Lick Creek Campground
Closed — Closed for the season due to snow. The Hells Canyon Scenic Byway is typically closed from late October through late May or early June and is not passable with motor vehicles. The campground operates June through September and is not maintained in the off-season.
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
Lick Creek Campground offers a quiet camping experience along Lick Creek in the Hells Canyon National Recreation Area. Located on the Hells Canyon Scenic Byway (Forest Road 39), this small 9-site campground provides a peaceful setting surrounded by forested terrain with a mix of trees and open spaces. Each campsite is equipped with a picnic table and fire ring. The campground features vault toilets but no potable water, so campers must bring their own supply. All sites are first-come, first-served with payment collected at a self-service fee station. Quiet hours are enforced from 10:00 p.m. to 6:00 a.m. The campground serves as a convenient base for exploring the Hells Canyon National Recreation Area. Popular activities include day hiking, fishing in Lick Creek, wildlife viewing, and scenic drives along the byway. The area experiences light to moderate use during the summer season.
Directions
From Enterprise, Oregon travel south on Oregon State 82 to Joseph for about 6.5 miles. In Joseph turn left on Oregon State 350 for about 8 miles. Turn right on the Wallowa Loop Road (also known as the Hells Canyon Scenic Byway). Travel on this road which eventually becomes Forest Road 39 for 16 miles. The campground is on the left after the Lick Creek crossing.
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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 | — |
Contact
| Phone | +1 (541) 523-6391 |
Cell Service
| AT&T | None |
| Verizon | None |
| T-Mobile | None |
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