Can you reserve a site at Lepage Park?

Yes, Lepage Park is reservable through Recreation.gov.

How many campsites does Lepage Park have?

42 sites in total, of which 40 can be booked.

What is the maximum RV length at Lepage Park?

56 ft. That is the longest vehicle the sites here are recorded as taking; individual sites may be shorter.

Are pets allowed at Lepage Park?

Yes, pets are allowed at Lepage Park.

Lepage Park, Oregon — 40 sites, fees and cancellation alerts

Overview

LePage Park is located at the confluence of the John Day and Columbia Rivers just five miles from Rufus, Oregon, and the John Day Dam. Popular activities include river fishing, swimming, water skiing and boating.

Recreation

Visitors enjoy boating, water sports and swimming in the river. Anglers fish for smallmouth bass, catfish, and abundant sunfish. A boat ramp is located at the campground for convenient river access.

Facilities

The campground offers 22 sites with electric hookups and 20 primitive walk-to tent sites. Amenities include flush and pit toilets, showers, drinking water, a dump station and boat ramp.

Natural Features

The park is situated in a river basin with a high desert climate. Mature shade trees line the edges of this open grassy park on the banks of the John Day River. Wildlife is abundant in the area, such as mule deer, waterfowl, and birds of prey.

Contact Info

Between 04/15/2024 and 10/15/2024 this location is staffed. Please call (541) 739-2713 to speak with local staff. From 10/16/2024 to 10/31/2030 this location is unstaffed. Please call (541) 739-1135 for general information.

The facts

40 bookable sites
42 sites in total, including non-bookable
Vehicles up to 56 ft
Up to 8 people per site
Loops: LPAR

Site types

20 Standard Electric
20 Walk To
2 Management

Amenities

Electric hookups
Water hookups
Shade
Pets allowed

Not recorded upstream: sewer hookups, campfires allowed, fire pits, picnic tables, grills.

Book on Recreation.gov

42 campsites at Lepage Park

Check-in 3:00 PM · Check-out 2:00 PM

Site	Loop	Type	Entry	Surface	Max rig	People
01	LPAR	Standard Electric	Pull Through	Paved	42 ft	8	🐾
02	LPAR	Management	Pull Through	Paved	48 ft	8	🐾
03	LPAR	Standard Electric	Pull Through	Paved	49 ft	8	🐾
04	LPAR	Standard Electric	Pull Through	Paved	52 ft	8	🐾
05	LPAR	Standard Electric	Pull Through	Paved	56 ft	8	🐾
06	LPAR	Standard Electric	Pull Through	Paved	53 ft	8	🐾
07	LPAR	Standard Electric	Pull Through	Paved	50 ft	8	🐾
08	LPAR	Standard Electric	Pull Through	Paved	51 ft	8	🐾
09	LPAR	Standard Electric	Back In	Paved	42 ft	8	🐾
10	LPAR	Standard Electric	Back In	Paved	50 ft	8	🐾
11	LPAR	Standard Electric	Back In	Paved	45 ft	8	🐾
12	LPAR	Standard Electric	Back In	Paved	50 ft	8	🐾
13	LPAR	Standard Electric	Back In	Paved	44 ft	8	🐾
14	LPAR	Standard Electric	Back In	Paved	39 ft	8	🐾
15	LPAR	Standard Electric	Back In	Paved	33 ft	8	🐾
16	LPAR	Standard Electric	Back In	Paved	32 ft	8	🐾
17	LPAR	Standard Electric	Back In	Paved	34 ft	8	🐾
18	LPAR	Standard Electric	Back In	Paved	34 ft	8	🐾
19	LPAR	Standard Electric	Back In	Paved	34 ft	8	🐾
20	LPAR	Standard Electric	Back In	Paved	32 ft	8	🐾
21	LPAR	Standard Electric	Back In	Paved	32 ft	8	🐾
22	LPAR	Management	Back In	Paved	33 ft	8	🐾
T1	LPAR	Walk To	—	—	—	8	🐾
T10	LPAR	Walk To	—	—	—	8	🐾
T11	LPAR	Walk To	—	—	—	8	🐾
T12	LPAR	Walk To	—	—	—	8	🐾
T13	LPAR	Walk To	—	—	—	8	🐾
T14	LPAR	Walk To	—	—	—	8	🐾
T15	LPAR	Walk To	—	—	—	8	🐾
T16	LPAR	Walk To	—	—	—	8	🐾
T17	LPAR	Walk To	—	—	—	8	🐾
T18	LPAR	Walk To	—	—	—	8	🐾
T19	LPAR	Walk To	—	—	—	8	🐾
T2	LPAR	Walk To	—	—	—	8	🐾
T20	LPAR	Walk To	—	—	—	8	🐾
T3	LPAR	Walk To	—	—	—	8	🐾
T4	LPAR	Walk To	—	—	—	8	🐾
T5	LPAR	Walk To	—	—	—	8	🐾
T6	LPAR	Walk To	—	—	—	8	🐾
T7	LPAR	Walk To	—	—	—	8	🐾
T8	LPAR	Walk To	—	—	—	8	🐾
T9	LPAR	Walk To	—	—	—	8	🐾

Getting there

From Dalles, Oregon, take I-84 east for 30 miles. Take exit 114 and follow signs to the John Day River.

45.72840, -120.65126 · 45°43'42.2"N 120°39'4.6"W

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Typical weather

	Jan	Feb	Mar	Apr	May	Jun	Jul	Aug	Sep	Oct	Nov	Dec
High °F	—	—	—	—	—	—	—	—	—	—	—	—
Low °F	—	—	—	—	—	—	—	—	—	—	—	—
Precip in	1.9	1.3	1.1	1.2	0.9	0.6	0.2	0.2	0.4	1.1	1.7	1.9

1991–2020 averages from the nearest NOAA station, 9.5 mi away — not measured at the facility itself, and elevation can make a real difference over that distance.

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Common questions about Lepage Park

Can you reserve a site at Lepage Park?: Yes, Lepage Park is reservable through Recreation.gov.
How many campsites does Lepage Park have?: 42 sites in total, of which 40 can be booked.
What is the maximum RV length at Lepage Park?: 56 ft. That is the longest vehicle the sites here are recorded as taking; individual sites may be shorter.
Are pets allowed at Lepage Park?: Yes, pets are allowed at Lepage Park.
Does Lepage Park have hookups?: Electric, Water.

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Oakbrook Day Use Area 32.3 mi · Facility
Twin Springs Campground 33.7 mi · Facility
Coyote Wall Recreation Area 36.3 mi · Facility
Buckhollow Boat Ramp 36.5 mi · Facility
Spring Creek National Fish Hatchery 43.4 mi · Facility
Underhill Campground 43.5 mi · Campground
Maupin Section Foreman House Historic Site 44 mi · Facility

Contact

Phone 541-739-1135
Book Recreation.gov

Recreation.gov last updated this record on 2026-02-25.

Lepage Park