Twin Springs Forest Camp campground
Twin Springs Forest Camp
One of the main points of interest in the area is the nearby Eagle Cap Wilderness, which offers a wide variety of hiking trails and scenic vistas. Other nearby attractions include the Wallowa Lake Tramway, which takes visitors up to the top of Mount Howard for panoramic views of the surrounding landscape.
The campground itself offers a range of amenities for visitors, including picnic tables, fire rings, and vault toilets. There are also several drinking water sources located throughout the campground. Twin Springs is a first-come, first-served campground, and has 10 campsites available.
An interesting fact about the area is that the campground is located near the site of a historic gold rush in the late 1800s. Although the gold rush is long gone, there is still evidence of the mining activity in the area.
The best time of year to visit Twin Springs Forest Camp is during the summer months, when temperatures are generally mild and comfortable. The average high temperature in July is around 80 degrees, while the average low temperature is around 50 degrees. Overall, Twin Springs Forest Camp is a great place to experience the natural beauty of eastern Oregon and to enjoy a peaceful camping trip in the great outdoors.
What's on-site at Twin Springs Forest Camp
Key facilities Snoflo tracks for this campground. Confirm with the operator before booking -- amenities can change seasonally.
Plan your trip down to the hour
Same weather feed Snoflo's iOS app uses -- updated continuously from NOAA / yr.no.
Next 5 days, hour by hour
Temperature line with weather symbols on top, snow + rain accumulation as columns, humidity as a dotted line.
5-day forecast table
Every 3 hours, broken out across temperature, snow, rain, humidity, and wind. Each cell is colour-coded relative to the column min/max so trends jump out at a glance.
| Time | Condition | Temp (°F) | Snow (in) | Rain (in) | Humidity (%) | Wind (mps) | Wind dir |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
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15-day temperature & precipitation
Daily temperatures, snow, and rain projected over the next two weeks. Hover any point for the full breakdown.
Other campgrounds in the area
Snoflo-tracked campsites within driving distance of Twin Springs Forest Camp, with reservations status.
| Campground | Reservations | Toilets | View |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dismal Creek | ✗ | ✓ | → |
| Mud Creek | ✗ | ✓ | → |
| Mud Creek Forest Camp | ✗ | ✗ | → |
| Mud Creek Campground | ✗ | ✗ | → |
| Aspen Cabin Recreation Rental | ✗ | ✗ | → |
Nearby snow depths
NRCS SNOTEL stations within reach of Twin Springs Forest Camp -- relevant when planning a shoulder-season or alpine trip.
| SNOTEL station | Snowpack | 24h Snowfall | View |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dismal Swamp | 4.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Nohrsc Dismal Swamp | 1.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| State Line | 1.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Nohrsc 20h01 - State Line Am (Ca) | 1.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Strawberry | 0.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Nohrsc Strawberry | 1.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
Plan a longer trip
The closest parks, lakes, boat launches, and paddle runs so a camping night can grow into a full weekend.
Parks
- Goose Lake State Recreation Area
- Chandler State Wayside
- Booth State Scenic Corridor
- Fremont National Forest
- Wilderness Gearhart Mountain
Camping essentials & Leave No Trace
- Pack it in, pack it out
- Take all trash, food scraps, and gear back with you to keep campsites clean and protect wildlife.
- Respect wildlife
- Observe animals from a distance, store food securely, and never feed wildlife to maintain natural behavior and safety.
- Know before you go
- Check weather, fire restrictions, trail conditions, and permit requirements to ensure a safe and well-planned trip.
- Minimize campfire impact
- Use established fire rings, keep fires small, fully extinguish them, or opt for a camp stove when fires are restricted.
- Leave what you find
- Preserve natural and cultural features by avoiding removal of plants, rocks, artifacts, or other elements of the environment.
Set push alerts in the Snoflo app
Save Twin Springs Forest Camp as a favorite, set a custom threshold (precipitation, snowpack, freezing temperatures), and the iOS app will push the moment conditions cross.
About Twin Springs Forest Camp
Can I make reservations at Twin Springs Forest Camp?
This campground does not appear to accept reservations -- it's typically first-come, first-served. Arrive early on summer weekends.
How fresh is the weather data on this page?
The hourly forecast updates throughout the day from the NOAA / yr.no public feeds. Streamflow data is pulled live from USGS streamgauges and snowpack from the NRCS SNOTEL network.
What's the best time of year to visit?
Use the 15-day temperature & precipitation outlook on this page to plan -- pick a window with comfortable temperatures and low precipitation. For longer trips, the 5-day hourly meteogram shows snow + rain accumulation hour-by-hour.
How do I get to Twin Springs Forest Camp?
Tap Directions in the hero above to open driving directions in Google Maps, or Open in map to center the Snoflo interactive map on the campground.
Can I get alerts when conditions change?
Yes -- alerts are managed through the Snoflo iOS app. Favorite this campground, set a threshold (temperature, snowpack, precipitation), and you'll get a push the moment it crosses.
Other campgrounds near here
Snoflo-tracked campgrounds within driving distance of Twin Springs Forest Camp.