There are five campgrounds in the Sumpter Valley, ranging from rustic in nature to one level 5 urban setting campground called Union Creek.
Union Creek is operated under a concession special use permit.
The Anthony Lakes area encompasses four other campgrounds that provide for climatic relief from the Baker Valley. Recently, four campsites within Grande Ronde Lake Campground were renovated to accommodate larger recreational vehicles and to make them more accessible. Spectacular views and hidden lakes are some of the drawing cards of the 22.5 mile Elkhorn Crest National Recreation Trail. Following the ridge-top of the Elkhorn Range for much of its length, the trail passes through an area of the North Fork John Day Wilderness. The Elkhorn Drive National Forest Scenic Byway was designated on June 5, 1989.