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.
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.
Verified facts
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CamperWatch intel · curated from camper reportsKnown issues, each with the workaround. Read before you book.
Insider tips & when to go
CamperWatch intel · hand-curated entryBook 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
Campground operates seasonally May through October only
Things to do nearby
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Wildlife nearby
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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.
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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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