Christmas Creek Ranch
Access and availability information for this remote site is limited. The facility is not listed on Recreation.gov and does not appear to operate as a formal rental cabin. No fees are required. Winter access is essentially impossible due to snow and the site's extreme remoteness. Contact the Wallowa-Whitman National Forest for current conditions.
Freeze Warning issued August 29 at 8:50PM PDT until August 30 at 9:00AM PDT by NWS Pendleton OR
* WHAT...Sub-freezing temperatures as low as 30 degrees possible in Wallowa Valley. * WHERE...Wallowa County. * WHEN...From 1 AM to 9 AM PDT Sunday. * IMPACTS...Frost and freeze conditions could kill crops, other sensitive vegetation and possibly damage unprotected outdoor plumbing.
Alcohol Prohibitions
This Order describes acts that are prohibited upon lands, roads and trails within the National Forest System administered by the Forest Service Pacific Northwest Region in regards to alcoholic beverages.
Aquatic Invasive Species
This Order prohibits 1) possessing, storing, or transporting any aquatic invasive animal species AND 2) prohibits possessing, storing, or transporting any aquatic or riparian invasive plant species - on National Forest System lands in the Pacific Northwest Region as specified in the Order.
About
Christmas Creek Ranch is a remote historic ranch site situated in the Hells Canyon National Recreation Area, managed by the Wallowa-Whitman National Forest. The property was originally homesteaded by Homer Hayes sometime prior to 1913, with ranch buildings likely constructed by the Johnson family in the 1930s. Located along the Snake River corridor on the Oregon side just upstream from Dug Bar, this is one of the most isolated sites in the recreation area. The ranch is classified by the USFS as a "Lookout/Cabin" facility, though it is not currently available through Recreation.gov's reservation system and no fees are required. Visitors should expect primitive conditions and must be entirely self-sufficient. Access is extremely difficult, typically requiring boat travel on the Snake River or lengthy backcountry travel. Winter access is essentially impossible due to snow and terrain. The surrounding Hells Canyon landscape offers dramatic views of North America's deepest river gorge, with opportunities for wildlife viewing, hiking historic trails, and experiencing the remote character of this protected wilderness area. The Hells Canyon Recreation Collaborative performs ongoing maintenance on the site's facilities.
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Amenities
| Water | — |
| Fires Allowed | — |
| Toilets | — |
| Dump Station | No |
| Wifi | No |
| Pets Allowed | — |
| Showers | No |
| Electric Hookups | — |
| Water Hookups | — |
| Sewer Hookups | — |
| Camp Store | No |
| Price | $0 |
Vehicle
| Max RV Length | — |
| Max Trailer Length | — |
| Big Rig Friendly | No |
| Pull Through Sites | No |
Contact
| Phone | +1 (541) 523-6391 |
Cell Service
| AT&T | None |
| Verizon | None |
| T-Mobile | None |
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