Fishing, hiking, and wildlife viewing along the Wallowa River draw campers to this free dispersed site set in forested terrain near Wallowa Lake. Sites have good spacing between them, and the campground runs quieter during the off-season. Note that dogs are allowed but past visitors have flagged poor waste cleanup on trails and around sites, so watch your step. Full hookups, drinking water, and toilets are available on-site. Access is rough, so check road conditions before arriving. Those exploring campgrounds around Wallowa Lake State Park will find several options within a short distance, including Wallowa Lake State Park Campground just 0.1 miles southeast.
Description
Note: Directions listed here are to the park entrance. Please call 800-551-6949 for detailed directions. The walk-in, tent only campground is nestled at the base of the Wallowa Mountains and surrounded by cliffs, tall pine trees, and wildlife. Relax to the sound of the Wallowa River and a small brook that runs through the campground. Take a hike on nearby trails that lead into the Eagle Cap Wilderness or picnic at the Little Alps Day-use Area. Wallowa Lake State Park is north of the campground.
Seasonal Camping
10 walk-in sites are first-come, first-served. Potable water available from spigots in the campground. Park overnight at the Little Alps Day-use Area. $10 per night. Pay at the self-pay station. Cash, check, and credit cards welcome. Firewood is available for $5/bundle. Two vault toilets located in the campground and a full restroom located just north of the campground in the Little Alps Day-use Area.
RV Road Trip Guides
Map & DirectionsWallowa Falls Campground is located in Oregon near Joseph
Coordinates
45.2819915 N
117.2130894 W
Connectivity
- T-MobileNo CoverageVerified by 1 userLast on 9/7/26
- VerizonNo Coverage
- AT&TNo CoverageVerified by 2 usersLast on 7/19/26
Connectivity
- T-MobileNo CoverageVerified by 1 userLast on 9/7/26
- VerizonNo Coverage
- AT&TNo CoverageVerified by 2 usersLast on 7/19/26
Access
- Walk-InPark in a lot, walk to your site.
Site Types
- Tent Sites
Features
For Campers
- Market
- ADA Access
- Trash
- Picnic Table
- Firewood Available
- Phone Service
- Showers
- Drinking Water
- Toilets
- Alcohol
- Pets
- Fires
Drive Time
- 2 hrs 12 min from Lewiston, ID
- 2 hrs 19 min from Walla Walla, WA
- 3 hrs 8 min from Kennewick, WA
- 3 hrs 56 min from Boise, ID






