Hurricane Creek Campground

Wallowa Whitman National Forest — fishing, hiking

Location: Joseph, OR, OR

Price: From $10 per night

Rating: 4 out of 5 (0 reviews)

Season: May through October

South of Joseph, Oregon, located along beautiful Hurricane Creek, Hurricane Creek campground provides 12 campsites, three of which are accessible for people with disabilities. The campsites include 4 tent or small trailer sites and 8 tent only sites. The access road to this campground is rough and is not recommended for low clearance RVs or trailers.

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

Amenities: Fire Rings, Picnic Tables, Fishing

Availability alerts: Set a free cancellation alert at camperwatch.org/campground/hurricane-creek-campground to be notified when sites open up.

Hurricane Creek Campground offers a scenic setting along beautiful Hurricane Creek with 12 campsites in a quiet, natural setting. Google reviews praise the pretty setting and creek views, though experience depends heavily on other campers and season.

Wildlife alert: Great Gray Owl, Red-tailed Hawk, Rocky Mountain Red Fox, Rocky Mountain Mule Deer, and Black-billed Magpie documented in the area.

Insider tips for Hurricane Creek Campground: Book early — this is a federal campground with high demand Visit in off-season (early June or October) for fewer campers Some sites have creek views; request during booking if available

Skip Hurricane Creek Campground if: You have an RV or trailer — access road is rough and not recommended for low clearance vehicles. You need hookups — no hookups available at any sites. You want a guaranteed spot on weekends during peak season without advance reservation. You're sensitive to noise — creek can be loud at campsites.

Best time to visit Hurricane Creek Campground: June-September — Official RIDB season of use; matches peak camping conditions. October — Off-season option with fewer crowds, though campground may close by end of month.

Nearby campgrounds: Walla Walla Forest Camp (Joseph, OR), Irondyke Forest Camp (Joseph, OR), Williamson Campground (Joseph, OR), Canyon Forest Camp (joseph, OR).

Cell Phone Coverage at Hurricane Creek Campground

Cell signal at Hurricane Creek 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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South of Joseph, Oregon, located along beautiful Hurricane Creek, Hurricane Creek campground provides 12 campsites, three of which are accessible for people with disabilities. The campsites include 4 tent or small trailer sites and 8 tent only sites. The access road to this campground is rough and is not recommended for low clearance RVs or trailers.

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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
Family & Pets
Fishing

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 have an RV or trailer — access road is rough and not recommended for low clearance vehicles✕ You need hookups — no hookups available at any sites✕ You want a guaranteed spot on weekends during peak season without advance reservation✕ You're sensitive to noise — creek can be loud at campsites

Insider tips & when to go

CamperWatch intel · hand-curated entry

Book early

this is a federal campground with high demand

Visit in off-season (early June or October) for fewer campers

Some sites have creek views; request during booking if available

Best: June-September

Official RIDB season of use; matches peak camping conditions

Best: October

Off-season option with fewer crowds, though campground may close by end of month

Things to do nearby

RIDB /activities /recareas + intel

Conditions today

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Cell signal

FCC BDC · quarterly dataset
T-Mobile
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: Great Gray Owl, Red-tailed Hawk, Rocky Mountain Red Fox, Rocky Mountain Mule Deer, and Black-billed Magpie documented in the area.

Location

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Getting there →

From Enterprise, Oregon on Main Street (Highway 82) turn right on Hurricane Creek Road/ South River Street and go about 7.5 miles to campground; Entrance is signed on the left side of road just after the Forest boundary. From Joseph, Oregon turn west on Wallowa Avenue towards the airport. Turn left on Hurricane Creek Road at the Hurricane Creek Grange. Entrance is signed on the left side of road just after the Forest boundary.

Campground entrance

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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 Hurricane Creek Campground cost per night?+
Hurricane Creek Campground costs $10 per night. Hookup options: No hookups.
What season is Hurricane Creek Campground open?+
Hurricane Creek Campground is open May through October. Check-in is 2:00 PM, check-out is 12:00 PM.
Does Hurricane Creek Campground have hookups?+
No hookups.
What is the maximum RV length at Hurricane Creek Campground?+
Hurricane Creek Campground is primarily a tent camping facility.
How do I make reservations at Hurricane Creek Campground?+
Hurricane Creek 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 Hurricane Creek Campground?+
According to FCC coverage maps, cell signal at Hurricane Creek Campground is rated none. FCC maps show theoretical coverage — actual signal in remote or heavily forested areas may be weaker.
What season is Hurricane Creek Campground open, and what are check-in times?+
Hurricane Creek Campground is open May through October. Check-in is 2:00 PM, check-out is 12:00 PM.
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National Weather Service — Live hourly forecast + active alerts
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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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Google Pollen API — Today’s tree, grass & weed pollen forecast
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FCC Broadband Map — Verizon, AT&T, T-Mobile 4G/5G coverage data
broadbandmap.fcc.gov · quarterly
Sunrise-Sunset.org — Sunrise, sunset & golden hour for today
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Google Street View — Campground entrance & access road imagery
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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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