Woodward Campground — Umatilla National Forest

Overview

Woodward Campground is a serene, wooded getaway in the Blue Mountains of eastern Oregon. Located at approximately 5,000' elevation, Woodward provides a cooler, refreshing alternative to the summer heat of the nearby valleys.__ Woodward Campground has a remote feeling, yet is within easy driving distance of Pendleton (1 hr), La Grande (1 hr), Milton-Freewater (45 min), and Walla Walla (1 hr). The campground is shaded by many species of mature evergreen trees and visitors can also enjoy glimpses of nearby Langdon Lake.__

Recreation

Woodward Campground is conveniently located near some of the most popular recreation sites on the Walla Walla Ranger District. Hikers and equestrians can explore the North Fork Umatilla Wilderness from a number of nearby trailheads. Mountain bikers and off-road motorcyclists will want to explore the Umatilla Rim Trail from Andies Prairie trailhead or the South Fork Walla Walla trail system from Burnt Cabin trailhead.__ Families and paddlers can take advantage of Jubilee Lake, which is the most popular recreation site on the Umatilla National Forest and is only 12 miles from Woodward. There is an additional $3 day use fee to visit Jubilee Lake.

Facilities

Woodward Campground is conveniently located near some of the most popular recreation sites on the Walla Walla Ranger District. Hikers and equestrians can explore the North Fork Umatilla Wilderness from a number of nearby trailheads. Mountain bikers and off-road motorcyclists will want to explore the Umatilla Rim Trail from Andies Prairie trailhead or the South Fork Walla Walla trail system from Burnt Cabin trailhead.__ Families and paddlers can take advantage of Jubilee Lake, which is the most popular recreation site on the Umatilla National Forest and is only 12 miles from Woodward. There is an additional $3 day use fee to visit Jubilee Lake.

Natural Features

Woodward Campground sits just north of the North Fork Umatilla Wilderness, one of three congressionally-designated wilderness areas in Umatilla National Forest. This wilderness is characterized by steep, terraced slopes that drop thousands of feet to river canyons below. Shadier slopes contain abundant mature trees, while the sunnier aspects provide open grassy views to distant mountains. The area immediately around the campground is an evergreen forest dominated by pine, larch, fir, and spruce trees that are fed by abundant winter snowpack. This forest type is popular for mushroom and huckleberry picking when in season. Please note that Woodward Campground does not provide access to Langdon Lake, which is privately owned by the adjacent cabin community.

Nearby Attractions

The Tollgate area has a rural charm that will appeal to visitors looking for a break from fast-paced city life. While there are few amenities in the area, the Tollgate Crossing store has a restaurant, a coffee shop/ice cream stand, and a small convenience store to help campers resupply.