Best Dog-Friendly Camping near Meacham, OR

Emigrant Springs State Heritage Area accommodates pets at all tent sites, RV spots, and rustic cabins with varying levels of amenities. Full hookup RV sites provide water, sewer, and electric connections, while tent campers have access to clean shower facilities and restrooms. Several campgrounds near Meacham allow dogs on trails throughout the park, though leashes are required in all common areas and camping loops. Bird Track Springs, Hilgard Junction State Park, and Spring Creek Campground all maintain pet-friendly policies with accessible waste stations. The campground offers spacious sites with room to set up hammocks and chairs, allowing comfortable arrangements for campers traveling with pets.

Dog owners should note the proximity of most campgrounds to Interstate 84, which creates significant noise levels that may disturb sensitive pets. Several hiking trails connect directly to campgrounds, providing exercise opportunities without leaving the immediate area. Wallowa-Whitman National Forest offers extensive free dispersed camping options for travelers with pets seeking a quieter experience away from highway sounds. The High Road Cabin provides two tent spots with pet-friendly policies in a more secluded setting. Wildlife encounters are possible throughout the area, so keeping dogs leashed protects both pets and native animals. Campground hosts regularly maintain clean bathroom facilities, which enhances convenience during longer stays with pets. Most facilities remain open from May through October, with some locations offering limited winter camping in cabins where pets are permitted during below-freezing conditions.

Best Dog-Friendly Sites Near Meacham, Oregon (62)

    1. Emigrant Springs State Heritage Area

    26 Reviews
    Meacham, OR
    3 miles
    Website
    +1 (541) 983-2277

    $22 - $74 / night

    "It was a welcome dose of green after a long day of brown along the interstate through Idaho and western Oregon. The cabin was rustic, the shower house was in good repair with nice hot showers."

    "Oregon always has beautiful state parks. This one is no different. It is close to Hwy 84, so there is road noise. The campsites don't seem to be as on top of each other as some places."

    2. Wallowa-Whitman NF 21 - Dispersed

    10 Reviews
    La Grande, OR
    11 miles
    Website
    +1 (541) 962-8500

    "Light sleepers would have a hard time here due to highway noise but overall good rest stop. My dog wouldn’t stop trying to eat all the horse poop around the camp site."

    "Primitive dispersed campsites with rock fire rings right off the highway. Down side is it's a little too noisy for my taste."

    3. Spring Creek Campground

    9 Reviews
    La Grande, OR
    12 miles
    Website
    +1 (541) 963-7186

    "It’s direct access onto the road from the highway exit. It’s a rough road about 1.2 miles, that’s bumpy and has lots of pot holes. Snow coverage on the road was minimal, max 2”."

    "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."

    4. Hilgard Junction State Park Campground

    12 Reviews
    La Grande, OR
    15 miles
    Website
    +1 (800) 551-6949

    $10 / night

    "There is a trail if you head North that winds up and puts you on the Oregon trail, I biked it on my ebike, it is pretty strenuous and bumpy."

    "Hilgard Junction is a small, Riverside day use area, travel rest-stop and campground at the junction of I-84 and Highway 244 on the Grande Ronde river at the base of Mt. Emily."

    5. Wildhorse Casino

    12 Reviews
    Cayuse, OR
    16 miles
    Website
    +1 (800) 654-9453

    "It's not far off the highway which makes it great for a quick stop. Bathrooms and showers are clean, staff is friendly and helpful. The pool is nice. There's not a lot of privacy."

    "A pleasant facility that is easy to drive and maneuver with a tow behind trailer. Sites were fairly level with lawn and a picnic table. Property is well maintained."

    6. Bird Track Springs

    8 Reviews
    La Grande, OR
    15 miles
    Website
    +1 (541) 963-7186

    $5 - $10 / night

    "If you have a four-wheel drive vehicle, staying here in March is plausible. There was about a foot and a half of snow, but the bathrooms were still accessible. It’s cold, but fun!"

    "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..."

    7. Grande Hot Springs RV Resort

    42 Reviews
    Union, OR
    28 miles
    Website

    "Pet friendly, family friendly."

    "Pets cannot be off leash. The pool is mor of a big hot tub, not for actual swimming"

    8. Wildhorse Resort Casino RV Park & Tipi Villiage

    9 Reviews
    Cayuse, OR
    16 miles
    Website

    $20 - $80 / night

    "People tend to not leash their dog which is a problem for my dog. Full hookups, check in is 3pm out is 11am."

    "Easy and simple access to all hookups. Mostly quiet (except for simi trucks parking for the night on the road near park running their equipment all night.) Staff was professional and kind."

    9. The High Road Cabin (two) TENT Spots

    1 Review
    Meacham, OR
    8 miles
    Website
    +1 (541) 240-9252

    $29 / night

    10. Pendleton KOA

    11 Reviews
    Pendleton, OR
    20 miles
    Website
    +1 (541) 276-1041
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Dog-Friendly Camping Reviews near Meacham, OR

291 Reviews of 62 Meacham Campgrounds


  • Jaime B.
    Jun. 17, 2021

    RV Resort Four Seasons

    Lots of hookups

    This site was right next to Fort Walla Walla, with a park and dog park. Not much else here but weird animal statues and long-term RVers. Lots of hookups for RV and trailers. No tent or car camping. The bathrooms were still closed June 2021, need to use your own hookups.

  • Jennie R.
    May. 30, 2018

    Emigrant Springs State Heritage Area

    Thimbleberries and plenty of room

    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. The cabin was rustic, the shower house was in good repair with nice hot showers. There seemed to be good space and shade around the sites offering some privacy. Great spot! Take the time to stop in Meacham on the West side of I-84 tomstop at The Oregon Trail Cafe - literally the ONLY store in this teeny town. Wonderful hospitality, the local ‘scoop’ and great breakfast.

  • Kim J.The Dyrt PRO User
    Aug. 3, 2025

    Fox Hill Campground by MERA Motocross Track

    Close to town and free ✨️

    The views are incredible. Ohv park so lots of riders. I enjoyed the sounds of people enjoying themselves. Others may not. Pets are allowed. Lots of trails! There's some trash.

  • 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.

  • MickandKarla W.The Dyrt PRO User
    Aug. 22, 2024

    Blue Valley RV Park

    Nice Campground

    Our GPS took us right to the campground (CG) plus there was plenty of Blue Valley RV Park signage to guide the way into a small industrial area and the adjacent golf course. Check-in was quick and we proceeded to back-in site 8 with FHUs. 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. The sites on this side of the CG are nicely landscaped with a decent amount of room. After reviewing all the rules on line, we were a little concerned but the management was not overbearing and there are four main rules as displayed when you check in 1) 5 mph speed limit, 2) don’t park in the road) 3) pick up after your pet, and 4) pets on a leash. Water pressure was good at about 50 psi. We got 4 bars on Verizon. There were no mature trees in our area, so we did not have a problem getting a clear shot north for our Starlink. We logged into the Wifi and it was above average, but the CG was not full. The CG is near a small but nice industrial area near the police station and humane society. Go to Walla Walla’s main street area where there are far more wine tasting rooms than you can do in a day. Grab pizza from the Sweet Basil Pizzeria. This CG was a good choice to visit the area.

  • Tara M.
    May. 28, 2025

    Pendleton KOA

    If you have another option go there

    We have been here for month and honestly that 29 days to long. This place is okay for one night but if you want piece and quiet, this place is not it. The spots are so close together that you can hear others conversations. Every other day we were woke up from the park staff talking beside my RV running sprinklers, doing lawn care, or something. Don't leave anything on their picnic table or they will knock on your door at 9:30 am and they will keep knocking til you answer. Sure there's wifi but good luck using it. Pet park really stinks. Yes dogs use it but they don't treat it so on a sunny day it's strong stinch of piss. Almost Unbearable. Staff in the office are sweet but maintenance guy is an asshole. But the veins are beautiful.

  • CThe Dyrt PRO User
    Jun. 25, 2022

    Grande Hot Springs RV Resort

    Neat and beautiful

    They have an amazing brand new reception, very nice people. These are the cleanest restrooms I’ve ever seen, and we camp a lot! Wifi is okay. Only giving 4 stars because they could add some kids recreation. Other than that, 10/10. Pets cannot be off leash. The pool is mor of a big hot tub, not for actual swimming

  • J
    Oct. 5, 2021

    Grande Hot Springs RV Resort

    Lovely campground and location!

    We stayed at Grande Hot Springs RV Resort in June and September 2021. We really enjoyed our stay at this park. We stayed in site 2 which was a large pull-thru site for our fifth wheel. Sites are long, flat, and level with 50 amp, water and sewer hookups. 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. We can’t say enough about the professional staff, who were warm, friendly, and helpful. We even had some packages delivered here, which was a big bonus for us. We a lot of other friendly campers here. The WiFi is top-notch. This is our favorite Oregon campground and we highly recommend a stay here. For videos on the campground, visit YouTube: Jeff & Steff’s Excellent Adventure.

  • Kelly H.The Dyrt PRO User
    Nov. 25, 2022

    Anthony Lake Campground

    Pretty Campground, not for large RV's

    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.  Peaceful and lovely spot.  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.  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). We were lucky, though, they let us stay in the group camp since there were no reservations for a few days.  It was a little snug, but worked out beautifully.    The campground proper looked very pretty as well.


Guide to Meacham

Discover the best spots for pets-allowed camping near Meacham, Oregon, where you and your furry friends can enjoy the great outdoors together.

Pet-friendly campgrounds include Emigrant Springs State Heritage Area

  • This campground offers a variety of amenities, including electric hookups and clean showers, making it a comfortable stay for both you and your pet at Emigrant Springs State Heritage Area.
  • With picnic tables and firewood available, you can enjoy cozy evenings with your pet in a beautiful setting surrounded by tall trees.
  • While the proximity to Highway 84 may bring some noise, the well-maintained sites provide a pleasant atmosphere for a quick getaway.

Pet owners like the convenience of Hilgard Junction State Park Campground

  • Located right on the river, Hilgard Junction State Park Campground features spacious sites with fire pits and easy access to water, perfect for a refreshing dip with your dog.
  • The campground is known for its clean facilities and friendly atmosphere, making it a great stop for families traveling with pets.
  • Although there may be some road noise, the serene environment and nearby hiking trails offer plenty of opportunities for exploration.

Tips for camping with dogs near Meacham

  • Always keep your pet on a leash while exploring the grounds of Wildhorse Resort Casino to ensure their safety and the comfort of other campers.
  • Bring along plenty of water and snacks for your pet, especially when visiting campgrounds like Pendleton KOA, where amenities may be limited.
  • Consider choosing sites further from the highway at places like Bird Track Springs to enjoy a quieter experience while still having access to nature trails and scenic views.

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According to TheDyrt.com, the most popular dog-friendly campground near Meacham, OR is Emigrant Springs State Heritage Area with a 3.5-star rating from 26 reviews.

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