Ollokot 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

Ollokot Campground is located in an old growth ponderosa pine forest along the Wild and Scenic Imnaha River. As a favorite weekend ’get away’ or summer destination site, the area remains popular for those wanting to fish, pick berries, take day hikes, or explore along the Hells Canyon Scenic Byway. The campground has 13 campsites, some of which are accessible.

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

Amenities: Fire Rings, Picnic Tables, Vault Toilets, Drinking Water

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

Ollokot Campground sits in an old growth ponderosa pine forest along the Wild and Scenic Imnaha River, offering a remote, quiet location popular for fishing, berry picking, day hikes, and Hells Canyon exploration. Campers consistently praise its clean fire pits, beautiful river setting, and peaceful atmosphere.

Wildlife alert: Northern Idaho Ground Squirrel, American Red Squirrel, Snowshoe Hare, Rocky Mountain Mule Deer, Red-tailed Hawk, Hermit Thrush, American Dipper, Western Tanager, and Thamnophis elegans vagrans (garter snake)

Insider tips for Ollokot Campground: Book early as a federal campground with only 13 sites Bring your own water despite well availability, as one reviewer noted water issues Some sites are accessible according to RIDB official description

Skip Ollokot Campground if: You require RV hookups — none are available. You need frequent pit toilet maintenance — reviewer noted they wish toilets were emptied more often. You visit outside May-October seasonal window.

Best time to visit Ollokot Campground: June-September — Primary use season according to RIDB; campground operates May through October overall.

Nearby campgrounds: Blackhorse Campground (Joseph, OR), Coverdale Campground (Joseph, OR), Hidden Campground (Or) (Joseph, OR), Indian Crossing Campground (Joseph, OR).

Cell Phone Coverage at Ollokot Campground

Cell signal at Ollokot 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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Joseph, OR, OR★ 4 (0 reviews)From $15/nightFederal campground · book on Recreation.gov
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Ollokot Campground is located in an old growth ponderosa pine forest along the Wild and Scenic Imnaha River. As a favorite weekend ’get away’ or summer destination site, the area remains popular for those wanting to fish, pick berries, take day hikes, or explore along the Hells Canyon Scenic Byway. The campground has 13 campsites, some of which are accessible.

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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 RingsDrinking Water
Recreation
Picnic Tables
Family & Pets
Vault Toilets

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 require RV hookups — none are available✕ You need frequent pit toilet maintenance — reviewer noted they wish toilets were emptied more often✕ You visit outside May-October seasonal window

Insider tips & when to go

CamperWatch intel · hand-curated entry

Book early as a federal campground with only 13 sites

Bring your own water despite well availability, as one reviewer noted water issues

Some sites are accessible according to RIDB official description

Best: June-September

Primary use season according to RIDB; campground operates May through October overall

Things to do nearby

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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

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Alert: Northern Idaho Ground Squirrel, American Red Squirrel, Snowshoe Hare, Rocky Mountain Mule Deer, Red-tailed Hawk, Hermit Thrush, American Dipper, Western Tanager, and Thamnophis elegans vagrans (garter snake)

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 and go about 8 miles to the Wallowa Loop Road; Turn right on the Wallowa Loop Road (also known as the Hells Canyon Scenic Byway) and travel on this road which eventually becomes Forest Road 39 for 31 miles; Campground entrance is on the left near the Imnaha River. From Halfway, Oregon head east out of town for 1 mile on Record Road to Highway 86; Once on Highway 86 go 9

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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 Ollokot Campground cost per night?+
Ollokot Campground costs $15 per night. Hookup options: No hookups.
What season is Ollokot Campground open?+
Ollokot Campground is open May through October. Check-in is 2:00 PM, check-out is 12:00 PM.
Does Ollokot Campground have hookups?+
No hookups.
What is the maximum RV length at Ollokot Campground?+
Ollokot Campground is primarily a tent camping facility.
How do I make reservations at Ollokot Campground?+
Ollokot 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 Ollokot Campground?+
According to FCC coverage maps, cell signal at Ollokot Campground is rated none. FCC maps show theoretical coverage — actual signal in remote or heavily forested areas may be weaker.
What season is Ollokot Campground open, and what are check-in times?+
Ollokot 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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FCC Broadband Map — Verizon, AT&T, T-Mobile 4G/5G coverage data
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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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$15 /night★ 4 (0)
SeasonMay through October
Check-in2:00 PM
Check-out12:00 PM
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