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Mud Lake Campground is the smallest of the 3 campgrounds in the Anthony Lakes Recreation Area. Located across from the Anthony Lake Ski Area and near Mud Lake this rustic facility offers 7 campsites for tents and small trailers. Mud Lake, which is often dry in the late summer, is great for photography and viewing wildflowers. Other activities include driving the Elkhorn Drive Scenic Byway. Picturesque views of the ski area, Gunsight Peak and the Elkhorn Mountains are available after a short hike across the byway.
From Baker City, OR head north on Highway 30 toward Haines 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 mile 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 1 mile to the Anthony Lake Highway; Turn right and follow the Anthony Lake Highway (becomes Forest Road 73) for 16 miles to campground entrance on your right across from the ski area.
2019 Camping Fees
Group camp fee = $50
Single family campsite = $10
Extra campsite vehicle fee = $8
Discounts are subject to the terms of the passes, and policies of the Concession operator. For visitors with an Interagency Senior Pass, Interagency Access Pass, Golden Age Passport or Golden Access Passport the discount fees are:
Single family campsite = $4
