North Fork Catherine Creek Campground
Open — Not maintained in the off-season. Snow conditions during early spring and late fall may close the access road.
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
North Fork Catherine Creek Campground is a unique facility where individual campsites are dispersed over a mile along Forest Road 7785, beginning at Buck Creek Road and extending to the North Fork Catherine Creek Trailhead. Each site sits back in a cool spruce and fir forest with pull-off parking areas and picnic tables. The campground is popular during summer months for those seeking relief from the heat, enjoying the sounds of the nearby creek, wildlife viewing, or accessing hiking trails along the creek. The facility operates on a first-come, first-served basis with no fees. Restrooms are available, but there is no potable water, so campers must bring their own. The campground is not maintained in the off-season, and snow conditions during early spring and late fall may close the access road. A nearby group campground is available for reservation through Recreation.gov. Quiet hours are enforced from 10:00 p.m. to 6:00 a.m. The area provides access to the Eagle Cap Wilderness, though motorized vehicles, bicycles, and other mechanical equipment are prohibited within the wilderness boundary.
Directions
From La Grande, travel south on Highway 203 for 14 miles to Union. In Union, turn left on East Beakman Street and follow signs to continue on Highway 203 (Medical Springs Highway). From Union, travel southeast on Highway 203 for 11 miles to Catherine Creek Road (Forest Road 7785). Turn left on Catherine Creek Road for 4.2 miles to the North Fork Catherine Creek Recreation Area sign. Campsites begin on the left side of the road after the sign.
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Amenities
| Water | No |
| Fires Allowed | Yes |
| Toilets | Yes |
| Dump Station | No |
| Wifi | No |
| Pets Allowed | Yes |
| 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 | — |
Contact
| Phone | +1 (541) 523-6391 |
Cell Service
| AT&T | None |
| Verizon | None |
| T-Mobile | None |
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