Catherine Creek State Park

City / town · Oregon

La Grande

Catherine Creek State Park

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Nearest airportPDT · 44 mi
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Overview

La Grande is a city in Eastern Oregon. La Grande's slogan is "The Hub of Northeast Oregon".

4 sights · 2 things to do · 2 places to eat · 1 bars & cafés · 3 places to stay

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Best things about La Grande

Catherine Creek State Park

Catherine Creek State Park

Hilgard Junction State Park

Hilgard Junction State Park

Red Bridge State Wayside

Red Bridge State Wayside

Minam State Recreation Area

Minam State Recreation Area

Elgin Opera House

Oregon Trail Interpretive Park at Blue Mountain Crossing

Plan your trip

Getting there

  • From you: to see whether to drive or fly, and how long it takes.
  • PDT Eastern Oregon Regional Airport at Pendleton, Pendleton — 44 mi away. Directions
  • ALW Walla Walla Regional Airport, Walla Walla — 54 mi away. Directions
  • BOI Boise Air Terminal/Gowen Field, Boise — 153 mi away (major hub). Directions
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Budget & where to stay

No prices are listed for this place yet. See the Sleep guide ↓ for options.

Sample 2-day itinerary

Day 1

  • Morning Catherine Creek State Park, Elgin Opera House
  • Lunch La Fiesta Mexican Restaurant & Lounge
  • Afternoon Minam State Recreation Area, Oregon Trail Interpretive Park at Blue Mountain Crossing
  • Dinner Thai Fresh Gardens
  • Evening Side A Brewing

Day 2

  • Morning Hilgard Junction State Park
  • Afternoon Red Bridge State Wayside

Stops are grouped by area so each day needs little backtracking. Check opening hours before you go.

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    See

    Catherine Creek State Park

    See Catherine Creek State Park

    💲 Campingː Primitive site $10, Extra vehicle $7☎ +1 541-983-2277⚠ Last checked Feb 2018 — confirm before you go
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    Hilgard Junction State Park

    See Hilgard Junction State Park

    ⚠ Last checked Mar 2018 — confirm before you go
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    Red Bridge State Wayside

    See Red Bridge State Wayside

    ⚠ Last checked Mar 2018 — confirm before you go
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    Minam State Recreation Area

    See Minam State Recreation Area

    ⚠ Last checked Jul 2018 — confirm before you go
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    Do

    Do Oregon Trail Interpretive Park at Blue Mountain Crossing

    🕒 Memorial Day- Labor Day weekendː Tue-Sun 9AM-7PM💲 $5/ vehicle/day or Recreation Pass⚠ Last checked May 2018 — confirm before you go
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    Do Elgin Opera House

    📍 100 N 8th St, Elgin☎ +1 541-663-6324⚠ Last checked May 2021 — confirm before you go
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    Eat

    Drink

    Sleep

    Stay The Lodge at Hot Lake Springs

    Bed and breakfast on the site of the historic 1864 Hot Lake Resort.

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    Stay The Landing Hotel and Dining

    📍 1501 Adams AveCheck-in 4PM · out 11AM☎ +1 541-663-1501⚠ Last checked May 2021 — confirm before you go
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