The County Parks Department has one part-time seasonal employee. There are three parks that the county has helped develop and is responsible for maintaining.
  • Pilcher Creek Reservoir is approximately 12 miles west of the City of North Powder. The park offers 17 camping sites, restrooms and a boat ramp. Pilcher Creek has fishing, bird watching, and during the winter an elk feeding station.


  • Wolf Creek Reservoir is approximately 8 miles west of the City of North Powder. A boat ramp, boarding float, restrooms and picnic areas are available for use. Wolf Creek activities include fishing, water-skiing, and jet skiing.


  • Thief Valley Reservoir is approximately 15 miles southeast of the City of Union. There are 12 camping sites, restrooms and a boat launching ramp. The reservoir is known for its fishing and wind surfing activities.


Funding for the parks is provided by Oregon State Parks and the Oregon State Marine Board.




Mailing Address:
Physical Address:
P.O. Box 1103
10513 N. McAlister Rd.
La grande, Oregon 97850
Island City, Oregon

Union County Public Works
Richard Comstock, Director
10513 N McAlister Road, PO Box 1103, Island City, OR 97850
541-963-1016 Fax: 541-963-7822 TTY: 1-800-735-1232