Lick 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

Located along the Hells Canyon Scenic Byway in the national recreation area, Lick Creek Campground offers an enjoyable camping experience along Lick Creek. The area features forested terrain with a mix of trees and open spaces. Popular activities include camping, relaxing, day hikes, and exploring along the byway.

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/lick-creek-campground to be notified when sites open up.

Lick Creek Campground offers a quiet camping experience along Lick Creek in the Hells Canyon Scenic Byway area with forested terrain ideal for day hikes and fishing. Google reviewers praise the spacious sites, good road access, and peaceful atmosphere.

Wildlife alert: Wapiti (elk), American Beaver, Snowshoe Hare, Ruffed Grouse, and Wandering Garter Snake present in the area

Insider tips for Lick Creek Campground: Book early as this is a popular federal campground All 9 sites include picnic tables and fire rings Quiet hours are 10pm to 6am

Skip Lick Creek Campground if: You need hookups - no hookups available. You plan to camp outside May-October seasonal window. You prefer less remote locations - reviewers note it is remote.

Best time to visit Lick Creek Campground: June-September — RIDB identifies this as the primary use season with optimal conditions.

Nearby campgrounds: Indian Crossing Campground (Joseph, OR), Hidden Campground (Or) (Joseph, OR), Twin Lakes Campground (Wallowa-Whitman Nf) (Joseph, OR), Coverdale Campground (Joseph, OR).

Cell Phone Coverage at Lick Creek Campground

Cell signal at Lick 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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Located along the Hells Canyon Scenic Byway in the national recreation area, Lick Creek Campground offers an enjoyable camping experience along Lick Creek. The area features forested terrain with a mix of trees and open spaces. Popular activities include camping, relaxing, day hikes, and exploring along the byway.

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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 need hookups - no hookups available✕ You plan to camp outside May-October seasonal window✕ You prefer less remote locations - reviewers note it is remote

Insider tips & when to go

CamperWatch intel · hand-curated entry

Book early as this is a popular federal campground

All 9 sites include picnic tables and fire rings

Quiet hours are 10pm to 6am

Best: June-September

RIDB identifies this as the primary use season with optimal conditions

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: Wapiti (elk), American Beaver, Snowshoe Hare, Ruffed Grouse, and Wandering Garter Snake present in the area

Location

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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); Travel on this road which eventually becomes Forest Road 39 for 16 miles. The campground is on the left after the Lick Creek crossing. Advisory: The scenic byway is usually closed by snow from late October through late May or early June and is not passable with motor veh

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

RIDB facts + intel · FAQPage schema, speakable
How much does Lick Creek Campground cost per night?+
Lick Creek Campground costs $10 per night. Hookup options: No hookups.
What season is Lick Creek Campground open?+
Lick Creek Campground is open May through October. Check-in is 2:00 PM, check-out is 12:00 PM.
Does Lick Creek Campground have hookups?+
No hookups.
What is the maximum RV length at Lick Creek Campground?+
Lick Creek Campground is primarily a tent camping facility.
How do I make reservations at Lick Creek Campground?+
Lick 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 Lick Creek Campground?+
According to FCC coverage maps, cell signal at Lick Creek Campground is rated none. FCC maps show theoretical coverage — actual signal in remote or heavily forested areas may be weaker.
What season is Lick Creek Campground open, and what are check-in times?+
Lick Creek Campground is open May through October. Check-in is 2:00 PM, check-out is 12:00 PM.
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Recreation.gov — Live site availability — updated every 30 min
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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
maps.googleapis.com
RIDB — ADA sites, hookups, toilets, pets, campfire rules, bear boxes, max RV, activities, contact, directions
ridb.recreation.gov · /facilities /campsites /activities /links /recareas

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$10 /night★ 4 (0)
SeasonMay through October
Check-in2:00 PM
Check-out12:00 PM
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