Clear Creek Sno-Park
Located next to Clear Creek in a mature ponderosa pine forest, the Clear Creek Sno-Park provides access to approximately 87 miles of groomed snowmobile trails and 19 miles of ungroomed cross-country ski trails (map). These snowmobile routes connect the south end of the Wallowa Mountains with the Hells Canyon National Recreation Area to the east. Six loops of cross-country ski trails are rated from easy to most difficult. A circular parking area surrounds the sno-park area which has 2 vaulted toilets and a three-sided log shelter with a picnic tables.
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 State Sno-Park permit is required to use this facility in the winter season.
The sno-park is a day-use site and overnight camping is not allowed as per 36 CFR 261.16 (e).
General Information
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).
General rules of use and restrictions apply for this developed recreation site. All wilderness areas are closed to snowmobiles and other motorized use. Please respect all posted private land in the area.
An Oregon State Sno-Park permit is required to use this facility from November 1st- April 30th.
Getting There
Elevation
3720 feet
Directions
From Halfway, Oregon travel north the Cornucopia Highway (Main Street) to the Fish Lake Road and take a right; on the Fish Lake Road go 3.3 miles to the Clear Creek Road and turn left; following the turns travel 3.1 miles on the Clear Creek Road to the site. The entrance to the Sno-Park is on the right side of the road.
To get to Halfway from Baker City, Oregon travel north on Interstate 84 for about 1.5 miles; At exit 302 turn east on State Highway 86 and travel 54 miles to Halfway.
Parking
Loop parking for RV and trailers
Facility and Amenity Information
Accessibility
Restrooms
Restroom information is not currently available for this site.
Water
Potable water is not available at this site.
Picnic Tables
Picnic tables are available at this site.
Inside picnic shelter
