Moss Springs Campground

Wallowa Whitman National Forest — riverside, hiking

Location: La Grande, OR, OR

Price: From $10 per night

Rating: 4 out of 5 (0 reviews)

Season: May through October

Located above Cove, Oregon, Moss Springs Campground lies on a ridgeline within view of the Eagle Cap Wilderness and is next to Moss Springs Trailhead. This popular campground was constructed to accommodate visitors with pack stock, riding stock and campers bound for the wilderness. The site has 8 campsites, 3 of which have accessible campsites.

Cell coverage (FCC estimate): weak signal. Actual signal may vary in remote areas. Best carrier: AT&T.

Amenities: Fire Rings, Picnic Tables

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

Moss Springs Campground sits on a ridgeline with views of Eagle Cap Wilderness and direct access to the Moss Springs Trailhead, making it ideal for hikers and backpackers. The campground was specifically designed to accommodate pack stock and riding stock visitors heading into the wilderness.

Wildlife alert: Northern Pacific Rattlesnake present in area

Insider tips for Moss Springs Campground: Book early — this is a popular federal campground with only 8 sites 3 of the 8 campsites are accessible Trailhead access allows steep drops into Minam River drainage or ridge-following routes

Skip Moss Springs Campground if: You need hookups — no hookups available at sites. You're planning to visit November through April — seasonal closure. You prefer larger campgrounds — only 8 total sites.

Best time to visit Moss Springs Campground: May-October — Campground operates seasonally May through October only.

Nearby campgrounds: North Fork Catherine Creek Group Campground (La Grande, OR), Buck Creek Campground (La Grande, OR), West Eagle Meadow Camping (La Grande, OR), Two Color Guard Station (La Grande, OR).