Union Creek campground
Union Creek
The campground at Union Creek offers basic amenities such as drinking water, fire pits, and vault toilets. It also has a small store where campers can buy basic provisions. The area has 55 campsites available on a first-come, first-serve basis. An interesting fact about the area is that the Union Creek Resort, located nearby, was built in 1922 and is listed on the National Register of Historic Places.
The best time to visit the Union Creek Camping Area is during the summer months, from June to September when average temperatures range between 70°F and 85°F. Visitors can take advantage of the excellent weather to indulge in various activities such as fishing, hiking, and swimming. It is important to note that the campground is closed during the winter months due to heavy snowfall.
What's on-site at Union Creek
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 Union Creek, with reservations status.
| Campground | Reservations | Toilets | View |
|---|---|---|---|
| Millers Lane | ✗ | ✓ | → |
| Millers Lane Campground | ✓ | ✗ | → |
| Southwest Shore | ✗ | ✓ | → |
| Southwest Shore Campground | ✓ | ✗ | → |
| Mccully Forks | ✗ | ✓ | → |
Nearby streamflow
USGS streamgauges within reach of Union Creek -- pulled live from the National Water Information System.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| John Day R At Blue Mtn Hot Spgs Nr Prairie City | 34 cfs | → |
| John Day River Near John Day | 72 cfs | → |
| North Fork Malheur River At Beulah Or | 1 cfs | → |
| M Fk John Day R At Ritter | 86 cfs | → |
| Snake River At Weiser Id | 13,800 cfs | → |
Nearby snow depths
NRCS SNOTEL stations within reach of Union Creek -- relevant when planning a shoulder-season or alpine trip.
| SNOTEL station | Snowpack | 24h Snowfall | View |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nohrsc Bourne | 0.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Bourne | 0.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Nohrsc Eilertson Meadows | 1.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Eilertson Meadows | 1.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Gold Center | 0.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Gold Center | 0.0 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
- Elkhorn Wildlife Area
- Sumpter Valley Dredge State Heritage Area
- Unity Lake State Recreation Site
- Unity Forest State Scenic Corridor
- Umatilla National Forest
- Wilderness North Fork John Day
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 Union Creek as a favorite, set a custom threshold (precipitation, snowpack, freezing temperatures), and the iOS app will push the moment conditions cross.
About Union Creek
Can I make reservations at Union Creek?
Yes -- this campground accepts reservations. Snoflo recommends booking early for peak season; check the operator (Recreation.gov / state park system / private operator) for the booking window and cancellation policy.
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 Union Creek?
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 Union Creek.