River access defines the experience at Hidden Campground, where Forest Service sites sit alongside flowing water in the Wallowa National Forest. Adam H. notes the sites are "relatively open and well maintained," making this an accessible base for anglers and paddlers exploring the area's waterways.
The campground operates from May through October, with standard amenities including toilets and fire rings. Despite its remote location requiring extra travel time, visitors report finding available sites even during busy holiday weekends. For those planning extended stays in the region, camping near Wallowa National Forest provides additional options within the same forest system.
Description
Hidden Campground is a small, rustic facility along the Wild and Scenic Imnaha River. The campground offers 10 tent/trailer sites with 3 of these being fully accessible. Drinking water is located at the Indian Crossing and Ollokot Campgrounds seasonally.
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Location
Public CampgroundHidden is located in Oregon
Directions
From Halfway, Oregon head east out of town on Record Road to Highway 86 for 1 mile; Travel east on Highway 86 for 9 miles to Wallowa Loop Road (also known as Forest Road 39 and Hells Canyon Scenic Byway) towards Enterprise and Joseph; Travel about 23 miles on Forest Road 39 to Forest Road 3960; . Turn left off Forest Road 39 to Forest Road 3960 and go 7 miles to campground; Campground entrance is signed on left near the Imnaha River.
Coordinates
45.11300043 N
116.977 W
Connectivity
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Access
Site Types
- Tent Sites
- Standard (Tent/RV)
Features
For Campers
- Toilets
- Alcohol
- Pets
- Fires
Drive Time
- 3 hrs 11 min from Lewiston, ID
- 3 hrs 18 min from Walla Walla, WA
- 3 hrs 21 min from Boise, ID
- 4 hrs 7 min from Kennewick, WA
