A gravel road curving into a high mountain valley at first light, the peaks catching the sun.

Forest Service campground

Irondyke Forest Camp

Forest Service campground in Wallowa Whitman National Forest, Wallowa County, Oregon. In the Joseph area.

Managed by
Forest Service Wallowa Whitman National Forest
Sites
5 5 standard non-electric
Hookups
None listed
Reservations
Recreation.gov

Overview

Irondyke Forest Camp is a small rustic facility located along the Wild and Scenic Lostine River. Situated near the river in the cool pine and fir trees, the site is popular for summer and fall camping and hunting. The campground provides 5 sites and opportunities to explore Eagle Cap Wilderness or to enjoy nearby Hells Canyon.

The primary use season is from early June to the end of September.

Quiet hours are 10:00 p.m. until 6:00 a.m.

Facilities

Irondyke Campground provides 5 campsites with picnic tables, fire rings and parking spaces.

The description, directions and fees are the Forest Service’s own words, from its record on Recreation.gov.

What people do here

  • backpacking
  • camping
  • fishing
  • hiking
  • photography
  • water access
  • wilderness

The federal record has no coordinates for this campground, so it is listed under Joseph and left off the map rather than placed by guesswork. Use the directions above.

Source: Recreation Information Database (Recreation.gov), record updated April 4, 2026. Elevation from the USGS 3D Elevation Program. Seasons, fees, water and fire rules change; the managing office has the final word.