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Area Status: Closed
Situated along the Hells Canyon Scenic Byway and Wild and Scenic Imnaha River, Blackhorse Campground offers campsites for both tents and trailers/RVs. Popular activities include; fishing in the river, picnicking, exploring along the byway, visiting interpretive and historic sites in the Hells Canyon National Recreation Area, and hunting during the fall big game seasons.
At a Glance
| Current Conditions: |
Current Conditions |
| Reservations: |
This site is not reservable. |
| Area Amenities: |
Accessible,Tent camping,Camping trailer,Fee charged for some activities,Picnic tables,Toilets |
| Fees |
Single unit campsites = $8.00/night. A self-service fee station is available at the campground. |
| Open Season: |
June - September |
| Usage: |
Light-Medium |
| Restrictions: |
General rules of use and restrictions apply for this developed recreation site. Wilderness Regulations apply within Hells Canyon Wildernes.
- Motorized vehicles, bicycles, carts, hang glider and other mechanical equipment is prohibited in the Wilderness area.
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| Closest Towns: |
Joseph, Oregon (38 miles) ; Halfway, Oregon (34 miles) |
| Water: |
No |
| Restroom: |
Vault Toilets |
| Operated By: |
Forest Service |
| Information Center: |
Wallowa Mountains Office |
General Information
Directions:
From Enterprise, Oregon travel south on Oregon State 82 towards Joseph for about 6.5 miles; In Joseph turn left on Oregon State 350 and go about 8 miles to the Wallowa Loop Road; Turn right on the Wallowa Loop Road (also known as the Hells Canyon Scenic Byway) and travel on this road which eventually becomes Forest Road 39 for 30 miles; The campground is on the left near the Imnaha River.
From Halfway, Oregon head east out of town for 1 mile on Record Road to Highway 86; Once on Highway 86 go 9 miles to Wallowa Loop Road (also known as Forest Road 39 and Hells Canyon Scenic Byway) towards Enterprise and Joseph; Turn left on the Wallowa Loop Road/Forest Road 39 and travel about 23.5 miles to campground; Campground entrance is signed on right near the Imnaha River.
Advisory: The Hells Canyon Scenic Byway is usually closed by snow from late October through late May or early June and is not passable with motor vehicles.
Accessibility:
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SHOW
