Grande Ronde Sno-Park
The Grande Ronde Sno-Park is located adjacent to the Elkhorn Scenic Byway (Forest Road 73) near Anthony Lake. The sno-park extends from the Anthony Lake Ski Area to the Grande Ronde Sno-Park trailhead about 1 mile down the road. Popular with snowmobilers, snowshoers and Nordic skieers, the facility has vault toilet and a pull-through parking area. As a multi-use site, the snowmobile trails are maintained in partnership with the local clubs, and the Sno-Park is plowed under an agreement with the Oregon Department of Transporation. A Sno-Park permit is required to use this facility in the winter season.
At a Glance
Current Conditions: | Current Conditions |
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Operational Hours: | This designated day-use site is open for use from 6 am to 10 pm, and overnight camping is not allowed as per 36 CFR 261.16 (e). |
Reservations: | This site is not reservable. |
Area Amenities: | Fee charged for some activities, Toilets, Parking |
Fees: | An Oregon State Sno-Park permit is required to use this facility in the winter season. |
Open Season: | November |
Usage: | Light-Medium |
Restrictions: | General rules of use and restrictions apply for this developed recreation site. |
Closest Towns: | Baker City, Oregon (35 miles), La Grande, Oregon (46 miles) |
Water: | No |
Restroom: | Vault Toilet |
Operated By: | Forest Service |
Information Center: | Whitman Ranger District |
General Information
Directions:From Baker City, OR, head north on Highway 30 toward Haines approximately 10 miles; In Haines turn left and follow the Anthony Lake Highway signs (turns into Forest Road 73) for 25 miles to the Anthony Lake Recreation Area; Go past the Anthony Lake Ski Area about 1 mile to the Sno-park which is on the right side of the road.
Activities
XC Skiing/Snowshoeing
Snowmobiling
Amenities
Fee charged for some activities: | State Sno-Park permit required |
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Parking: | Pull through parking for trailers, RVs |
Toilets: | Vault toilet |