Union Creek Campground

Wallowa Whitman National Forest — lakeside, fishing, hiking

Location: North Powder, OR, OR

Price: From $36 per night

Price range: $36–$120 per night

Rating: 4.6 out of 5 (225 reviews)

Season: May through October

One of Eastern Oregon’s largest Forest Service campgrounds, Union Creek Campground is located 18 miles South of Baker City. Sitting along Phillips Reservoir’s North shore, Union Creek Campground boasts many amenities including over 60 tent/trailer sites, some with full hookups. There is access to boating, mountain biking, hiking and more.

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

Amenities: Fire Rings, Picnic Tables, Flush Toilets, Drinking Water, Electric Hookups, Fishing, Boat Launch

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

One of Eastern Oregon's largest Forest Service campgrounds with over 60 spacious, well-maintained sites along Phillips Reservoir's north shore. Campers praise the quiet atmosphere, courteous community, personable camp host, and excellent river access for nature enjoyment.

Wildlife alert: Great Basin Rattlesnake and Western Rattlesnake present in area; White-tailed Deer and Pronghorn also documented within 8km

Insider tips for Union Creek Campground: Book early — this is a popular federal campground with limited availability Request a site near the river for enhanced camping experience Full hookups available on select sites only; confirm hookup availability when booking if needed

Skip Union Creek Campground if: You require shower facilities — not available at this campground. You need hookups — most sites do not have them; only select sites offer full hookups. You prefer year-round camping — seasonal operations May through October only.

Best time to visit Union Creek Campground: May-October — Campground operates seasonally May through October only.

Nearby campgrounds: South Fork Campground (Wallowa-Whitman) (Baker City, OR), Wetmore Campground (Baker City, OR), Yellow Pine Campground (Wallowa-Whitman) (Baker City, OR), Oregon Campground (Wallowa-Whitman) (Baker CIty, OR).

Cell Phone Coverage at Union Creek Campground

Cell signal at Union Creek Campground (North Powder, 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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North Powder, OR, OR★ 4.6 (225 reviews)From $36/nightFederal campground · book on Recreation.gov
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One of Eastern Oregon’s largest Forest Service campgrounds, Union Creek Campground is located 18 miles South of Baker City. Sitting along Phillips Reservoir’s North shore, Union Creek Campground boasts many amenities including over 60 tent/trailer sites, some with full hookups. There is access to boating, mountain biking, hiking and more.

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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
Max RV60 ft
Hookups55 electric sites
ADA sites4 sites
CampfiresAllowed
Max/site6 people

Amenities

RIDB /facilities /campsites · owner-verified
Essentials
Fire RingsDrinking WaterBoat Launch
Recreation
Picnic TablesElectric Hookups
Family & Pets
Flush ToiletsFishing

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 shower facilities — not available at this campground✕ You need hookups — most sites do not have them; only select sites offer full hookups✕ You prefer year-round camping — seasonal operations May through October only

Insider tips & when to go

CamperWatch intel · hand-curated entry

Book early

this is a popular federal campground with limited availability

Request a site near the river for enhanced camping experience

Full hookups available on select sites only; confirm hookup availability when booking if needed

Best: May-October

Campground operates seasonally May through October only

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 Basin Rattlesnake and Western Rattlesnake present in area; White-tailed Deer and Pronghorn also documented within 8km

Location

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Getting there →

From Baker City, Oregon, travel south on Highway 7 for about 18 miles. The campground and day-use entrance is on the left side of the road. Follow the signs in the Union Creek Recreation Area down to the various campground loops and areas.

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 Union Creek Campground cost per night?+
Union Creek Campground costs $36–$120 per night. Hookup options: Full hookups available on select sites
What season is Union Creek Campground open?+
Union Creek Campground is open May through October. Check-in is 2:00 PM, check-out is 12:00 PM.
Does Union Creek Campground have hookups?+
Full hookups available on select sites
What is the maximum RV length at Union Creek Campground?+
Union Creek Campground can accommodate RVs up to 60 feet.
How do I make reservations at Union Creek Campground?+
Union 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 Union Creek Campground?+
According to FCC coverage maps, cell signal at Union Creek Campground is rated none. FCC maps show theoretical coverage — actual signal in remote or heavily forested areas may be weaker.
What season is Union Creek Campground open, and what are check-in times?+
Union Creek Campground is open May through October. Check-in is 2:00 PM, check-out is 12:00 PM.

Official resources

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●Data sources on this page
Recreation.gov — Live site availability — updated every 30 min
recreation.gov · RIDB API
National Weather Service — Live hourly forecast + active alerts
api.weather.gov · open-meteo.com
Google Air Quality API — Live AQI at exact campground coordinates
airquality.googleapis.com
iNaturalist — Research-grade wildlife within 8km
api.inaturalist.org
Google Pollen API — Today’s tree, grass & weed pollen forecast
pollen.googleapis.com
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
api.sunrise-sunset.org
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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$36 /night★ 4.6 (225)
SeasonMay through October
Check-in2:00 PM
Check-out12:00 PM
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