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Baldy Creek Trailhead

The Baldy Creek Trailhead is located on the north side of the Baldy Unit of the North Fork John Day Wilderness along the Elkhorn Drive Scenic Byway where Baldy Creek joins the Wild and Scenic North Fork John Day River . The site is frequented by summertime day hikers, backpackers, horseback riders and during fall hunting season. A primary attraction of the area is the hike into Baldy Lake. The site provides access to Baldy Creek Trail # 1603 which lies almost entirely within the North Fork John…

  • Managed by: USDA Forest Service
  • Coordinates: 44.91142377, -118.31885326

Nearby & related campgrounds

  • PEAVY CABIN
  • Peavy Trailhead
  • Blue Mountain Byway East Interpretive Site
  • Baldy Lake Trailhead
  • North Fork John Day Campground (OR)
  • Crawfish Basin Trailhead

Frequently asked questions

Is Baldy Creek Trailhead reservable?

Baldy Creek Trailhead is primarily first-come, first-served. Use the availability view to gauge how busy it is before you go.

Where is Baldy Creek Trailhead?

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How do I book a campsite at Baldy Creek Trailhead?

Pick your dates on the availability calendar, then reserve through the official booking link. You can also set an alert and we'll notify you if a sold-out date opens up.

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