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Wallowa Mountains/ Eagle Cap Area

The Wallowa Mountains/Eagle Cap Area is located in the center of the Wallowa Mountains west of Enterprise, east of LaGrande, Oregon, and north of Halfway, Oregon.  This area includes developed recreation sites and trails for the Eagle Cap Wilderness, the Pine area of the Whitman Ranger District and the east side of the La Grande Ranger District.

Popular recreation areas include the Eagle Cap Wilderness, Lostine River Canyon, Hurricane Creek, Reds Horse Ranch, the Lakes Basin, Wallowa Lake Tram, Moss Springs, Catherine Creek, West and East Eagle, Fish Lake, Cornucopia, Clear Creek and 4 wild and scenic rivers: Lostine, Minam, Imnaha, Eagle Creek. 

Local communities that have a variety of services (i.e. fuel, lodging, stores and/or restaurants) are Enterprise, Joseph, Lostine, Wallowa, LaGrande, Island City, Elgin, Cove, Halfway, Richland, Baker City.  These communities are within one hour of this area. 

Recreation Sites

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Horse Lake Trailhead

Hiking Horse Riding and Camping
The Horse Lake Trailhead is a large rustic trailhead located about 3 miles from Fish Lake Campground. The facility is set in an open pine area adjacent to the Forest Road 66. The large parking area…

Huckleberry Trailhead

Hiking Horse Riding and Camping
This trailhead provides access to Huckleberry Mountain Trail (#1667 to #1665 to #1689) within Eagle Cap Wilderness. This is a wonderful place to go for those seeking solitude. The trail is forested…

Hurricane Creek Campground

Picnicking Hunting, Fishing and Shooting
Located along the Hurricane Creek riparian area, this Hurricane Creek Campground offers 3 tent/small trailer sites and 8 tent-only sites. Three of the campsites are now accessible for people with…

Hurricane Creek Trailhead

Hiking Horse Riding and Camping
The Hurricane Creek trail is a major access point for hikers and horses into the Eagle Cap Wilderness. The site has some stock facilities and day-use as well as extended stay parking areas. This…

Indian Crossing Campground

Picnicking Hiking Hunting, Fishing and Shooting Horse Riding and Camping
Located at the 'end of the road', this small campground allows visitors to explore the Hells Canyon National Recreation Area, Eagle Cap Wilderness and the Wild and Scenic Imnaha River from one…

Indian Crossing Trailhead

Hiking Horse Riding and Camping Hunting, Fishing and Shooting
The Indian Crossing Trailhead is located at the 'end of the road' along the Wild and Scenic Imnaha River. This small trailhead allows visitors to explore the Hells Canyon National Recreation Area,…

Irondyke Forest Camp

Horse Riding and Camping Picnicking
The Irondyke Forest Camp is a small rustic facility along the Wild and Scenic Lostine River. Situated near the river in the cool pine and fir trees, the site is popular for summer and fall campers…

Lake Fork West Trailhead

Hiking Horse Riding and Camping
The Lake Fork West Trailhead is a rustic trailhead located about 0.5 miles from Fish Lake Campground. The facility is set in an open pine area. The Lake Fork Trail (#1876) goes down along Lake Fork…

Little Kettle Creek Trailhead

Hiking Horse Riding and Camping
The Little Kettle Creek Trailhead is located along East Eagle Creek on the southern end of the Wallowa Mountains. This trailhead is popular in the summer for day and extended trips into the southern…

Lostine River Interpretive Site

Outdoor Science and Learning
The Lostine River Interpretive site is small streamside display about trout and salmon in the Wild and Scenic Lostine River. Located above Williamson Campground visitors can enjoy the drive up the…

Last updated April 8th, 2025