Wallowa Lake State Park

We rented yurt 18 due to the incoming rain. It was really nice to have that option. Seemed like the entire loop was closed except for the yurts which was awesome because the other loops were packed and REALLY noisy. We had the entire loop and no neighbors! I've always wanted to stay here but it's always so busy, early October was perfect! And there was plenty of room to setup a tent near the yurt. The mattresses are NOT comfortable at all. I would advise bringing some kind of mattress topper lol the park is really nice, bathrooms were clean and kept that way through our entire stay. Lots of deer that were not afraid to come say hi, and even a quick visit from a fox one night at the campfire. Yurt 18 had 2 tables, a big one by the fire pit and a smaller one up on the porch under a cover. There was a water spicket thing right by the campsite and a sink water dump right across.

Great campground and facilities, very well maintained. Camp rangers, camp hosts and resident camp wildlife seemed quite friendly. Generous sized crates of firewood for the price and even got a few peices of fragrant "purple" western red cedar.

A true gem for nature lovers 🌲💛. Wallowa State Park offers breathtaking views, peaceful trails, and a chance to truly disconnect and unwind. During Kokanee spawning season, the rivers come alive with a stunning display of nature in motion — it’s a magical sight you won’t want to miss.

The park has clean bathroom facilities, and there are plenty of options for lake rentals, including paddle boats, kayaks, paddleboards, and pontoons, making it easy to enjoy the water.

The tramway is amazing, offering one of the steepest gondola rides in North America — a must-do for incredible panoramic views of the mountains and lake. The campgrounds are well-maintained, and the sunsets over the Wallowas are unforgettable. Perfect for anyone looking to immerse themselves in the beauty of Northeast Oregon!

Our stay at Group Campsite B in Wallowa was wonderful! Mother Nature gave us a show and we had a thunderstorm the entire first night, but honestly, it was actually beautiful to listen to!
We took it as part of our adventure, and made for a really cool experience!
We had some adorable very friendly deer visitors 🦌🤗

Our Camp Hosts were not very friendly, or inviting unfortunately, so that was sad to experience. Several members of our group, had experienced the same treatment, so it was not just a one off thing. Sad face! Thankfully, we really only needed to interact with them while getting firewood!

The Rangers on the other hand were all super friendly, and very informative.

Bathrooms and showers SUPER clean!

If you’re thinking about the regular single sites, just a heads-up: they’re pretty cozy with hardly any shrubs or bushes for privacy.

The lake was beautiful! We did one lake day, but it was not for us. It had a fishy smell to it that we couldn’t get past unfortunately.
Ultimately we decided there’s more fun to be had elsewhere. Perhaps if we had planned some fun boating activities it would have been a different experience. 🏖️ area was rocky, so I would recommend chairs for sure when hanging out lakeside.

The starry nights? Out of this world! Perfect for all stargazers.

Just a quick stroll away is a charming little town with horseback riding, go-carts, and plenty of fun stuff to keep the family busy.

There are cute little shopping stores within walking distance, plus coffee shops and even mini golf. We had some delicious Thai food from KHAO NEAOW while waiting for friends to come back from horseback riding — yum! The owner mentioned she had been in town for 12 years! If you have the opportunity, I would recommend giving it a try.

The tram ride up? A total must! The views at the top of the short hikes are stunning!
you’ll seriously regret missing those views!

The restaurant was reasonably priced, and the Caesar wraps ended up being the family favorites!

There are very friendly critters up there that are not afraid to come up and check out what snacks you are willing to share. They were so adorable, we didn’t mind them at all!

Need groceries? Safeway’s a quick 20-minute drive away. And don’t forget to swing by the beautiful town of Joseph — it’s like a little slice of magic.

All in all, a fantastic spot for camping, adventure, and making memories. We’re already dreaming of our next trip back!

Such a great state park and campground. The road after the registration booth is very rough and has huge pot hole filled w water. This area would benefit from being graded again. Filling it with rocks is not helping