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Indian Crossing Campground – Wallowa-Whitman National Forest, Oregon

Jul 22, 2026

Indian Crossing Campground is located in Eastern Oregon and provides access to the Wallowa-Whitman National Forest, Hells Canyon National Recreation Area, Eagle Cap Wilderness and the Wild & Scenic Imnaha River. This camp is used by multiple types of recreational users and has trails varying from moderate riverside rides to long all day treks into the wilderness.

Camp Overview

Campsites: 4 sites plus dispersed camping in the middle of the loop in grassy area.
Fees: $15/night
Permits: Self-issued wilderness permit.
Popularity: Average
Elevation: 4,530 feet
Season: June – September
Cell Service: None

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Getting There

Directions: From Enterprise, Oregon travel south on Oregon State 82 to Joseph for about 6.5 miles; In Joseph turn left on Oregon State 350 for about 8 miles; Turn right on the Wallowa Loop Road (also known as the Hells Canyon Scenic Byway or Wallowa Mountain Loop Road); Travel on this road which eventually becomes Forest Road 39 for 30 miles; Before Imnaha River bridge turn right on Forest Road 3960 and go 9 miles along Imnaha River to the end of the road to the campground; Campground entrance is across the Imnaha River bridge.

From Halfway, Oregon head east out of town on Record Road to Highway 86 for 1 mile; Travel east on Highway 86 for 9 miles to Wallowa Loop Road (also known as Forest Road 39 and Hells Canyon Scenic Byway) towards Enterprise and Joseph; Travel about 23 miles on Forest Road 39 to Forest Road 3960; . Turn left off Forest Road 39 to Forest Road 3960 and go 9 miles to the end of the road to the campground; Campground entrance is across the Imnaha River bridge.

Google Directions: Map Link
GPS Coordinates: 45.16630, -117.00856
Road Conditions: Paved until last 1/4 mile then some potholes.
Gas Station: Chevron – 300 N Main St, Joseph, OR 97846

Amenities & Camp Details

Stock Containment: Hitching posts, bring your own.
Stock Water: Yes – Imnaha River
Potable Water: Yes at trailhead.
Manure Bin: No.
Trash/Dumpster: No – pack it out.
Bathroom: Yes – vault.
Day Use Parking: Yes, requires NW Forest Pass or $5/day. Need multiple passes or annual pass if parking and headed into the backcountry for an extended amount of time.

Reserving Your Spot

Reservations: First come, first served.
Check In/Check Out: None specified.

Site Specifics:

Site 1: Pull through, picnic table, two feeders.
Site 2: Pull through, two hitching posts, loading ramp, feeder.
Site 3: Short driveway, picnic table
Site 4: Pull through, picnic table.

The meadow in the middle of the camp loop has several hitching posts and room for trailers. I would bring your own form of stock containment for this camp.