USFS · Group Campground · Fee
The North Fork Catherine Creek Group Campground is a small group campground located along the North Fork of Catherine Creek. Situated near the creek in a mixed pine and fir forest, the campground is popular in the summer and fall hunting seasons for those wanting a relaxing secluded site.
From the USFS.
No. this site charges a fee. It is managed by the USFS. Sites are reservable through fs.usda.gov.
From La Grande, Oregon travel south on Highway 203 for 14 miles towards Union, Oregon; in Union turn left on East Beakman St. and follow the signs to continue on Highway 203 (also known as Medical Springs Highway); From Union travel southeast on Highway 203 for 11 more miles to Catherine Creek Road (which becomes Forest Road 7785); Turn left on Catherine Creek Road and go 5.5 miles to campground entrance sign on the right. 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 and go 5.5 miles to campground entrance sign on the right.
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.
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.