Campgrounds Available This Weekend Near Elgin, OR
Nestled amidst the picturesque landscapes of the Pacific Northwest, the area around Elgin, OR offers a variety of camping options for nature enthusiasts. For RV campers, the Elgin/La Grande KOA is a favored choice, providing full hook-up amenities and stunning views of the nearby Blue Mountains. Tent campers can find a tranquil retreat at the scenic Wallowa-Whitman National Forest, where accessible campgrounds such as the popular Eagle Creek Campground offer lush forests and sparkling streams. For those seeking an authentic back-to-nature experience, dispersed camping is available in the less-traveled expanses of the Umatilla National Forest, where vast open spaces and secluded spots cater to adventurous spirits. The region's geography boasts a mix of rolling hills, dense forests, and dramatic mountain vistas, making it an ideal backdrop for hiking, fishing, and wildlife watching. Whether you prefer the comforts of RV camping, the simplicity of tent camping, or the freedom of dispersed camping, Elgin serves as your gateway to unforgettable outdoor experiences.
Emigrant Springs Campground is part of Emigrant Springs State Heritage Area in Oregon (1 hr 6 min south of Walla Walla, WA) with an elevation of 3,875 feet. There are a total of 66 campsites including 8 cabins. The campground is open all year. 19 sites can accommodate RVs and trailers between 40 and 95 feet. All sites are currently reservable. Reservations can be booked up to 6 months in advance. 16 sites have full hookups (electric, water and sewer). 1 site has electric and water hookups. 2 sites have electric hookups. Fees range from $17.00 to $53.00. Some amenities include shower, drinking water, restroom, firewood, pay telephone, flush toilets. Activities include horseback riding, hiking trails.
Wallowa Lake Campground is part of Wallowa Lake State Park in Oregon (2 hrs 22 min southeast of Walla Walla, WA) with an elevation of 4,404 feet. There are a total of 212 campsites including 2 yurts. The campground is open all year. 120 sites can accommodate RVs and trailers between 25 and 86 feet. All sites are currently reservable. Reservations can be booked up to 6 months in advance. 108 sites have full hookups (electric, water and sewer). 12 sites have electric hookups. Fees range from $20.00 to $75.00. Some amenities include shower, dump station, accessible, boat ramp, swimming, marina, picnic table, fish cleaning station, restroom, trash dumpster, amphitheater, ramada, flush toilets, pet area. Activities include boating, fishing, hiking trails, floating sports, disc golf.
Caretakers Cabin is located in the North Fork John Day Ranger District, Umatilla National Forest (2 hrs 52 min south of Walla Walla, WA) with an elevation of 4,957 feet. The site is open all year. Prices start at $80.00 per night. Activities include hiking trails.
Hells Gate Campground is part of Hells Gate State Park in Idaho (2 hrs 15 min south of Spokane Valley, WA) with an elevation of 754 feet. There are a total of 85 campsites. The campground is open all year. Sites can accommodate RVs and trailers between 30 and 78 feet. All sites are currently reservable. Reservations can be booked up to 9 months in advance. Each site includes a picnic table and fire ring. 9 sites have full hookups (electric, water and sewer). 49 sites have electric and water hookups. Fees range from $30.00 to $36.00. Some amenities include restroom. Activities include fishing, floating sports.
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