Moss Springs Campground

3 reviews

Quick Facts

5,863 ft

Price

$3 - $8/night

Booking

First-Come

Sites

3 campsites

Season

Year-round

Cell

Unknown

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January 2026

Quick Facts

5,863 ft

Price

$3 - $8/night

Booking

First-Come

Sites

3 campsites

Season

Year-round

Cell

Unknown

Pets

Check Policy

Opens booking site

Official Website

Get Directions

Real-Time Availability

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January 2026

Moss Springs Campground

$3.00 - $8.00 / night

Campsite Fees

Recreation use fees are variable depending on activities and reservation methods. There is an $8 fee for online/app reservations, $9 for contact...

Standard Site Fee$0.00

Hookup Site Fee$0.00

Premium Site Fee$0.00

Hike and Bike Site Fee$0.00

Group Site Fee$0.00

Food Storage Locker Fee$0.00

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Moss Springs Campground

45.2753, -117.6800

Driving directionsFrom La Grande, Oregon travel northeast on State Highway 82 for about 2 miles to Island City; In Island City continue straight onto State Highway 237 (Cove Highway) and go 13 miles to Cove, Oregon; In Cove turn right on the Union Cove highway and go 1/2 block; Turn left on Hill Street and follow it to 2nd Street; Continue on 2nd Street which turns into Mill Creek Road; Follow Mill Creek Road which turns into Forest Road 6220; Follow Forest Road 6220 for about 8 miles to the campground and trailhead. ADVISORY: The last six miles of Forest Road 6220 are a steep, gravel surface narrow road.

The campground is accessible via a steep, gravel surfaced, narrow road (Forest Road 6220) over the last six miles. This road may pose challenges for larger vehicles or vehicles not designed for rugged terrain.

Nearby places

La Grande, Oregon (~23 miles, ~30-minute drive)

Cove, Oregon (~8 miles, ~15-minute drive)

Best Time to Camp at Moss Springs Campground

Experience the dramatic seasonal transformations of Oregon's high country at Moss Springs. Winter blankets the ridgeline in pristine snow, with weekly accumulations averaging 5.55 inches creating a wonderland for cold-weather adventurers. As spring melts into summer, the campground emerges under crystal-clear mountain skies, offering pleasantly moderate temperatures perfect for trail riding and hiking. While specific weather data remains elusive, seasoned visitors report that summer brings ideal conditions for exploring the surrounding wilderness, with cool mornings giving way to warm afternoons and star-filled nights.

Summer(Jun-Aug)

4.0 / 5

Summer offers best access to trails and ridgeline vistas; primitive site but excellent hiking gateway.

Best

Fall(Sep-Nov)

4.0 / 5

High-country fall colors and ridgeline views likely strong; description notes dramatic seasonal transforms.

Spring(Mar-May)

3.5 / 5

Spring offers thaw and wildland access but snow and trail conditions may vary; limited seasonal data.

Winter(Dec-Feb)

2.5 / 5

Area receives regular snow (weekly avg cited) but no winter services; access may be limited.

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About Moss Springs Campground

Perched high on a scenic ridgeline above the charming town of Cove, Oregon, Moss Springs Campground beckons to equestrian adventurers and wilderness enthusiasts alike. This thoughtfully designed campground serves as your gateway to the majestic Eagle Cap Wilderness, where the Moss Springs Trailhead opens up a world of backcountry exploration. With three fully accessible campsites specially crafted for travelers with packstock or riding stock, this mountain retreat combines the thrill of high-country camping with the comfort of modern amenities, including accessible restroom facilities.

Moss Springs Campground is primarily designed for primitive camping, with a focus on equestrian users and hikers heading into the wilderness.

Weather and SeasonsExperience the dramatic seasonal transformations of Oregon's high country at Moss Springs. Winter blankets the ridgeline in pristine snow, with weekly accumulations averaging 5.55 inches creating a wonderland for cold-weather adventurers. As spring melts into summer, the campground emerges under crystal-clear mountain skies, offering pleasantly moderate temperatures perfect for trail riding and hiking. While specific weather data remains elusive, seasoned visitors report that summer brings ideal conditions for exploring the surrounding wilderness, with cool mornings giving way to warm afternoons and star-filled nights.

Natural Features and SceneryFrom your campsite at Moss Springs, prepare to be captivated by sweeping vistas of the legendary Eagle Cap Wilderness stretching across the horizon. This rugged mountain landscape tells a story written in towering forests, dramatic ridgelines, and pristine wildlife corridors. Adventure awaits in two spectacular directions: follow the trail as it descends into the wild Minam River drainage, where ancient forests shelter elk and deer, or traverse the spectacular Grande Ronde Ridge, where eagles soar above windswept peaks and hidden meadows burst with wildflowers in season.

Geological RegionMoss Springs Campground claims its place along a commanding ridgeline that serves as a natural balcony overlooking the Eagle Cap Wilderness. This strategic location places you at the crossroads of two iconic wilderness routes: the trail system plunging into the remote Minam River drainage, carved by centuries of flowing water through ancient bedrock, and the panoramic Grande Ronde Ridge trail, which follows the spine of the mountains through some of Oregon's most spectacular high-country terrain.

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Tents

Tents are not allowed

RV vehicles

RV vehicles are not allowed

Primitive

Primitive camping is allowed

Reservable

Reservations are not allowed

Walk-in AvailabilityThe campground is first-come, first-served; no reservation system is in place.

Cancellation PolicyReservations are not accepted at this campground. Use is first-come, first-served.

AccessibilityThree campsites and toilets are accessible.

Site SizeThe size of campsites is not specified in the data.

PrivacyNo information available on the level of privacy at campsites.

Total Campsites3 campsites

Activities you can enjoy

The campground provides direct access to trails leading into the Eagle Cap Wilderness, which are suitable for both hikers and equestrians. Trails drop steeply into the Minam River drainage or follow Grande Ronde Ridge.

HikingThe campground is adjacent to trails leading into the Eagle Cap Wilderness, allowing options to hike into the Minam River drainage or along the Grande Ronde Ridge. No details about difficulty or distances are provided.

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