If you're interested in a campground surrounded on three sides by 9,000' tall snow-capped mountains and a large, clear lake, this is the area for you. The lake is a popular fishing and boating site. Around the Wallowa Lake area, you can enjoy hiking wilderness trails, horseback riding, bumper boats, canoeing, miniature golf or ride a tramway to the top of one of the mountains (a rise of 4,000'). Wildlife is abundant in the area (check out our downloadable bird list (564k); Acrobat required).
There are gift shops nearby and a thriving artist community which does world-class bronze castings. Tours are available through the foundries and the showroom displays (they'll keep you interested for hours). Wallowa Lake also serves as a gateway to visit Hells Canyon, the deepest gorge in North America. There are activities for everyone in the family.
(187k; full park brochure and map; requires Acrobat) (108k; just the campground map; requires Acrobat)
Vital stats 121 hookup, 89 tent (maximum site 90 feet); 2 yurts; group tent (3 areas, 25 people each). The day-use area and boat ramp open during posted hours. Most campsites close for the winter, but 10 sites stay open (with no water service), and the yurts are available all year. For information only, call (541) 432-4185 or (800) 551-6949. To make reservations, call 1-800-452-5687.
Park rates (subject to rate changes; winter, emergency or other closures)
May 1 to September 30 Full rate: $25 Tent site: $20 Hiker/Biker (per person/per night): $5 Yurt: $38 Extra vehicle: $5 Boat moorage: $10 Group (tent): $74
October 1 to April 30 (Discovery Season) Full rate: $21 Tent site: $16 Hiker/Biker (per person/per night): $5 Yurt: $38 Extra vehicle: $5 Group (tent): $53
