The best campgrounds near Elgin, Oregon with climbing

Looking for a camping adventure near Elgin, Oregon? Hipcamp has over 260 options for you to choose from, ranging in price from as low as $15 per night. Whether you prefer pitching a tent, RV camping, or glamping in a cozy cabin, there's something for everyone. Check out top-rated campsites like Milk A Sheep Camp (202 reviews), McGovern Residence (86 reviews), and Relaxing, Peaceful Lavender Farm (87 reviews). Enjoy popular amenities like showers, pet-friendly sites, and toilets. And if you're into snow sports, wildlife watching, or surfing, you're in luck - these activities are popular in the area. So pack your gear and get ready for an unforgettable camping experience in beautiful Oregon.

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Top-rated campgrounds

Looking for a camping adventure near Elgin, Oregon? Hipcamp has over 260 options for you to choose from, ranging in price from as low as $15 per night. Whether you prefer pitching a tent, RV camping, or glamping in a cozy cabin, there's something for everyone. Check out top-rated campsites like Milk A Sheep Camp (202 reviews), McGovern Residence (86 reviews), and Relaxing, Peaceful Lavender Farm (87 reviews). Enjoy popular amenities like showers, pet-friendly sites, and toilets. And if you're into snow sports, wildlife watching, or surfing, you're in luck - these activities are popular in the area. So pack your gear and get ready for an unforgettable camping experience in beautiful Oregon.

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Top-rated campgrounds

1. Overnight at the Oasis

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46mi from Elgin · 9 sites · RVs, Lodging · Anatone, WA

Boggan's Oasis is in the SE corner of Washington state, right on the breathtaking Grande Ronde River. Visitors can arrive by driving to the bottom of Rattlesnake Grade (WA-129), or the bottom of Buford Grade (OR-3). These two curvacious roads are extremely popular rides for motorcyclists and bicyclists nationally. Visitors may also arrive by water (rafts, driftboats, jetboats, kayaks, etc) coming downriver from Oregon, or upriver from the Snake River (WA/ID). Many other unpaved roads will lead guests to our canyon, which creates great opportunities for off-road vehicle adventures! The Grande Ronde River, which drains much of northeast Oregon's Union and Wallowa counties, is fed by snowpack in the Elkhorn Mountains. The Wallowa River, a major tributary to the Grande Ronde, headwaters in the Wallowa Mountains, mostly within the Eagle Cap Wilderness. Twenty-two miles from Boggan's Oasis, the Grande Ronde River flows into the mighty Snake River. The river is surrounded by steep, rugged canyon walls that rise 3000 to 4000 feet above the river level. Dense conifer forests blend into grassy slopes set off by scattered conifer "stringers." Called "The Land of Winding Waters" by Native Americans, the river is home to rainbow trout, dolly varden, whitefish, squawfish, suckers, bass, and steelhead. Rocky Mountain elk, mule deer, whitetail deer, bighorn sheep, bear, bald eagles, and a variety of smaller animals and birds can be seen daily. And yes, there are rattlesnakes! Fishing, hunting, hiking, all kinds of boating/floating, offroad vehicle riding, and animal/bird watching are beyond expectations in this area. Seasonally, guests can also successfully gather a variety of mushrooms and berries while on one of the many nearby hiking trails. Many of these short walks also lead to incredible, far-reaching views of the Blue Mountains, Wenaha wildlife sanctuary, Hells Canyon, and the tri-state area. In the hotter summer months, the swimming hole below the Boggan's Bridge is a popular way to cool off. Boggan's Oasis also offers fishing trips, float trips, shuttles, and a FULL restaurant! Check our website for more info.

2. Glamp at the Evans Farm

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35mi from Elgin · 3 sites · Tents, Lodging · 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.

3. The High Road Cabins N camping

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21mi from Elgin · 3 sites · Tents, RVs · 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.

4. Fluit Farms

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42mi from Elgin · 10 sites · RVs · 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. Check out our new Farm Stand within sight of your camp! Featuring seasonal goodies. 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!

Public campgrounds near Elgin

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Wallowa Lake Campground

40mi from Elgin · 24 sites · Tents, RVs · in Wallowa Lake State Park

Stories from the community

Howl propane fire pit backdropped by the silhouette of the Wallowas.

Teri

September 2025

20 ft travel trailer

2 nights at Fluit Farms

This site is great for boon-docking on solar power, while enjoying great views of the Wallowa Mountains and surrounding farm/ranch land in relative privacy. Graveled Tucker Down Road runs on the west side of the sites, separated by a small creek, deciduous trees, and wild shrubs & flowers. The road gets a fair amount of ranch and farm traffic, but the trees do knock down most of the dust. While the site is flat, be ready for ann uneven surface with lots of tall grass, clover, & thistles. We were happy to be able to light our Howl propane fire pit for an evening under the stars. The site location is convenient with a short 5 minute drive to Joseph and just a 15 minute drive to Wallowa Lake & the Tramway. I can understand comments about the $75 per night being steep since there are no hookups but for us it was worth it.

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Raymond

September 2025

16 ft travel trailer

Group trip

Weekend Trip to The High Road Cabins N camping

View of the forest was very pretty. The sound of elk in the evening and morning was very peaceful. Lower site was closer to the cabins than what I was hoping for but still felt somewhat private. Never used the pit toilet but looked at it and it was one of the nicest ive ever seen. Cell phone coverage was disappointing but only because I was hoping there was none (wife enjoyed the service), Tmobile 5G 3-4 bars.

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Taylor

September 2025

Tent

Weekend Trip to The High Road Cabins N camping

We loved this campsite! We backed our truck with the pop up tent toward the trees and woke up to beautiful pine trees and complete silence. We’ll definitely be back if we find ourselves driving through again.

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Bruce

September 2025

20 ft Class C

With pets

1 night at The High Road Cabins N camping

This is the secluded and private spot that I look for in Hipcamp. Three or so miles down dirt road and no view of others. Be cautious on directions. Apple Maps took me to a 5 mile dead end. Mark will set you on course. Enjoy the privacy.

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Shelly

September 2025

2 nights at Glamp at the Evans Farm

What a wonderful place Grady Sr. and Kathleen have created on their beautiful farm. The Glamping tent was perfect for exploring the Joseph area. The nights were quiet and the bed was the most comfortable we've ever slept in. The outdoor shower was the perfect way to relax after a day on the trails. Very private and sitting on the front deck watching the sunsets over the mountains will be memorable. We will surely be back when in Joseph. Thanx Grady Sr and Kathleen. So great meeting you both. Shelly and Shelley

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Cecilia

September 2025

16 ft car

1 night at The High Road Cabins N camping

I’ve loved to camp in High Roads Cabin. The camping spot was very comfortable, clean bathroom and I loved the fact that it was literally surrounded by the forest.

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Lindsay

August 2025

19 ft campervan

1 night at The High Road Cabins N camping

Really nice spot for van camping for the night while passing through. Very clear directions and responsive hosts. Only wish I could have stayed longer. Thank you!!

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Steve

August 2025

With pets

3 nights at Glamp at the Evans Farm

The tent was very clean and full of amenities / nice surprises. The view is beautiful

Mary

August 2025

20 ft Class B

With pets

1 night at The High Road Cabins N camping

Private and quiet this is a wonderful place to enjoy the pine forest and the night sky. Off leash pups had a great time checking things out. The directions were accurate. The turn into the property is marked with a wood frame as stated. The road into the property is posted with no trespassing signs until you reach the gate. A nice variety of leveling supports are available if you need them and the pit toilet is “one to write home about”: clean, comfortable, and inside a well constructed building. Solar lights are strategically placed to help you find your way at night. Thanks for a lovely stay!

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Chris

August 2025

15 ft pop-up camper

With pets

1 night at The High Road Cabins N camping

Great wooded site and lighted path to toilet! Great directions and host information!

Polly

August 2025

16 ft car

1 night at The High Road Cabins N camping

Beautiful property! Not to far off the interstate but feels like a world away. I loved the chipmunks.

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Emily

August 2025

Tent

With kids

1 night at The High Road Cabins N camping

Beautiful and remote, loved the eclectic materials used for the cabins! Our host sent excellent instructions, and was very responsive. There were several thoughtful accommodations around the site. Would absolutely visit again!

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Janet

July 2025

Weekend Trip to Overnight at the Oasis

Nice and clean. AC works well and it was quite hot. The emu was fun. If youbarrive after dark, habe a flashlight to navigate the stairs. The solar lights are fun but they arent on tue stairs. Restaurant may close early.

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Angelo

July 2025

12 ft travel trailer

1 night at The High Road Cabins N camping

Great spot. Just what we wanted. Thank you Mark for a nice visit.

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Courtney

July 2025

Tent

With pets

Weekend Trip to The High Road Cabins N camping

The host and quiet were awesome. It was a nice stay

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Joe

June 2025

Weekend Trip to Overnight at the Oasis

The hosts (tia) were terrific. Enjoyed the hospitality that went above and beyond. Tia assisted with extra gas as my fuel line had leaked. Above and beyond right in the middle of big horn country

Margarett

June 2025

10 ft travel trailer

1 night at The High Road Cabins N camping

Great spot! Mark was a very responsive host. Great views and I woke up to a small group of cow elk and calves. I was a female traveling alone and felt very safe even with no other campers reviews regarding leveling were accurate. There is a circle driveway so you can back into the site from either direction leaving you options on how to set up your site. Some shade and fire pit were provided.

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Lacy

June 2025

20 ft travel trailer

With pets

Weekend Trip to The High Road Cabins N camping

Great location. Close to rivers and hiking spots. Relatively quiet although it was Memorial Day weekend so I'm not sure if that contributed to sirens every niight, other than that, it was peaceful.

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Michael

June 2025

1 night at Overnight at the Oasis

I rode my bicycle into the canyon and stayed in a cabin. The cabin was rustic and comfortable. The hosts are amazingly accommodating! I highly recommend the Oasis!

Jaime

May 2025

With pets

Weekend Trip to Glamp at the Evans Farm

We loved our stay in the glamping tent at Evan’s Farm! Kathy and Grady were so welcoming and helped us find our way even in the dark! We woke up to the most stunning view of the farm with the mountains behind and ponies there to greet us! We got an insider tip from Grady on an amazing hike, went paddle boarding at Wallowa Lake and ended the night with a fire and s’mores at the farm! Kathy and Grady have thought of and provided everything to make it the easiest glamping trip and the bed lived up to the hype! We were so cozy and comfortable. Thank you for hosting us and we can’t wait to come back and stay longer!