Overview LePage Park is located at the confluence of the John Day and Columbia Rivers just five miles from Rufus, Oregon, and the John Day Dam. Popular activities include river fishing, swimming, water skiing and boating.Recreation Visitors enjoy boating, water sports and swimming in the river. Anglers fish for smallmo…
Overview LePage Park is located at the confluence of the John Day and Columbia Rivers just five miles from Rufus, Oregon, and the John Day Dam. Popular activities include river fishing, swimming, water skiing and boating.Recreation Visitors enjoy boating, water sports and swimming in the river. Anglers fish for smallmouth bass, catfish, and abundant sunfish. A boat ramp is located at the campground for convenient river access.Facilities The campground offers 22 sites with electric hookups and 20 primitive walk-to tent sites. Amenities include flush and pit toilets, showers, drinking water, a dump station and boat ramp.Natural Features The park is situated in a river basin with a high desert climate. Mature shade trees line the edges of this open grassy park on the banks of the John Day River. Wildlife is abundant in the area, such as mule deer, waterfowl, and birds of prey. Contact Info Between 04/15/2024 and 10/15/2024 this location is staffed. Please call (541) 739-2713 to speak with local staff. From 10/16/2024 to 10/31/2030 this location is unstaffed. Please call (541) 739-1135 for general information.
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Philippi Park: a boat-in only park located 3 miles up the John Day. Camping is available on a first come, first served basis. Donations can be made to support the OPAL Foundation at the park. Visitors may launch from the LePage Park Boat Ramp. — U.S. Army Corps of EngineersLePage Park Playground — U.S. Army Corps of EngineersLePage Park on the John Day River — U.S. Army Corps of EngineersLePage Park and swim beach — U.S. Army CorpsLePage Park Swim Beach, Tent Camping Area and Boat Ramp Facilities — U.S. Army Corps of Engineers
How to Get There
From Dalles, Oregon, take I-84 east for 30 miles. Take exit 114 and follow signs to the John Day River.
Download your route in advance via Gaia, Caltopo, or OSM-based apps.
Recommendations adapt to the current forecast + trail stats. Use them as a starting point — local conditions, your experience, and the time of day you start all matter.
Plan Your Visit to LEPAGE PARK
Heading to LEPAGE PARK? 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 LEPAGE PARK?
No central reservation system listed for LEPAGE PARK. Check the official page (https://www.recreation.gov/camping/campgrounds/233536) for the latest entry policy and availability.
How do I get to LEPAGE PARK?
From Dalles, Oregon, take I-84 east for 30 miles. Take exit 114 and follow signs to the John Day River.
