Minam State Recreation Area
- Status
- Open (per official listing)
- Entrance fee
- Statewide rule — see below
- Day-use reservations
- None mentioned
- Dogs
- Statewide rule — see below
- Camping
- Yes
- Official site
- stateparks.oregon.gov(541) 432-8855
Official page last checked Oct 29, 2026. How we keep this current
Overview
Minam State Recreation Area is a recreation area in Wallowa County, about 10 miles east of Elgin.
The park supports fishing, wildlife watching, and picnicking. Overnight options include campsites, with tent sites.
Hours
Park, gate, office and facility hours are listed separately because they often differ. Alerts above override normal hours.
| Facility | Days | Hours | Season |
|---|---|---|---|
| The park’s wording doesn’t give clock times — see the official wording below. | |||
Official wording
Open for camping: Mar 10 – Nov 30
Source: official park page, checked Oct 29, 2026. Times are local to the park (America/Los Angeles).
Pets
Pets must be physically restrained (held or on a leash no longer than six feet) except in designated off-leash areas or inside a vehicle, tent or pet-friendly yurt/cabin; owners pick up after pets.
Statewide rule from Oregon's park system (source). This park’s page doesn’t state its own pet rules, so check for local restrictions.
Fees and passes
'Oregon State Parks waives day-use parking fees at more than 150 parks'. Campers' receipts count as a permit. Oregon Coast Passports sold in 2026 are not accepted.
Statewide fee rule from Oregon's park system; this park’s page doesn’t list its own fees.
Oregon park passes
- 12-month day-use parking permit — $60 Oregon residents; $75 non-residents. Day-use parking at parks that require a day-use parking permit Details
- Daily parking permit — $10 per day per vehicle (residents); $12 (non-residents). Parking for the day at any state park that requires a day-use parking permit Details
From the Oregon state guide. Confirm which passes this park accepts.
Reservations
- Day use
- No day-use reservation requirement mentioned
- Booking system
- ReserveAmerica (oregonstateparks.reserveamerica.com)
- Phone
- 800-452-5687
We link to the official booking system rather than showing live availability, which changes minute to minute.
Camping
| Campground or site type | Sites | Hookups / features | Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Seasonal Camping • 22 primitive sites with water, water is available Memorial Day through Sept.
• Located two miles north of Hwy 82 on a primitive road
• ADA accessible vault toilet
• River access
• Trails
• Firewood for sale seasonally
• Universal access: One site accessible to campers with disabilities. | — | — |
Camping details from the park
Seasonal Camping • 22 primitive sites with water, water is available Memorial Day through Sept. • Located two miles north of Hwy 82 on a primitive road • ADA accessible vault toilet • River access • Trails • Firewood for sale seasonally • Universal access: One site accessible to campers with disabilities. Can I have a camp fire in the park? • Campfires are allowed only in the overnight campground area in park provided fire pits. • Fires must be put out if you leave the immediate area. • Campfires may be restricted or prohibited due to high fire hazard conditions. • Fires are not allowed in the day use areas. • Fires are not allowed on the banks of the Wallowa River Scenic Waterway
From the official park page, checked Oct 29, 2026. Site counts and prices can change; confirm when booking.
Things to do
FishingWildlife viewing and birdingCampingPicnicking
Boating and paddling
Are there boating /rafting rentals and equipment available? Boater Services The following is a partial list of local area businesses offering rafting-related goods and/or services. This reference is provided for general information only. OPRD does not endorse or assume liability for any business listed or absent. For information or to update this list, please call Wallowa Lake SRA at 541-432-8855 Updated 3/13 FOR RIVER INFORMATION: BLM-River Station at Minam 541-437-5580 On the internet: www.rivers.gov • Angler’s Rest Inn and Shuttle Service - Elgin, OR 541-437-8982 Vehicle shuttles Bed and Breakfast • Boggan’s Oasis - Anatone, WA at Hwy 129 Bridge 509-256-3372 Vehicle shuttles Food and lodging RV campground Guide service • Joining Waters Raft Rentals and Shuttle Service - Elgin, OR 541-437-1794 Vehicle shuttles Raft equipment rentals and sales Licensed outfitter and guide services • Minam Motel - Minam, OR 541-437-1111 Raft and rafting equipment rentals and sales Vehicle shuttles Guide service • Troy Resort - Troy, OR 541-828-7773 Food, lodging, gas, propane RV & tent camping Wi-Fi, laundry, showers
Fishing
Can I have a fire while fishing along the Wallowa River? • Fires of any kind are not allowed along the Wallowa River • Campfires are allowed only in the overnight campground area in park provided fire pits. • Fires must be put out if you leave the immediate area. • Campfires may be restricted or prohibited due to high fire hazard conditions. • Fires are not allowed in the day use areas.
A state fishing license is usually required.
Amenities
Facilities
- Restrooms
- Vault or pit toilets
- Picnic areas
Camping
- Tent camping
✓ listed by the park · ✕ the park says it is not available. Anything not shown here isn’t mentioned by the official source — that means unknown, not unavailable.
Accessibility
Accessible amenities: Vault Toilets, Camping
Official accessibility information
Conditions change. Contact the park to confirm specific accessible features before your visit.
Rules and permits
Smoking: Is smoking allowed at Minam State Park or in the Recreation Area? Smoking is prohibited at this state park and the surrounding park areas unless you are inside your personal vehicle.
Getting there
- Nearest town
- Elgin — about 10 mi east (straight line)
- Coordinates
- 45.6213, -117.7249
- Phone
- (541) 432-8855
Nearby state parks
Sources and freshness
- Oregon State Parks — park page — last checked Oct 29, 2026; page says updated Sep 15, 2026
- Oregon State Parks park finder JSON (services/park.cfc?method=getAll), used by the Find a Park page
- Wikidata
“Last checked” is when our system last read the official source. No change has been detected since this page was first published. Hours, fees and rules can change without notice — confirm with the park before you go. Methodology