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Little Kettle Creek Trailhead

Halfway, Oregon · Baker County · Facility

The Little Kettle Creek Trailhead is located along East Eagle Creek on the southern end of the Wallowa Mountains. This trailhead is popular in the summer for day and extended trips into the southern Wallowa Mountains and Eagle Cap Wilderness, and in the fall for big game hunting. Visitors have two options for accessing…

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About Little Kettle Creek Trailhead

The Little Kettle Creek Trailhead is located along East Eagle Creek on the southern end of the Wallowa Mountains. This trailhead is popular in the summer for day and extended trips into the southern Wallowa Mountains and Eagle Cap Wilderness, and in the fall for big game hunting. Visitors have two options for accessing trails in this area. They can park at this Little Kettle Creek Trailhead which has truck and trailer parking, a vault toilet and stock facilties and accesses the Kettle Creek Trail #1945, or at the end of Forest Service road 7745 at the East Eagle Trailhead with primary access to the East Eagle Creek Trail #1910.

Plan Your Visit to Little Kettle Creek Trailhead

Heading to Little Kettle Creek 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 Little Kettle Creek Trailhead?

No central reservation system listed for Little Kettle Creek Trailhead. Check the official page (https://www.recreation.gov/camping/campgrounds/253702) for the latest entry policy and availability.