Camping in Athena, OR, US: 12 Best Campgrounds 2025

United States
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Oregon
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Athena

93% (768 reviews)

Popular camping styles for Athena

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Peebler Camp

1 site · RV, Tent3 acres · Echo, OR

This campsite is a pull thru road that has a sun and wind block overlooking local farm fields. Camp is two miles from freeway exit yet miles from any home other than the working homestead that was started in 1890 with huge barn built in 1906 next door. This is a great place to rest for the night or a week. - simple, safe, and private out of the way. Use the west entrance so you can easily enter, then leave on gravel drive. This is a dry camp with no water access or restrooms. This site is 12 miles west from the world-famous Pendleton Round-Up. 8 miles east of Echo Ridge Winery, Sno Road Winery, Echo historical museum, and Echo Golf Course. Simple dining can be found in Echo at H and P cafe and in nearby Stanfield at Broken Barrel Restaurant/Bar with great burgers.

Almosta Farm

3 sites · Lodging, RVs, Tents15 acres · Cove, OR

We are a woman owned family farm in peaceful Cove, Oregon. Enjoy the goats and pet pig as well as the beautiful sunsets and expansive night sky.

Last Chance Glass and Getaway

6 sites · RVs, Tents11 acres · Walla Walla, WA

Learn more about this land: Last Chance Glass Studio and Getaway is a small eleven acre farm exceptionally situated in the gorgeous Walla Walla Valley. There are level access and pull through camp sites along the Burlingame Canal and the South fork of the Little Walla Walla river (a creek). Enjoy nature here on the Old Oregon trail in the form of beaver ponds, coyote song, deer trails, bird watching and star gazing - just a half mile from the historic Whitman Mission. Park on the partial pavement (Mountain and Garden Sites) or drive gently on the grass to one of the five well separated sites. Each site has its own picnic table and fire pit. There is self service firewood for sale. Orchard Site and Park Site are shady and cool on the north side of the drive. Park is nestled in the trees next to the barn. Orchard site has mature trees and sunshine. Mountain Site and Garden site are along the Burlingame Canal (a historic engineering marvel worth googling) with an unobstructed view of farmland and the Blue Mountains. These two sites are generally in the shade around dinner time. Note: The canal is empty August and Sept) Creekside Site is the newest site for 2024!!! Full hook up! Private and beautiful! Quiet dogs permitted on leash only. See me about Chuck It privileges. ( If you don't know what this is, it's not you.) Professionally maintained Sani-can. Beautiful potable well water. In general it is my policy to not review people who are relaxed and camping. I do appreciate your private suggestions and continued good public reviews! We strive hard to be a TRULY hospitable and peaceful getaway! I feel grateful every day to be living in such a pretty place. Walla Walla, Washington... who knew?! It is a joy to share it. Hipcamp has been a wonderful adventure. Thank you so much! Owners request that you don't throw anything for the friendly working border collies, if you see one. The farm is 7 miles from downtown Walla Walla. 4 miles to Walmart super center. Quiet hours (no generators) from 10pm.

Brown Barrel TC

2 sites · RVs3 acres · Kennewick, WA

Brown Barrel TC is a country like setting within city limits. It is located less than 10 minutes from Highway 395. A peaceful setting near a seasonal creek gives you the opportunity to experience urban accessibility and a tranquil, rural ambiance. This property gives you the getaway you are looking for in a safe environment in city limits. It is close to all the amenities in the city including restaurants, wineries, parks, and the Columbia River! Water flows down the creek from mid April to mid October.

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Camelot & Friends

3 sites · RVs, Tents21 acres · Prescott, WA

Camping with Rizzy the Camel and friends allows guests to experience a unique stay on a private hobby ranch. Wake up and interact with Rizzy the Camel (yes a real dromedary camel), horses, miniature donkeys, Nigerian dwarf goats, Kune Kune pigs, emu’s, peacocks, llama, a variety of birds and a couple of long horn cows. Offering a very peaceful property to reconnect with nature or just relax and catch the sunrise of sunsets. Located 17 miles from downtown Walla Walla, we are a central location to enjoy other activities in our area. Explore the “wine scene” of the award winning wine producers of this region, and enjoy the nationally recognized and diversified culinary tastes that are available. From theaters and museums to biking, hiking, golf, concerts and spa time, Walla Walla offers a little bit of everything wonderful. The Blue Mountains are just east of us, making it a prime destination for winter sports such as snowboarding, skiing, snowshoeing, snowmobiling and more. We’re only 40 miles for an exciting day of skiing at Bluewood Ski Resort, or a beautiful drive through the mountains any time of the year. Palouse Falls State Park is a great 34 mile drive past the Snake River. The Palouse River runs through a seemingly invisible gorge to reveal the 178 foot Palouse Falls. From there, the water current moves swiftly through a winding gorge of columnar basalt, to its southern end at the Snake River. We’re also about 26 miles from the Snake River, and 36 miles to Columbia River if the water is where you would enjoy your day. If getting away from the fast pace of life and being surrounded by God’s beautiful views in the country but still close enough to desired amenities then Camping with Rizzy the Camel and friends is your place. Full Hook-ups with 30 and 50 amp service. Only 2 sites available.

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Almosta Farm

3 sites · Lodging, RVs, Tents15 acres · Cove, OR

We are a woman owned family farm in peaceful Cove, Oregon. Enjoy the goats and pet pig as well as the beautiful sunsets and expansive night sky.

Peebler Camp

1 site · RV, Tent3 acres · Echo, OR

This campsite is a pull thru road that has a sun and wind block overlooking local farm fields. Camp is two miles from freeway exit yet miles from any home other than the working homestead that was started in 1890 with huge barn built in 1906 next door. This is a great place to rest for the night or a week. - simple, safe, and private out of the way. Use the west entrance so you can easily enter, then leave on gravel drive. This is a dry camp with no water access or restrooms. This site is 12 miles west from the world-famous Pendleton Round-Up. 8 miles east of Echo Ridge Winery, Sno Road Winery, Echo historical museum, and Echo Golf Course. Simple dining can be found in Echo at H and P cafe and in nearby Stanfield at Broken Barrel Restaurant/Bar with great burgers.

Last Chance Glass and Getaway

6 sites · RVs, Tents11 acres · Walla Walla, WA

Learn more about this land: Last Chance Glass Studio and Getaway is a small eleven acre farm exceptionally situated in the gorgeous Walla Walla Valley. There are level access and pull through camp sites along the Burlingame Canal and the South fork of the Little Walla Walla river (a creek). Enjoy nature here on the Old Oregon trail in the form of beaver ponds, coyote song, deer trails, bird watching and star gazing - just a half mile from the historic Whitman Mission. Park on the partial pavement (Mountain and Garden Sites) or drive gently on the grass to one of the five well separated sites. Each site has its own picnic table and fire pit. There is self service firewood for sale. Orchard Site and Park Site are shady and cool on the north side of the drive. Park is nestled in the trees next to the barn. Orchard site has mature trees and sunshine. Mountain Site and Garden site are along the Burlingame Canal (a historic engineering marvel worth googling) with an unobstructed view of farmland and the Blue Mountains. These two sites are generally in the shade around dinner time. Note: The canal is empty August and Sept) Creekside Site is the newest site for 2024!!! Full hook up! Private and beautiful! Quiet dogs permitted on leash only. See me about Chuck It privileges. ( If you don't know what this is, it's not you.) Professionally maintained Sani-can. Beautiful potable well water. In general it is my policy to not review people who are relaxed and camping. I do appreciate your private suggestions and continued good public reviews! We strive hard to be a TRULY hospitable and peaceful getaway! I feel grateful every day to be living in such a pretty place. Walla Walla, Washington... who knew?! It is a joy to share it. Hipcamp has been a wonderful adventure. Thank you so much! Owners request that you don't throw anything for the friendly working border collies, if you see one. The farm is 7 miles from downtown Walla Walla. 4 miles to Walmart super center. Quiet hours (no generators) from 10pm.

Camelot & Friends

3 sites · RVs, Tents21 acres · Prescott, WA

Camping with Rizzy the Camel and friends allows guests to experience a unique stay on a private hobby ranch. Wake up and interact with Rizzy the Camel (yes a real dromedary camel), horses, miniature donkeys, Nigerian dwarf goats, Kune Kune pigs, emu’s, peacocks, llama, a variety of birds and a couple of long horn cows. Offering a very peaceful property to reconnect with nature or just relax and catch the sunrise of sunsets. Located 17 miles from downtown Walla Walla, we are a central location to enjoy other activities in our area. Explore the “wine scene” of the award winning wine producers of this region, and enjoy the nationally recognized and diversified culinary tastes that are available. From theaters and museums to biking, hiking, golf, concerts and spa time, Walla Walla offers a little bit of everything wonderful. The Blue Mountains are just east of us, making it a prime destination for winter sports such as snowboarding, skiing, snowshoeing, snowmobiling and more. We’re only 40 miles for an exciting day of skiing at Bluewood Ski Resort, or a beautiful drive through the mountains any time of the year. Palouse Falls State Park is a great 34 mile drive past the Snake River. The Palouse River runs through a seemingly invisible gorge to reveal the 178 foot Palouse Falls. From there, the water current moves swiftly through a winding gorge of columnar basalt, to its southern end at the Snake River. We’re also about 26 miles from the Snake River, and 36 miles to Columbia River if the water is where you would enjoy your day. If getting away from the fast pace of life and being surrounded by God’s beautiful views in the country but still close enough to desired amenities then Camping with Rizzy the Camel and friends is your place. Full Hook-ups with 30 and 50 amp service. Only 2 sites available.

Brown Barrel TC

2 sites · RVs3 acres · Kennewick, WA

Brown Barrel TC is a country like setting within city limits. It is located less than 10 minutes from Highway 395. A peaceful setting near a seasonal creek gives you the opportunity to experience urban accessibility and a tranquil, rural ambiance. This property gives you the getaway you are looking for in a safe environment in city limits. It is close to all the amenities in the city including restaurants, wineries, parks, and the Columbia River! Water flows down the creek from mid April to mid October.

Relaxing, Peaceful Lavender Farm

2 sites · RVs, Tents15 acres · Milton Freewater, OR

For years the property was a fruit orchard located close in to town. Over the years crops have evolved. Now we grow alfalfa hay and —lavender! Beautiful lavender fields in the heart of the Walla Walla Valley wine country. Learn more about this land: Crockett Road Lavender Farm is located close in to Walla Walla wine country on paved roads. We are just off the main highway between Milton-Freewater and Walla Walla Easy to access for all size RVs on all paved roads. All campers are welcome to pick a spot on our spacious lush lawns surrounded by fragrant lavender fields. Pets are welcome and feel free to wander our alfalfa hay fields and long rows of colorful lavender. We are close to all the area attractions, wineries, golf courses, restaurants and historic sites Crockett Road Lavender Farm an active lavender producing operation and a country themed lavender boutique is on site if you wish to shop! One note--We do not have full RV hookups. Both Hipcamp sites on the farm do have water hooks. And, in a pinch, we can get power to you if absolutely needed. But there are no sewer hookups and no official electricity hookups.

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Mill Creek Farm/Park

1 site · RV, Tent40 acres · Walla Walla, WA

Seclusion awaits you on this 40-acre property nestled in a park-like setting on an active farm with sheep and cows. As you explore, you'll often spot turkeys and deer freely roaming the land. Choose your camping spot tucked away in a treed meadow, where the soothing sound of Mill Creek flows directly behind you, offering over a half-mile of river access for fishing or recreation. Just off old HWY 12, affectionately dubbed the wine highway, numerous wineries dot the landscape, with town just minutes away. This property offers the best of both worlds: the tranquility of camping in the trees and the convenience of nearby amenities.

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Kaizen Roots Farm

6 sites · Lodging18 acres · Walla Walla, WA

Ground yourself and enjoy nature's beauty at this unforgettable escape. Nestled in the center of a regenerative farm, these camping retreats offer an unforgettable experience. Watch the animals graze, enjoy the sounds of nature, bask in the sun, and sip on some wine by the fire. Guests will be able to observe the surrounding farm activities.

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The High Road Cabins N camping

3 sites · RVs, Tents1 acre · La Grande, OR

Private land in the forest with a Log cabin(s) (built about a century ago). No general public access. Get to know each other again, or take a "soul reset" vacation to find yourself again or walk to the pond and catch dinner. Everyone who comes here, takes a deep breath and says how beautiful it is and how lucky we are. We agree and we would like you to come enjoy it as well. Take your trash with you. The trash bins are for the cabins only. Campers please follow "leave no trace" and take it all with you.

Echo River Farms

4 sites · RVs, Tents15 acres · Echo, OR

Welcome to your tranquil retreat on our 15-acre farmstead, a serene oasis situated next to the scenic Umatilla River. Echo, a charming town steeped in Oregon Trail history, is perfect for those seeking a blend of historical exploration and natural beauty. Our farmstead provides an idyllic escape with its downtown proximity yet secluded ambiance, making it an ideal spot to unwind and rejuvenate. Local Attractions: -Echo Historical Museum: Dive into local history with exhibits on the Oregon -Trail. -Fort Henrietta Park: A National Register of Historic Places site featuring the Covered Wagon Museum and Antique Fire Equipment Museum. - Sno Road Winery and Echo Ridge Cellars: Enjoy local wines at these nearby wineries, both within walking distance. -Echo Hills Golf Course: Perfect your swing at this nearby golf course. - 25 minutes to the historic Pendleton Round-Up grounds and Hall of Fame Museum -Echo Corn Maze: Visit our 8-acre corn maze, located on an adjacent property, open in the Fall with a maze, sunflowers, activities, concessions, and more. On-Site Experience: -Wooded Area ; River Access: Explore private trails that lead to the Umatilla River, ideal for serene nature walks and relaxation. -Working Farm: Meet our friendly farm animals including chickens, goats, cows, and pigs. -Facilities: ADA community porta potty for your comfort. -Water Access: Easily accessible water facilities available on-site. -Pet Policy: Pets are welcome but must be kept on a leash to ensure the safety of our farm animals. -Please note there is train that runs through the town of Echo and can be heard from the property. Consider bringing ear plus. Additional Information: Our family farms blueberries and wine grapes, and we take pride in our farm’s rich history and seasonal attractions. Come experience the best of both worlds with our unique blend of farm life and local charm!

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Horse Feathers Pony Ranch

5 sites · Lodging, Tents5 acres · Pendleton, OR

Learn more about this land: Pitch your tent in the extra horse pasture on this beautiful small horse ranch in Pendleton, Oregon. Kids and well behaved dogs that are UTD on vaccines are welcome. Please plan to keep your dog on a leash at the ranch as we have vulnerable critters wandering around and pick up after them. We have a couple of outdoor kennels available if you want to leave them while you go exploring in town. Campsites have access to a portable toilet, spigot and hose and cowboy shower (seasonal). Kids (and adults) can help feed the horses and chickens and meet Minerva the Minnie Pig! Pony lessons, lessons in making stone tools and tule ducks are available for an extra fee with prior arrangements. Relax and watch the wildlife. Animals you may see, hear, and smell during your visit include: raptors hunting over the grasslands; numerous swallows and songbirds; deer and elk; porcupines and skunks; and coyotes and owls nighttime serenade. Fishing, swimming and paddling in the McKay reservoir less than a mile away. Visit downtown Pendleton, home to the Round Up! The longest continuously running rodeo in the US! We have lots to do with a bustling downtown, visit the Round Up Hall of Fame, Pendleton Underground tours, the Children’s Museum, the Pendleton Art Center and lots of great restaurants. We have 2 tent sites that are accessible by foot you will have to pack your gear to the sites.If you want to car camp or have a van you will need to camp in our driveway space. Unfortunately we cannot accommodate tow campers the driveway is too tight. Please plan your initial check in before 9 pm as both Tom and I have to be up very early for work in the mornings. Travelers with horses are welcome. We have extra pens available with prior arrangements and for an extra fee. We have a special area for horses and horse trailers.

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Country Campsite close to Wineries

8 sites · RVs, Tents1 acre · Walla Walla, WA

Park your RV or setup a tent next to the Walla Walla River. Our property is within walking and biking distance to wineries, Wine Valley Golf Course and Whitman Mission. Campsites are situated adjacent to horse pasture which houses Hawk, Jackson and Moose. They’re friendly, quiet neighbors! Our property is located 10-15 mins from downtown Walla Walla and has a beautiful view of the Blue Mountains. Please note: the campsite area is an open, grassy field. The sites aren't designated but offered up on a first come first serve basis. Potable well water is available. No hook ups.

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Camping near Athena guide

Overview

North of the Umatilla Reservation in Oregon and directly west of the Umatilla National Forest, Athena is an ideal base for visiting Eastern Oregon's expansive High Desert region. It’s a great area for camping, owing to generally dry weather (by Pacific Northwest standards), particularly in the spring through fall. While there are a few campgrounds in the nearby national forest, Athena campers can find plenty of private Hipcamps, too. Options include tent and RV sites on horse farms, campsites with power, and parcels of land that accommodate just one party at a time for privacy. Athena also sits northeast of the popular tourist town of Pendleton, home of popular area attractions such as the Tamástslikt Cultural Institute, an interpretative center that celebrates area Tribal history and traditions. To the north sit the twin cities of Milton-Freewater, Oregon, and Walla Walla, Washington, both celebrated for their wine.