USFS · Campground · Fee
Grande Ronde Lake Campground is one of three campgrounds in the Anthony Lakes Recreation Area. Located above Grande Ronde Lake in a cool pine-fir forest, it offers picturesque views of the lake and meadow. Popular activities include fishing, canoeing, day hiking, and outdoor photography. This campground offers 8 tent/trailer sites, 3 of which are accessible.
From the USFS.
No. Grande Ronde Lake Campground charges a fee. It is managed by the USFS. Sites are reservable through fs.usda.gov.
From Baker City, OR, head north on Highway 30 toward Haines for; approximately 10 miles; In Haines turn left and follow the Anthony Lake Highway signs (turns into Forest Road 73) for 25 miles to the Anthony Lake Recreation Area; Go past the Anthony Lake Ski Area for about 1 mile to Forest Road 43; After about 0.5 miles turn left at the campground entrance sign; At the road junction the campground is to the left and the day-use lake parking area is to the right. From La Grande, OR, head south on Interstate 84 for 25 mile to exit 285 in North Powder, Oregon; In North Powder follow the ski area signs on Highway 237 for 4 miles to Ellis Road; Turn left on Ellis Road and go about 1 mile to the Anthony Lake Highway; Turn right and follow the Anthony Lake Highway (becomes Forest Road 73) for 16 miles to the ski area; continue past the Anthony Lake Ski Area for about 1 mile to Forest Road 43; After about 0.5 miles turn left at the campground entrance sign; At the road junction the campground is to the left and the day-use parking area is to the right.
General rules of use and restrictions apply for this developed recreation site. The Recreation Site Concessionaire also has rules of use posted for the site. Only non-motorized boats are allowed on the lake.
SourceData from the USFS. Last synced September 18, 2026. Community reports and photos are submitted by travelers and are not verified by the agency.