Catherine Summit Sno-Park
The Catherine Summit Sno-Park is a large winter trailhead located off Highway 203. Popular with snowmobilers, snowshoers and Nordic skiers, the facility has vault toilet and ski and riding area map. As a multi-use facility, the snowmobile trails are maintained in partnership with the local clubs, and the Sno-Park is plowed under an agreement with the Oregon Department of Transporation. A State Sno-Park permit is required to use this day-use facility in the winter season.
General Information
November
This designated day-use site is open for use from 6 am to 10 pm, and overnight camping is not allowed as per 36 CFR 261.16 (e).
General rules of use and restrictions apply for this developed recreation site.
Day Use:
Oregon State Sno-Park Permit required November 01 - April 30:
$4 per vehicle per day
$9 per three day (consecutive)
$25 per annual
An Oregon State Sno-Park permit is required to use this facility from November 1- April 30th.
Getting There
Latitude / Longitude
Latitude: 45.097304
Longitude: -117.670441
Directions
From La Grande, Oregon travel south on Highway 203 for 14 miles towards Union, Oregon; in Union turn left on East Beakman St. and follow the signs to continue on Highway 203 (also known as Medical Springs Highway); From Union travel on Highway 203 for 14 more miles going past Catherine Creek State Park to the top of Catherine Summit; The site is on the right side of the road.
From Baker City, Oregon travel north on Interstate 84 for 5 miles to exit 282 (State Highway 203- Medical Springs Hihgway); Turn right on Highway 203 and go 24.5 miles to to the top of Catherine Summit; The site is on the left side of the road.
Parking
Trailer and RV parking; plowed in winter months
Facility and Amenity Information
Restrooms
Restrooms are available at this site.
Water
Potable water is not available at this site.
