Can you reserve a site at Mud Lake Campground?

Yes, Mud Lake Campground is reservable through Recreation.gov.

How many campsites does Mud Lake Campground have?

8 sites in total, of which 7 can be booked.

What is the maximum RV length at Mud Lake Campground?

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

Are pets allowed at Mud Lake Campground?

Yes, pets are allowed at Mud Lake Campground.

Are campfires allowed at Mud Lake Campground?

Campfires are allowed at Mud Lake Campground. Check for a current fire restriction before you go.

Mud Lake Campground, Oregon — 7 sites, fees and cancellation alerts

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) 519-3993

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.

Contact Info

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

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.

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

The facts

Season: July – September — USDA Forest Service, Aug 24, 2026
7 bookable sites
8 sites in total, including non-bookable
Vehicles up to 30 ft
Up to 60 people per site
Loops: MUD LAKE CAMPGROUND, Mud Lake Campground

Site types

6 Standard Electric
1 Management
1 Standard Nonelectric

Amenities

Electric hookups
Campfires allowed
Shade
Pets allowed
Water hookups — not available

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

Book on Recreation.gov

8 campsites at Mud Lake Campground

Check-in 2:00 PM · Check-out 12:00 PM

Site	Loop	Type	Entry	Surface	Grade	Max rig	People
GS-1	MUD LAKE CAMPGROUND	Management	Back In	Gravel	—	30 ft	60
001	Mud Lake Campground	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Gravel	Slight	20 ft	6	🐾
002	Mud Lake Campground	Standard Electric	Pull Through	Gravel	Slight	23 ft	6	🐾
003	Mud Lake Campground	Standard Electric	Back In	Gravel	Slight	27 ft	6	🐾
004	Mud Lake Campground	Standard Electric	Back In	Gravel	Slight	30 ft	6	🐾
005	Mud Lake Campground	Standard Electric	Back In	Gravel	Slight	—	6	🐾
006	Mud Lake Campground	Standard Electric	Pull Through	Gravel	Slight	13 ft	6	🐾
007	Mud Lake Campground	Standard Electric	Back In	Gravel	Slight	—	6	🐾

Getting there

From Baker City, Oregon, head north on Highway 30 toward Haines for approximately 10 miles. In Haines, turn left and follow the Anthony Lake Highway signs (turns into Forest Road 73 and Elkhorn Scenic Byway) for 25 miles to the Anthony Lake Recreation Area. Turn right into the campground across from the ski area.

From La Grande, head south on Interstate 84 for 25 miles to exit 285 in North Powder, Oregon. In North Powder, follow the ski area signs on Highway 237 for 4 miles to Ellis Road. Turn left on Ellis Road and go about a mile to the Anthony Lake Highway. Turn right and follow the Anthony Lake Highway (becomes Forest Road 73) for 16 miles to the campground entrance on the right, across from the ski area.

44.96444, -118.23194 · 44°57'52.0"N 118°13'55.0"W

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Typical weather

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Precip in	4.0	3.1	2.7	2.3	2.6	1.9	0.8	0.7	0.9	1.8	3.4	4.2

1991–2020 averages from the nearest NOAA station, 8.3 mi away — not measured at the facility itself, and elevation can make a real difference over that distance.

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Fees and stay limits

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.

From Recreation.gov, which is not always current. The operator's own page is the authority on what you will be charged.

Common questions about Mud Lake Campground

Can you reserve a site at Mud Lake Campground?: Yes, Mud Lake Campground is reservable through Recreation.gov.
How many campsites does Mud Lake Campground have?: 8 sites in total, of which 7 can be booked.
What is the maximum RV length at Mud Lake Campground?: 30 ft. That is the longest vehicle the sites here are recorded as taking; individual sites may be shorter.
Are pets allowed at Mud Lake Campground?: Yes, pets are allowed at Mud Lake Campground.
Does Mud Lake Campground have hookups?: Electric.
Are campfires allowed at Mud Lake Campground?: Campfires are allowed at Mud Lake Campground. Check for a current fire restriction before you go.

Also listed by

Mud Lake Campground also appears in other federal recreation data. Facts below are matched by name and location, not confirmed by Mud Lake Campground's operator.

USDA Forest Service — data as of Aug 24, 2026

RV/Tent non-electrical = $16/night
Extra vehicle = $6
RV Electrical site = $30/night
Extra vehicle = $60

Restrictions:

General rules of use and restrictions apply for this developed recreation site. The Recreation Site Concessionaire also has rules of use posted for the site. State boating rules : The Oregon State Marine Board has administrative rules for boaters on Mud Lake . (ORS 250-020-0330 ). No person shall op

USDA Forest Service's own page

Camping near Mud Lake Campground

Anthony Lake 0.1 mi · Campground · we watch it
Anthony Lake Guard Station 0.2 mi · Campground · we watch it
Peavy Cabin 4.1 mi · Campground · we watch it
North Fork John Day Campground (OR) 9 mi · Campground · we watch it
Congo Gulch 17.4 mi · Campground · we watch it
Caretakers Cabin 17.4 mi · Campground · we watch it
Miners Retreat 17.4 mi · Campground · we watch it
Hilltop Hideaway - Umatilla NF (OR) 17.4 mi · Campground · we watch it
Grande Ronde Lake Campground 0.9 mi · Campground
McCully Forks Campground 13.7 mi · Campground
Fremont Hilltop Hideaway Cabin 17.5 mi · Campground
Spool Cart Campground 18.3 mi · Campground

Contact

Recreation.gov last updated this record on 2026-07-20.

Mud Lake Campground