Group
RV Sites
Tent Sites
Fires Allowed
Pets Unknown
Drinking Water
About LePage Park
LePage Park is located at the confluence of the John Day and Columbia Rivers just five miles from Rufus, Oregon, and the John Day Dam. Popular activities include river fishing, swimming, water skiing and boating.
Recreation
Visitors enjoy boating, water sports and swimming in the river. Anglers fish for smallmouth bass, catfish, and abundant sunfish. A boat ramp is located at the campground for convenient river access.
Facilities
The campground offers 22 sites with electric hookups and 20 primitive walk-to tent sites. Amenities include flush and pit toilets, showers, drinking water, a dump station and boat ramp.
Natural Features
The park is situated in a river basin with a high desert climate. Mature shade trees line the edges of this open grassy park on the banks of the John Day River. Wildlife is abundant in the area, such as mule deer, waterfowl, and birds of prey.
ADA Access: N
Sites
42
Price
$15.00 - $25.00
Operator
US Army Corps of Engineers
Access
Drive In
Walk In
Boat In
Features
Alcohol Allowed
Drinking Water
Fires Allowed
Phone Service
Picnic Table
Sanitary Dump
Sewer Hookups
Toilets
Trash Available
Contact
Location
LePage Park is located in Oregon
Directions
From Dalles, Oregon, take I-84 east for 30 miles. Take exit 114 and follow signs to the John Day River.
2 Reviews of LePage Park
Great but beware of Goatheads
Ranger Review: Stream2Sea Sunscreen Products at LePage Park
Campground Review:
Gorgeous but beware of goat-heads!!
This is a gorgeous camping spot along the confluence of the Columbia River and the John Day River. It is perfect for fishing, boating, and general family fun. The winds can be high (22MPR during our stay) but still a family favorite! There are 22 sites with electrical hookups(on the pavement without shade) and a couple of dozen grass tent sites. The restrooms are okay and there are showers and a dump station. The edge of the pull-through RV spots follows the river and most spots have easy access to the 10-foot rock access to the water. We visited during the last weekend of July and it was HOT! It was great to be able to jump in the river to cool down but make sure to bring thick water shoes as the goat-heads have taken over!!!
Top reasons I love this campground:
- Right on the John Day River
- High desert beauty
- Sun and water
Product Review: As a Ranger for The Dyrt, occasionally I get to test products. At this campground, I tested Stream2Sea sunscreen products. This is a new family favorite product!! As an avid camper, swimmer, fisher, and scuba diver, we are thrilled to use ocean and coral reef safe products that are eco-conscious! Their products are packaged in mini
Pros:
- Eco-conscious!!
- High-performance products Water-resistant for 80 minutes
- Biodegradable
- No toxins Eco-friendly packaging(sugar cane resin tubes)
Cons:
- Not cheap - but well worth it!
Overall, I give the product five stars
Like a gem, it's small, simple and stunning.
This is one of our family's favorite camping spots. Like a gem, it's small, simple and stunning. At the confluence of the John Day and Columbia Rivers, you can swim, fish, and boat. There is a fabulous roped off swimming area and plenty of space for grass games and a nice play structure for kids.
