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In Oregon's high desert, this creek babbles through a canyon beneath Ponderosa Pines.

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Catherine Creek State Park Campground

20 sites · RVs, Tents In Catherine Creek State Park

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Northern Star Pallette Ranch

8 sites · RVs, Tents300 acres · Wallowa Lake, OR

Built in the 1940's by the late actor Eugene Pallette as a hideaway from Hollywood and a Refuge from looming world disaster after World War 2. There once was a cannery, a power plant a sawmill and a 5,000 sq' concrete warehouse built to withstand anything and house years of provisions. Many buildings are still standing and utilized. The past guest list included Cark Gable (Gone with The Wind) Amelia Earhart and her navigator Fred Noonan and Errol Flynn and many more. Located on the shores of the Imnaha river we have 2 miles of accessible, private spots. There is a lot of wildlife here and there is no better place to "unwind" and regroup. Pitch your tent in total privacy along the shores of the River and then kick back and take in all the sights and sounds of Nature. Surrounded by canyons on all sides tucked away in a private Valley is 300+ acres of room to roam along the river. We have firewood and frozen bottles of water for coolers available for an extra charge And have added 3 outhouses. Potable water, picnic tables, and outhouses on site. Pets are welcome. Camp fires are permitted outside of a fire ban. Our guests love staying here: "Camping at the ranch was pure enjoyment. We did not see or hear anything but the rushing river and the surrounding woods. The stars at night we’re amazing and there was plenty to explore on the property and nearby."

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Lemmie Camp

1 site · RV, Tent15 acres · Enterprise, OR

15 Acre farm with views of the Wallowa Mountains, and the Seven Devils in Idaho. Only 2 miles from town, but secluded and quiet surrounded by bare land and hillsides. Easy access to all of the town amenities, with an out-of-town feel. Leave the busy sounds of traffic and tourism and enjoy your quiet serene space. Chance to see a variety of wildlife passing through. You are minutes from local restaurants, 13 miles from Wallowa Lake State Park & all that the Wallowa-Whitman National Forest has to offer- trailheads for hiking, the lake for swimming or boating, and a bike or walking trail. Just outside of town you can head to the Minam River, or Snake River for fishing and recreation. 15 miles from the Zumwalt Prairie Nature Preserve where you can observe nature and agriculture.

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Pondosa, Oregon. Old mill town.

4 sites · RVs, Tents5 acres · Baker City, OR

Learn more about this land:Campsites are gravel parking with park-like lawn, well kept, and surrounded by a small picnicking area with extra parking, porta potty, garbage receptical, BBQs, tables and chairs on sprawling grassy lawns shaded with 100 year old large trees. Perfect for a large group. We have a big tree swing and an adult size teeter totter for you to enjoy. There is a horseshoe area. The camping sites are back in only, so if you have trouble backing in, I am happy to help. Each spot has a fire pit with first firewood supplied, (additional be purchased) and a picnic table. Surrounding area is sagebrush, 2 miles from Wallowa National Forest with miles and miles of wilderness trails, lakes and Mountain fishing, ATVs, hiking, biking. You can ride your ATVs right from the camp. There is huckleberry and mushroom picking in early summer and late spring. Local wildlife consists of deer, elk, eagles and owls, pheasants, quail, wild turkeys, all kinds of birds, (even an occasional farm chicken may wander by) and coyotes and frogs calling at night. My friendly labs like to come say hi. Campsites are for tents or RVs. Our electric is shared among the campsites. Our water is from a wonderful deep cold well that’s piped to a shared outlet in the middle of the RV camp. Bring a hose to hook up, we have one if you need one. Guest Wi-Fi if you’re close to the store. Cell service is limited. I do allow generators if you are not sharing the park with anyone else. If you’re the only ones, no quiet time, if others are camping, quiet time is from 10:00 pm - 7:00 am. Site 1: largest fire pit, close to the power hook up, the most shady spot but still sunny, closest to the park. Site 2: A bit of shade, most of the day in sun. Closest to water hook up. Site 3: A Sunny site, a little late afternoon shade. A little more privacy as it’s the last spot. Farthest stretch for water and power, but I provide an extension power cord to it. Our little store has items you may need if you run out or forget something. We also sell regular gas.

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The High Road Cabins N camping

3 sites · RVs, Tents1 acre · La Grande, OR

Private land in the forest with a Log cabin(s) (built about a century ago). No general public access. Get to know each other again, or take a "soul reset" vacation to find yourself again or walk to the pond and catch dinner. Everyone who comes here, takes a deep breath and says how beautiful it is and how lucky we are. We agree and we would like you to come enjoy it as well. Take your trash with you. The trash bins are for the cabins only. Campers please follow "leave no trace" and take it all with you.

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Almosta Farm

3 sites · Lodging, RVs, Tents15 acres · Cove, OR

We are a woman owned family farm in peaceful Cove, Oregon. Enjoy the goats and pet pig as well as the beautiful sunsets and expansive night sky.

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Summerville Stables

2 sites · RVs, Tents40 acres · Summerville, OR

Summerville Stables is a working horseback riding facility set on 40 gorgeous acres with ponds, creeks, lush pastures filled with horses, and endless Mountain Views! Guests can visit all the farm animals and book a horseback ride if they wish!

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Glamp at the Evans Farm

3 sites · Lodging, Tents30 acres · Joseph, OR

The Evans Farm is a Century Farm which has been in our family for three generations (with the fourth generation children enjoying it now). It was a self sufficient family farm for many years with Jersey Dairy cattle, Suffolk Sheep, pigs, quality horses, both Draft and Riding, and a flock of chickens. A large garden supplied family vegetables. A love for the land and the area were all part of the Farm. Located two miles from Joseph, three miles from Wallowa Lake, and close to hiking, fishing, camping, and outdoor adventures, the Farm is secluded but offers easy access to the surrounding area.

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Three R's Ranch

1 site · RV, Tent10 acres · Baker City, OR

The Three R's Ranch sits on 9.7 acres while looking at the Elk horn mountains, we have four seasons here in Eastern Oregon. There is a wide variety of towns, parks, lakes, hot springs, hiking, fishing, hunting, scenic byway boating also a downtown bar seen activities and surroundings to keep you entertained.

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Fluit Farms

10 sites · RVs3 acres · Joseph, OR

We have a 3 acre corner parcel of our 100+acre farm that we are offering for campers! We use natural and organic practices on our farm. You will be located in the country about 5 miles from Joseph, next to a trickling stream in the valley surrounded by farms and ranches. Pets are welcome, including horses. Activities on our road; McCully trailhead for finding Morels, hiking, or horseback riding and Kinney Lake fishing. Nearby attractions would be lots of hunting, Wallowa Lake, go carts and Tramway, paddle boarding, boating, rodeos events, rail rider cars, concerts, parades, car shows and more!

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With the Wallowa Mountains rising in the background, this tree-lined canyon is a respite in the High Desert. Bring your fishing gear, because you don't want to miss the rainbow trout. They'll tease you with their silvery fins. Your fly-fishing must be at the top of its game.

Work off your picnic lunch with the Horseshoe pits or a 3-mile nature trail. Then take a nap under the towering pines.

Campgrounds in the park offer you a perfect home base for exploring the area. Nearby Hells Canyon is the deepest gorge in North America. A few pioneer graveyards remind you of how difficult it was to settle these lands 150 years ago.

The Oregon Trail Interpretive Center near Baker Cityexplains the area's human history. Anglers definitely need to check out Eagle Creek for more great fishing.

You can pick from one of 20 rustic campsites with water nearby. The parking lot can accommodate self-contained RVs.

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Unleash your adventurous spirit while camping in the Alvord Desert, a unique haven offering a stark, yet stunning, landscape. This vast, flat desert is a playground for camping, stargazing, and even land sailing.

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