, and practically empty. But the campground and all of its facilities were open, and the camp host was extremely friendly and helpful!" shares a winter visitor to Wallowa Lake State Park.

Bear awareness required: This region has active wildlife including bears. "Well kept and nice rangers. Accommodating and quiet, lots of wild life. This is bear country so if thats not your thing, i wouldnt camp there," advises a camper. Food storage regulations apply at most cabin locations, with bear-resistant containers recommended.

Tips for camping with families

Family-friendly activities nearby: A-Frame RV Park provides convenient access to family activities. "Big trees, lots of shade, full hook ups. Pic-Nic tables at each spot," reports a visitor, noting the shade is particularly valuable during hot summer days when temperatures can reach 90°F.

Pet policies vary significantly: Some cabin rentals welcome pets while others prohibit them entirely. "Dog Friendly with a 14 acres off-leash dog park!" mentions one A-Frame RV Park visitor. Check specific pet policies before booking, as additional cleaning fees often apply for cabins permitting pets.

Consider accessibility needs: Access to some remote cabins requires preparation. At Fish Lake Campground, cabins sit at 6,990 feet elevation on forest service roads. "Dusty road but all gravel- drove in with my little Nissan Sentra just fine," reports a visitor. High-clearance vehicles aren't required for most cabin locations, but road conditions deteriorate after rainfall.

Tips from RVers

Hookup availability for hybrid stays: Many camping cabins near Joseph, Oregon share facilities with RV sites, allowing for mixed group accommodation. "We have a 36ft travel trailer with slides on both sides. Was able to fit into the pull through no problem with truck parked in front," notes a visitor to A-Frame RV Park.

Winter water limitations: Cold weather affects water availability at some locations. One camper reported: "Unfortunately they had water hookups shut off for winter (after we made our reservation, but before we arrived). So we had to venture back out to the designated water fill campsite our first morning." Check seasonal utility status before arrival.

Dump station capacity concerns: Some facilities have limited waste handling capabilities. "They ask that you don't offload a full black/grey tank at your site, as the septic system can't handle it," advises a visitor, suggesting emptying tanks before arrival during peak season to avoid potential issues.

Frequently Asked Questions

Which is the most popular cabin campsite near Joseph, OR?

According to TheDyrt.com, the most popular cabin campground near Joseph, OR is Wallowa Lake State Park Campground with a 4.6-star rating from 46 reviews.

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