State Recreation Area · Oregon
Hilgard Junction State Recreation Area
- Location
- Union County, Oregon
- Nearest town
- 7.5 miles west of La Grande
- Type
- State Recreation Area
About Hilgard Junction State Recreation Area
Along the Grande Ronde River, right where Interstate 84 meets Highway 244, this recreation area sits at that junction rather than off in a quiet corner. The Oregon Parks and Recreation Department manages the grounds, which include full RV hook-up sites and tent camping spots, with flush toilets and showers available nearby. The river frontage is the main draw for anyone passing through on the interstate.
Hours, fees, camping, reservations and closures are set by the park and change often. Check the official park site before you go.
Getting there
Hilgard Junction State Recreation Area is in Union County, Oregon, 7.5 miles west of La Grande. The Directions button takes you to the park's mapped location; the entrance may be elsewhere, so check the official site for the address to use.
State parks near Hilgard Junction State Recreation Area
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Minam State Recreation AreaState Recreation Area · Wallowa County, OR40 miNE- Sumpter Valley Dredge State Heritage AreaState Historic Site · Baker County, OR41 miS
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Unity Lake State Recreation SiteState Recreation Area · Baker County, OR58 miS
Hat Rock State ParkState Park · Umatilla County, OR60 miNW
Towns near Hilgard Junction State Recreation Area
Facts from Wikidata, checked September 25, 2026. Distances are straight-line.