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Glade Creek/Cold Springs Trailhead

Bates, Oregon · Grant County · Facility

Provides access to: Cold Spring Trail #3008 and Glade Creek Trail #3014 which enter North Fork John Day Wilderness.The trailhead is at the end of a short, steep loop spur. There is a dispersed camp site with parking for 2 trucks with trailers. Directions:From Dale, OR, go north on US-395 about 1.2 miles and turn right …

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5-Day Forecast

Weather at Glade Creek/Cold Springs Trailhead

Live forecast for the park. Plan your visit accordingly.

Avg High58°F
Avg Low35°F
Peak Rain Chance17%
Humidity52%
UV (avg)7
Air Quality44 · Good
Today
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Overcast
49°/31°
🌬 12mph
5:12 AM8:31 PM
Sun
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Overcast
53°/29°
🌬 10mph
5:12 AM8:32 PM
Mon
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Overcast
59°/37°
💧 1%🌬 10mph
5:11 AM8:33 PM
Tue
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Overcast
66°/38°
💧 1%🌬 8mph
5:11 AM8:34 PM
Wed
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Rain Showers
62°/39°
💧 17%🌬 12mph
5:10 AM8:35 PM

Forecast data © Open-Meteo. Refreshed every 6 hours. Always check the most recent forecast before heading out.

About Glade Creek/Cold Springs Trailhead

Provides access to: Cold Spring Trail #3008 and Glade Creek Trail #3014 which enter North Fork John Day Wilderness.The trailhead is at the end of a short, steep loop spur. There is a dispersed camp site with parking for 2 trucks with trailers. Directions:From Dale, OR, go north on US-395 about 1.2 miles and turn right (east) onto Forest Road 55. After less than 1 mile, turn right onto Forest Road 10 and travel about 10 miles east to Forest Road 1010. Turn left on Forest Road 1010 and go about 10 miles to the Glade Creek/Cold Springs Trailhead on the north side of the road.From Granite, OR travel west on Grant County Road 24 (Forest Road 10) for 3.4 miles until the pavement turns to gravel. Continue on Forest Road 10, which turns uphill to the right (west). Travel another 11.5 miles on Forest Road 10 (past the entrance to Olive Lake) then turn right (north) onto Forest Road 1010. Travel about 6 miles west on Road 1010 and the trailhead is up a steep spur road on the right. The spur road is about 1.5 miles west of the turn-off for Desolation Lookout.

Plan Your Visit to Glade Creek/Cold Springs Trailhead

Heading to Glade Creek/Cold Springs Trailhead? A few things to know before you go:

  • Reservations: popular sites fill up fast — check Recreation.gov 6 months in advance
  • Fees: day-use and camping fees vary; check current rates on the official park page
  • Trash & pack-out: follow Leave No Trace principles
  • Wildlife: store food in bear boxes where provided; never feed wildlife
  • Weather: the 5-day forecast above is updated every 6 hours; verify just before you go

Frequently Asked Questions

Do I need a reservation for Glade Creek/Cold Springs Trailhead?

No central reservation system listed for Glade Creek/Cold Springs Trailhead. Check the official page (https://www.recreation.gov/camping/campgrounds/246010) for the latest entry policy and availability.