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Mud Lake Campground in Oregon
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Mud Lake Campground

Wallowa-Whitman National Forest, Wallowa Whitman National Forest, Oregon

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As of September 2026, Mud Lake Campground is a campground in Wallowa-Whitman National Forest, Oregon with 6 campsites. Mud Lake Campground is booked through Recreation.gov.

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  • Mud Lake Campground is located at 44.9644ยฐ N, 118.2319ยฐ W.
people allowed on each site
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Mud Lake Campground reservations and next available dates

September 2026

open, tap to book on Recreation.govsold outin your alert

Stay and booking rules

  • Reservations close: 2 day(s) prior to arrival

Published by Recreation.gov for Mud Lake Campground, read on September 30, 2026.

Campsites at Mud Lake Campground

  • Standard 6
  • Hookups 6

What an RV fits

  • 12 ft1 site
  • 20 ft1 site
  • 23 ft1 site
  • 25 ft1 site
  • 27 ft1 site
  • 30 ft1 site

Amenities

  • restrooms
  • potable water

At a glance: Setting: Mountain.

Things to do: fishing, boating, hiking, biking, wildlife, photography, horse riding.

All sites at Mud Lake Campground, as listed by Recreation.gov

Every site is in the Mud Lake Campground loop.

SiteTypeSleepsMax RVHookups
002Standard623 ftElectric
003Standard627 ftElectric
004Standard630 ftElectric
005Standard620 ftElectric
006Standard612 ftElectric
007Standard625 ftElectric

About Mud Lake Campground

Overview

Mud Lake Campground is located across from the Anthony Lake Ski Area and near Mud Lake in the Wallowa-Whitman National Forest. Some campsites are tucked beneath dense pine and fir forest, while others sit in an open meadow. For questions for Anthony Lake, Grande Ronde Lake, Mud Lake, Peavey Cabin, and Anthony Lake Guard Station call (541) 856-3277 ext. 114

Recreation

Campers at Mud Lake have access to all the recreational activities at Anthony Lake, including boating, canoeing, kayaking and trout fishing. There is an accessible boat

ramp available.

Trails around Anthony Lake include the 22.6-mile Elkhorn Crest and the 1-mile Black Lake Trails for hiking and horseback riding, as well as the 1-mile Shoreline Trail for hiking only.

Mud Lake is also near over 8 miles of singe track mountain bike trails and a downhill flow trail at the ski area.

Facilities

Has 6 reservable standard electrical sites, and a standard non electric site are available. At an elevation of 7,100 feet, Mud Lake

Campground offers comfortable camping during the hottest part of the summer.

Each site has a picnic table and grill. Vault toilets are available at the campground, and drinking water is available at the Anthony Lake Campground, and Anthony Lake Day use area.

Natural Features

Mud Lake Campground is located in the Southern Elkhorn Mountain/Powder River Basin Area. Picturesque views of the ski area, Gunsight Peak and the Elkhorn Mountains are only a short hike across Forest Road 73, which is part of the Elkhorn Scenic Byway.

Nearby Attractions

The Elkhorn Scenic Byway is a 106-mile drive through the Elkhorn Mountains. Along this drive are ghost towns and an abundance of lakes and rivers.

Contact Info

For facility specific information, please call (541) 519-3993.

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

Rules and notices at Mud Lake Campground

Recreation.gov does not date these notices. We last read them on September 30, 2026. Check Mud Lake Campground on Recreation.gov

Notices from Recreation.gov

Water is not available at this campground

Camp host located just across highway at the Anthony Lake campground

Click here for more information about Wallowa-Whitman National Forest

Don't Move Firewood: Please protect Pacific Northwest forests by preventing the spread of invasive species. Firewood can carry insects and diseases that can threaten the health of our western forests. You can make a difference by obtaining and burning your firewood near your camping destination. Visit Dontmovefirewood.org for further information.

Mud Lake Campground FAQ

How hard is it to get a campsite at Mud Lake Campground?

Mud Lake Campground is rated "Hard to Book" based on historical demand. This campground is popular and often books out weeks in advance. Your best strategy is to monitor cancellations.

How do I find last-minute availability at Mud Lake Campground?

Cancellations happen frequently at Mud Lake Campground, especially 1-2 weeks before check-in dates. PermitSnag monitors availability 24/7 and sends instant alerts when sites open up due to cancellations. This is often the best way to snag popular campsites.

How many campsites does Mud Lake Campground have?

Mud Lake Campground has 6 campsites.

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