About South Fork Walla Walla River ACEC
This area is very special and was designated an Area of Critical Environmental Concern (ACEC) in 1994. Bureau of Land Management public lands in the South Fork of the Walla Walla River are managed to protect the fisheries, wildlife, riparian, cultural, tribal, and scenic values, and to enhance recreation and public safety.Know Before You GoROADS, TRAILS, AND FACILITIES ARE NOT CURRENTLY MAINTAINED AND HAZARDS MAY EXIST.NO MOTOR VEHICLES. Motor vehicles are prohibited unless authorized in writing by the Bureau of Land Management.DAY USE ONLY. Overnight camping is prohibited within the ACEC. Camping is available at Harris Park or on Umatilla National Forest lands outside of the ACEC boundary.NO SHOOTING. Discharging of firearms is prohibited.NO CAMPFIRES or FIREWORKS. Campfires and fireworks are prohibited year-round. Additional fire restrictions may also be in effect. Please contact the Bureau of Land Management for more information.“PACK IT IN, PACK IT OUT.” There is no garbage service. Please take your garbage home with you.
How to Get There
From I-84 head towards the town of Milton-Freewater, Oregon on OR-11. At the south end of town turn right onto Main St. Turn left onto 15th Ave. 15th Ave will turn into Walla Walla River Road; follow Walla Walla River Road for approx. 5 miles. Turn right onto S Fork Walla Walla River Road. Travel approx. 8 miles and the trailhead is on the left.
Driving directions (Google Maps) →Plan Your Visit to South Fork Walla Walla River ACEC
Heading to South Fork Walla Walla River ACEC? 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 South Fork Walla Walla River ACEC?
No central reservation system listed for South Fork Walla Walla River ACEC. Check the official page (https://www.recreation.gov/recarea/15155) for the latest entry policy and availability.
How do I get to South Fork Walla Walla River ACEC?
From I-84 head towards the town of Milton-Freewater, Oregon on OR-11. At the south end of town turn right onto Main St. Turn left onto 15th Ave. 15th Ave will turn into Walla Walla River Road; follow Walla Walla River Road for approx. 5 miles. Turn right onto S Fork Walla Walla River Road. Travel approx. 8 miles and the trailhead is on the left.
How do I contact South Fork Walla Walla River ACEC?
You can reach the park at phone: 541-523-1256 or email: BLM_OR_BK_Mail@blm.gov.
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