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Moss Springs Campground

USFS · Campground · Fee

Fast facts

Cost
Fee charged
Managed by
USFS
Type
Campground
Reservations
fs.usda.gov
Nearest dump station
Bull Prairie Campground · 99.1 mi
Coordinates
45.2753, -117.6800
Last verified
September 19, 2026
45.2753° N · 117.6800° W
Last verifiedSeptember 19, 2026

About this place

Located above Cove, Oregon, the Moss Springs Campground lies on a ridgeline within view of the Eagle Cap Wilderness and is next to Moss Springs Trailhead . This popular campground was constructed to accommodate visitors with packstock, riding stock and campers bound for the wilderness. The site also has 3 accessible campsites and toilets. Trails from the campground drop steeply into the Minam River drainage or follow Grande Ronde Ridge.

From the USFS.

Is Moss Springs Campground free?

No. Moss Springs Campground charges a fee. It is managed by the USFS. Sites are reservable through fs.usda.gov.

How do I get to Moss Springs Campground?

From La Grande, Oregon travel northeast on State Highway 82 for about 2 miles to Island City; In Island City continue straight onto State Highway 237 (Cove Highway) and go 13 miles to Cove, Oregon; In Cove turn right on the Union Cove highway and go 1/2 block; Turn left on Hill Street and follow it to 2nd Street; Continue on 2nd Street which turns into Mill Creek Road; Follow Mill Creek Road which turns into Forest Road 6220; Follow Forest Road 6220 for about 8 miles to the campground and trailhead. ADVISORY: The last six miles of; Forest Road; 6220 are; a; steep, gravel surface narrow road.

What are the rules at Moss Springs Campground?

General rules of use and restrictions apply for this developed recreation site. Motorized vehicles, bicycles, carts, hang gliders and other mechanical equipment are prohibited in the wilderness area.

Nearby

SourceData from the USFS. Last synced September 19, 2026. Community reports and photos are submitted by travelers and are not verified by the agency.

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