Ollokot Campground
The campground operates seasonally from June through September. Access via the Hells Canyon Scenic Byway (Forest Road 39) is typically closed by snow from late October through late May or early June. The campground is not maintained in the off-season. Reservations available through Recreation.gov.
Red Flag Warning issued July 22 at 1:23PM PDT until July 23 at 8:00PM PDT by NWS Pendleton OR
...The upper level low offshore will shift to the east just enough today to allow for monsoonal moisture to move into the region. Instability will accompany the moisture and allow for increased chances of isolated to scattered thunderstorms across central Oregon and portions of the eastern mountains. Brief heavy downpours, gusty outflow winds, small hail, and frequent lightning will be possible... The National Weather Service in Pendleton has issued a Red Flag Warning for abundant lightning, which is in effect from 11 AM to 8 PM PDT Thursday. * AFFECTED AREA...Fire Weather Zones 694 Grande Ronde Valley of Oregon, 695 Eagle Cap Wilderness, 697 Central Blue Mountains and 699 Western Forested Blue Mountains. * TIMING...From 11 AM to 8 PM PDT Thursday. * IMPACTS...Any fire that develops will catch and spread quickly. Outdoor burning is not recommended. * THUNDERSTORMS...Isolated to scattered dry thunderstorms Thursday after 1200. * OUTFLOW WINDS...Gusts from 25-45 mph
Air Quality Alert issued July 22 at 7:00PM PDT by NWS Pendleton OR
Oregon Department of Environmental Quality has issued an Air Quality Advisory until noon PDT Friday. For the Smoke Air Quality Advisory, wildfires burning in the region combined with forecasted conditions will cause air quality to reach unhealthy levels. Pollutants in smoke can cause burning eyes, runny nose, aggravate heart and lung diseases, and aggravate other serious health problems. Limit outdoor activities and keep children indoors if it is smoky. Please follow medical advice if you have a heart or lung condition. For additional information...please visit the Web site at http://www.oregon.gov/DEQ
Air Quality Alert issued July 22 at 12:08PM PDT by NWS Pendleton OR
Oregon Department of Environmental Quality has issued an Air Quality Advisory until 4 PM PDT this afternoon. For the Smoke Air Quality Advisory, wildfires burning in the region combined with forecasted conditions will cause air quality to reach unhealthy levels. Pollutants in smoke can cause burning eyes, runny nose, aggravate heart and lung diseases, and aggravate other serious health problems. Limit outdoor activities and keep children indoors if it is smoky. Please follow medical advice if you have a heart or lung condition. For additional information...please visit the Web site at http://www.oregon.gov/DEQ
About
Ollokot Campground is located in the Wallowa-Whitman National Forest along the Wild and Scenic Imnaha River, surrounded by old-growth ponderosa pine forest. The campground offers 13 standard nonelectric campsites, each equipped with a picnic table, fire ring, and parking area. Vault toilets and potable water from a hand pump are available seasonally. The campground serves as an ideal weekend getaway or summer destination for those wanting to fish the Imnaha River, pick wild berries, take day hikes, or explore the Hells Canyon Scenic Byway. The area sees moderate use and maintains quiet hours from 10:00 p.m. to 6:00 a.m. Accessible campsites are available for visitors with mobility needs. Access is via Forest Road 39 (Hells Canyon Scenic Byway), which is typically closed by snow from late October through late May or early June. Reservations can be made through Recreation.gov, and a self-service fee station is available on-site.
Directions
From Enterprise, Oregon, travel south on OR-82 to Joseph for about 6.5 miles. In Joseph, turn left on OR-350 and go about 8 miles to the Wallowa Loop Road. Turn right on Wallowa Loop Road (Hells Canyon Scenic Byway/Forest Road 39) and travel 31 miles to the campground entrance on the left near the Imnaha River. From Halfway, Oregon, head east 1 mile on Record Road to Highway 86, go 9 miles to Forest Road 39 towards Enterprise/Joseph, turn left and travel about 23 miles to the campground on the right before the Imnaha River crossing.
Amenities
| Water | Yes |
| Fires Allowed | Yes |
| Toilets | Yes |
| Dump Station | — |
| Wifi | No |
| Pets Allowed | — |
| Showers | No |
| Electric Hookups | — |
| Water Hookups | — |
| Sewer Hookups | — |
| Camp Store | No |
| Price | $15 |
Vehicle
| Max RV Length | — |
| Max Trailer Length | — |
| Big Rig Friendly | — |
| Pull Through Sites | — |
Contact
| Phone | +1 (541) 523-6391 |
Cell Service
| AT&T | None |
| Verizon | None |
| T-Mobile | None |
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