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North Fork Catherine Creek Campground

USFS · Campground · Free

Free

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Cost
Free
Managed by
USFS
Type
Campground
Hours
Quiet hours are 10:00 p.m. until 6:00 a.m.
Reservations
fs.usda.gov
Coordinates
45.1318, -117.6296
Last verified
September 18, 2026
45.1318° N · 117.6296° W
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Last verifiedSeptember 18, 2026

About this place

North Fork Catherine Creek Campground is a unique facility as the campsites are spread out over 1 mile along the river. Each campsite is set back in the cool evergreen forest and is a popular area in the summer months for those wanting to escape the heat, enjoy the sounds of the stream, view wildlife, or take a short hike along the creek. Also located nearby is the North Fork Catherine Creek Group Campground, that is available on Rec.gov for $40/night.

From the USFS.

Is this site free?

Yes. this site is free to use. It is managed by the USFS.

How do I get to this site?

From La Grande, Oregon travel south on Highway 203 for 14 miles towards Union, Oregon; in Union turn left on East Beakman Street and follow the signs to continue on Highway 203 (also known as Medical Springs Highway); From Union travel southeast on Highway 203 for 11 miles to Catherine Creek Road (which becomes Forest Road 7785); Turn left on Catherine Creek Road for 4.2 miles to the North Fork Catherine Creek Recreation Area sign; The campsites begin on the left side of the road after the sign. From Baker City, Oregon travel north on Interstate 84 for 5 miles to exit 282 (State Highway 203- Medical Springs Highway); Turn right on Highway 203 and go 27 miles to Catherine Creek Road (which becomes Forest Road 7785); Turn right on Catherine Creek Road for 4.2 miles to the North Fork Catherine Creek Recreation Area sign; The campsites begin on the left side of the road after the sign.

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What are the rules at this site?

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

Nearby

No other services within 50 mi on the record.

SourceData from the USFS. Last synced September 18, 2026. Community reports and photos are submitted by travelers and are not verified by the agency.

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