Indian Crossing Campground
Wallowa Whitman National Forest — riverside, hiking
Location: Joseph, OR, OR
Price: From $15 per night
Rating: 4 out of 5 (0 reviews)
Season: May through October
Located at the ’end of the road’, this 10-unit campground allows visitors to explore the Hells Canyon National Recreation Area, Eagle Cap Wilderness and the Wild and Scenic Imnaha River from one location. The campsites are near the river with large pine and fir trees overhead. Popular activities include fishing, hiking, and horseback riding.
Cell coverage (FCC estimate): none signal. Actual signal may vary in remote areas.
Amenities: Fire Rings, Picnic Tables
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Beautiful 10-site campground at the end of the road with river access, large pine and fir trees, and excellent hiking trails. Campers praise the pristine Imnaha River with clear water and the quiet, peaceful atmosphere.
Wildlife alert: Bald Eagle, Mule Deer, American Beaver, Snowshoe Hare, Golden-mantled Ground Squirrel, and garter snakes present in the area
Insider tips for Indian Crossing Campground: Spring water available on-site for drinking Indian Crossing Trailhead adjacent to campground for immediate trail access Cold but swimmable water near the 'blue hole' for jumping off rocks
Skip Indian Crossing Campground if: You have a trailer — campground is not trailer friendly. You need hookups — no hookups available. You prefer winter camping — seasonal operations May through October only.
Best time to visit Indian Crossing Campground: June-September — RIDB official use season is generally June through September.
Nearby campgrounds: Hidden Campground (Or) (Joseph, OR), Twin Lakes Campground (Wallowa-Whitman Nf) (Joseph, OR), Lick Creek Campground (Joseph, OR), Coverdale Campground (Joseph, OR).
Cell Phone Coverage at Indian Crossing Campground
Cell signal at Indian Crossing 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.
Located at the ’end of the road’, this 10-unit campground allows visitors to explore the Hells Canyon National Recreation Area, Eagle Cap Wilderness and the Wild and Scenic Imnaha River from one location. The campsites are near the river with large pine and fir trees overhead. Popular activities include fishing, hiking, and horseback riding.
Verified facts
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Insider tips & when to go
CamperWatch intel · hand-curated entrySpring water available on-site for drinking
Indian Crossing Trailhead adjacent to campground for immediate trail access
Cold but swimmable water near the 'blue hole' for jumping off rocks
RIDB official use season is generally June through September
Things to do nearby
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Wildlife nearby
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Getting there →
From Enterprise, Oregon travel south on Oregon State 82 to Joseph for about 6.5 miles; In Joseph turn left on Oregon State 350 for about 8 miles; Turn right on the Wallowa Loop Road (also known as the Hells Canyon Scenic Byway or Wallowa Mountain Loop Road); Travel on this road which eventually becomes Forest Road 39 for 30 miles; Before Imnaha River bridge turn right on Forest Road 3960 and go 9 miles along Imnaha River to the end of the road to the campground; Campground entrance is across the
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- 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.
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