State: Oregon
Short Name: North Fork Catherine Creek CG
Open: Seasonal
Number of Sites: 7
Elevation: 3880
Free: Yes
The North Fork Catherine Creek Campground is a unique facility since the campsites are spread out for over 1 mile beginning at the Buck Creek road up to the North Fork Catherine Creek Trailhead. Each campsite is set back in the cool evergreen forest and is a popular area in the summer months for those wanting to escape the heat, enjoy the sounds of the stream, view wildlife, or take a short hike along the creek.
Fees: No fee. (2011)
Usage: Light
Closest Towns: La Grande (OR), Baker City (OR)
Water: None
Restrictions: Motorized vehicles, bicycles, carts, hang gliders and other mechanical equipment is prohibited in the Wilderness area.
Restrooms: None
Directions:
From La Grande, Oregon travel south on Highway 203 for 14 miles towards Union, Oregon; in Union turn left on East Beakman St. and follow the signs to continue on Highway 203 (also known as Medical Springs Highway); From Union travel southeast on Highway 203 for 11 more miles to Catherine Creek Road (which becomes Forest Road 7785); Turn left on Catherine Creek Road for 4.2 miles to the North Fork Catherine Creek Recreation Area sign; The campsites begin on the left side of the road after the sign.
From Baker City, Oregon travel north on Interstate 84 for 5 miles to exit 282 (State Highway 203- Medical Springs Hihgway); Turn right on Highway 203 and go 27 miles to Catherine Creek Road (which becomes Forest Road 7785); Turn right on Catherine Creek Road for 4.2 miles to the North Fork Catherine Creek Recreation Area sign; The campsites begin on the left side of the road after the sign.