Dougherty Campground

Wallowa Whitman National Forest — hiking

Location: Joseph, OR, OR

Price: From $10 per night

Rating: 4 out of 5 (0 reviews)

Season: May through October

Dougherty Campground is situated in an open pine forest and grassland near the northern boundary of the Hells Canyon National Recreation Area. The site offers 4 tent/trailer sites, and 8 tent-only sites. Primary activities include camping, picnicking, berry picking and hunting during the fall season.

Cell coverage (FCC estimate): none signal. Actual signal may vary in remote areas.

Amenities: Fire Rings, Picnic Tables

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Dougherty Campground is situated in an open pine forest and grassland near the northern boundary of Hells Canyon National Recreation Area, offering affordable camping at $10/night with picnic tables and fire rings. Google reviews rate it 5/5 from campers.

Wildlife alert: American Black Bear and American Beaver present in area; also Dark-eyed Junco and Mountain Bluebird.

Insider tips for Dougherty Campground: Book early as this is a federal campground with only 12 sites. Choose from 4 tent/trailer sites or 8 tent-only sites depending on your setup. Observe quiet hours from 10:00 p.m. until 6:00 a.m.

Skip Dougherty Campground if: You need hookups — no hookups available at most sites.. You're visiting outside May through October — seasonal operations only.. You prefer developed facilities — this is a basic campground with fire rings and picnic tables only..

Best time to visit Dougherty Campground: June to early October — Official use season is generally June through early October per RIDB data..

Nearby campgrounds: Coyote Campground (Joseph, OR), Wenatchee Guard Station (POMEROY, WA), Pittsburg Campground (Riggins, OR), Saddle Creek Campground (Joseph, OR).

Cell Phone Coverage at Dougherty Campground

Cell signal at Dougherty Campground (Joseph, OR): none overall signal based on FCC broadband data.

Coverage data source: FCC Broadband Data Collection (BDC). Actual signal may vary due to terrain, tree cover, and distance from towers. Camper reports are more reliable than coverage maps in remote areas.

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Dougherty Campground is situated in an open pine forest and grassland near the northern boundary of the Hells Canyon National Recreation Area. The site offers 4 tent/trailer sites, and 8 tent-only sites. Primary activities include camping, picnicking, berry picking and hunting during the fall season.

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Verified facts

RIDB / Recreation.gov official database
Check-in2:00 PM
Check-out12:00 PM
SeasonMay through October
Stay limit14 days
HookupsNo hookups.
Max/site6 people

Amenities

RIDB /facilities /campsites · owner-verified
Essentials
Fire Rings
Recreation
Picnic Tables

Straight talk

CamperWatch intel · curated from camper reports

Known issues, each with the workaround. Read before you book.

Known issuesFederal campground — book early. No hookups at most sites. Seasonal operations.
Skip it if:✕ You need hookups — no hookups available at most sites.✕ You're visiting outside May through October — seasonal operations only.✕ You prefer developed facilities — this is a basic campground with fire rings and picnic tables only.

Insider tips & when to go

CamperWatch intel · hand-curated entry

Book early as this is a federal campground with only 12 sites.

Choose from 4 tent/trailer sites or 8 tent-only sites depending on your setup.

Observe quiet hours from 10:00 p.m. until 6:00 a.m.

Best: June to early October

Official use season is generally June through early October per RIDB data.

Things to do nearby

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Cell signal

FCC BDC · quarterly dataset
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4G · 0%
Verizon
4G · 0%
AT&T
4G · 0%

FCC maps are theoretical — camper reports confirm signal.

Wildlife nearby

iNaturalist · research-grade · 8 km
Alert: American Black Bear and American Beaver present in area; also Dark-eyed Junco and Mountain Bluebird.

Location

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Getting there →

From Enterprise, Oregon travel north on Highway 3 for 14 miles to Forest Road 46; Turn right on Forest Road 46 and go about 13 miles to the Crow Creek Road; Turn left on Crow Creek Road and go about 1 mile; Turn right on the Chesnimus Creek Road (will become Forest Road 4625) go about 6.5 miles to Forest Road 4670; Turn left on Forest Service Road 4670 and go north 9.5 miles towards Billy Meadows; After Billy Meadows Guard Station look for Forest Road 46 and turn right on this road; Go about 1.8

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Pro tips

  • Book on recreation.gov exactly 6 months ahead at 10am ET — Wallowa Whitman National Forest fills fast in peak season.
  • Check current road conditions at Wallowa Whitman National Forest before arrival — seasonal closures common.

Frequently asked questions

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How much does Dougherty Campground cost per night?+
Dougherty Campground costs $10 per night. Hookup options: No hookups.
What season is Dougherty Campground open?+
Dougherty Campground is open May through October. Check-in is 2:00 PM, check-out is 12:00 PM.
Does Dougherty Campground have hookups?+
No hookups.
What is the maximum RV length at Dougherty Campground?+
Dougherty Campground is primarily a tent camping facility.
How do I make reservations at Dougherty Campground?+
Dougherty Campground is a federal campground — book 6 months ahead at Recreation.gov. Set a free CamperWatch cancellation alert to be notified the moment a site opens.
What is the cell service like at Dougherty Campground?+
According to FCC coverage maps, cell signal at Dougherty Campground is rated none. FCC maps show theoretical coverage — actual signal in remote or heavily forested areas may be weaker.
What season is Dougherty Campground open, and what are check-in times?+
Dougherty Campground is open May through October. Check-in is 2:00 PM, check-out is 12:00 PM.
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Google Air Quality API — Live AQI at exact campground coordinates
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iNaturalist — Research-grade wildlife within 8km
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RIDB — ADA sites, hookups, toilets, pets, campfire rules, bear boxes, max RV, activities, contact, directions
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$10 /night★ 4 (0)
SeasonMay through October
Check-in2:00 PM
Check-out12:00 PM
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