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Union Creek Campground
FSU.S. Forest Service — Baker City · Oregon · Wallowa Whitman National Forest
| Agency | FSU.S. Forest Service |
|---|---|
| Area | Wallowa Whitman National Forest |
| Location | Baker City · Oregon · Wallowa Whitman National Forest · 44.41490, -118.01070 · Map |
| Sites | 59 public sites counted from the federal listing — 55 standard electric; 4 group standard nonelectric |
| Getting a site | Reservable — the federal listing marks this campground as taking reservations. Some sites or seasons may still be first-come; the listing’s own words are below. |
| Hookups | Electric at 55 of 59 sites (up to 30 amp where reported) Water hookups at 55 of 59 sites Sewer hookups at 22 of 59 sites Full hookups (all three at one site) at 22 of 59 sites Counted site by site from affirmative reports in the federal record. A site with no report is not counted either way. |
| Max RV length | Longest reported site fits 60 ft Sites that fit at least — 25 ft: 30 sites · 30 ft: 30 sites · 35 ft: 27 sites · 40 ft: 21 sites |
| Months open | Not in federal data — the federal listing does not publish a season for this campground. Check the official description below or Recreation.gov. |
| Fees | Payment in full will be charged to your credit card upon completion of the reservation. A $10.00 non-refundable on line reservation fee may be charged for some facilities |
| Check-in / out | In 2:00 PM · Out 12:00 PM (most common in the listing) |
| Accessible sites | 4 marked accessible in the listing |
| Accessibility | N |
| Phone | 541-894-2332 |
Check availability & book on Recreation.gov →
This site takes no reservations and shows no live availability. Source: Recreation.gov (RIDB export pulled November 5, 2026); this listing was last updated in the federal record on 2026-07-26.
From the official listing
Overview One of Eastern Oregon’s largest Forest Service campgrounds, Union Creek Campground is located 18 miles South of Baker City. Sitting along Phillips Reservoir’s North shore, Union Creek Campground boasts many amenities including over 60 tent/trailer sites, some with full hookups. There is access to boating, mountain biking, hiking and more.
This campground is part of the Union Creek Recreation Area, which includes a picnic and day-use area. Union Creek Campground is set on three loops with separate walk-in tent camping, and it has four group sites that can accommodate large groups up to 60 people.
PLEASE NOTE: This Union Creek Campground is located in northeastern Oregon in the Wallowa Whitman National Forest. This is not the Union Creek Campground located in southwestern Oregon near Medford.
Recreation The campground is near a boat launch and a small, rocky swim beach. Activities include swimming, fishing, boating, and water skiing. Anglers can fish for bass, trout and perch.
There's an access point for the Phillips Lake Shoreline Trail, a scenic trail for hiking and mountain biking. This trail can be connected to make a 16 mile loop around the lake. Facilities
The parking spurs are paved and gravel and large enough for any size RV. Several sites offer full hookups, and some others offer water and electric. Units are equipped with picnic tables and grills. Drinking water and flush toilets are available. Some of the facilities are handicap-accessible. Sewer Dump is inluded with your fee for B and C loops.
Natural Features Phillips Reservoir is a popular destination within the Wallowa-Whitman National Forest because it offers scenic views of the surrounding Elkhorn Mountains. The shoreline is forested with a mix of Ponderosa pine and various firs interspersed with small grasslands.
Visitors enjoy several varieties of colorful wildflowers in the spring. Contact Info For facility specific information, please call (541) 519-3993. Nearby Attractions The historic gold mining town of Sumpter is about 10 miles away, West of Hwy 7. Visitors can explore the Sumpter Dredge State Heritage Park, browse the holiday weekend flea markets or take a ride on a historic steam locomotive. Charges & Cancellations A $10.00 service fee will apply if you change or cancel your reservation. Late cancellations are subject to additional fees. For full details see NRRS Reservation Policy
Directions, from the listing
From Baker City, Oregon, travel south on Highway 7 for about 18 miles. The campground and day-use entrance is on the left side of the road. Follow the signs in the Union Creek Recreation Area down to the various campground loops and areas.
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Trip Card — Union Creek Campground
Baker City · Oregon · Wallowa Whitman National Forest
| Agency | FS · U.S. Forest Service |
|---|---|
| Location | Baker City · Oregon · Wallowa Whitman National Forest |
| Fees | Payment in full will be charged to your credit card upon completion of the reservation. A $10.00 non-refundable on line reservation fee may be charged for some facilities |
| Getting a site | Reservable |
| Hookups | Electric at 55 · full hookups at 22 |
| Max RV | Up to 60 ft |
| Months open | Not in federal data |
| Sites | 59 sites |
Book: recreation.gov/camping/campgrounds/233115 · Source: Recreation.gov, pulled November 5, 2026. Facility details come from federal recreation data and may be out of date — this site takes no reservations and shows no live availability; confirm details and book through Recreation.gov or the managing agency.