Hidden Campground
Closed — Closed for the season. The campground typically operates June through September. Quiet hours are 10:00 p.m. to 6:00 a.m.
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.
Restrictions on Use of Forage and Mulch Products
This Order prohibits unloading, storing, or using any straw, hay, grain, seed, or other forage or mulch products that are not state-certified weed free on the National Forest System lands, roads or trails in any Closure Area as specific in the Order.
Occupancy and Use of Wild and Scenic Snake River Wallowa-Whitman National Forest
Prohibitions on all National Forest System Lands with in the Wallowa-Whitman National Forest, in the State of Oregon and Idaho within a 1/4 mile of the Snake River Between Hells Canyon Dam, river mile 247.5, down stream to the Oregon-Washington boarder at river mile 176.0.
Forest Order: HCNRA Fire Closure Order
Pursuant to 36 CFR, Sec. 261.50(a), the following acts are prohibited on all National Forest System Landswithin the Wallowa-Whitman National Forest, in the State of Oregon and Idaho within a ¼ mile of the Snake
Forest Order: Anthony Lakes Over-the-Snow and Wheeled Vehicles
Prohibitions on vehicle use off road in areas around Anthony Lakes.
Forest Order: Tri-Forest 14-Day Stay Limit
Prohibitions for camping on the Umatilla, Wallowa-Whitman, and Malheur National Forests for a period longer than 14 days within any 30-day period.
Forest Order: Hells Canyon National Recreation Area - Domestic Sheep and Goats
Prohibitions on possessing, storing, or transporting any domestic sheep or goat in the Hells Canyon National Recreation Area.
About
Hidden Campground is a small, rustic facility situated along the Wild and Scenic Imnaha River within the Hells Canyon National Recreation Area of the Wallowa-Whitman National Forest. This remote campground offers 10 tent/trailer sites, with 3 fully accessible sites, making it a quiet destination for campers seeking a peaceful riverside experience. Each campsite includes a picnic table, fire ring, and parking area. The campground has vault toilets but no drinking water on site; water is available seasonally at nearby Indian Crossing and Ollokot Campgrounds. The campground is accessed via the scenic Hells Canyon Scenic Byway and Forest Road 3960, offering stunning views en route. Popular activities include camping, hiking, fishing in the Imnaha River, wildlife viewing, and photography. The remote location and light usage level make it ideal for campers looking to explore the rugged beauty of Hells Canyon and the Eagle Cap Wilderness. Quiet hours are enforced from 10:00 p.m. to 6:00 a.m., and the campground operates on a first-come, first-served basis with some sites available for reservation through Recreation.gov.
Directions
From Enterprise, travel south on State Highway 82 to Joseph for about 6.5 miles. In Joseph turn left on State Highway 350 and go about 8 miles to Wallowa Loop Road. Turn right on Wallowa Loop Road (Hells Canyon Scenic Byway), which becomes Forest Road 39, and travel 30 miles. Turn left onto Forest Road 3960 and go 7 miles to the campground entrance on the left near the Imnaha River. From Halfway, head east on Record Road to Highway 86 for 1 mile, then travel east on Highway 86 for 9 miles to Forest Road 39 (Hells Canyon Scenic Byway). Travel about 23 miles on Forest Road 39, turn left onto Forest Road 3960, and go 7 miles to the campground entrance on the left.
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Amenities
| Water | No |
| Fires Allowed | Yes |
| Toilets | Yes |
| Dump Station | No |
| Wifi | No |
| Pets Allowed | Yes |
| Showers | No |
| Electric Hookups | No |
| Water Hookups | No |
| Sewer Hookups | No |
| Camp Store | No |
| Price | $10 |
Vehicle
| Max RV Length | — |
| Max Trailer Length | — |
| Big Rig Friendly | No |
| Pull Through Sites | No |
Cell Service
| AT&T | None |
| Verizon | None |
| T-Mobile | None |
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