Welcome to our support center where you can find answers to frequently asked questions about
the Mountain View Motel & RV Park. If you can’t find answers to any of your questions, please call
Scott, the Owner, at 541-432-2982 any day of the week between 9:00 AM and 9:00 PM.
Can I bring my pet(s)?
The Mountain View Motel and RV Park are entirely pet free.
Planning a Vacation to Joseph, Oregon?
What are the Mountain View’s Payment Policies?
What are the Motel’s Amenities?
Reservation and Cancellation Policies
What are the Mountain View’s Business Hours?
What is the Mountain View’s Pet Policy?
What Can I Do in Joseph, Oregon?
What are the RV Park’s Amenities?
Mountain View Tepee Camping Amenities
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designed & maintained by: Scott Hathorn, Chuck Garrett and Estar Holmes
How do I make reservations at the Mountain View?
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Frequently Asked Questions
Mountain View Motel & RV Park
in Joseph, Oregon
Reservations are made the traditional way by speaking directly
with a friendly, knowledgeable person at the front desk.
Reservations are made the traditional way by speaking directly with
a friendly, knowledgeable person at the front desk.
What are the Mountain View’s Office Hours?
83450 Joseph Hwy, Joseph, Oregon 97846
Lat: 45.38120, Lon: -117.23067
OFFICE HOURS: 9:00 AM to 9:00 PM, 7 Days
CHECK IN: after 2:00 PM / before 9:00 PM
CHECK OUT: before 11:00 AM
Mountain View Motel & RV Park
Where is the Mountain View Motel & RV Park?
The Mountain View Motel & RV Park is located at the foot of the Wallowa Mountains just north of
Joseph on the Hells Canyon Scenic Byway (OR Hwy 82) in Eastern Oregon. Look for the motel sign on
the west side of the road between Enterprise and Joseph. See the Map & Directions page for diving
distances and directions.
How do I contact the Mountain View Motel & RV Park?
Call 541-432-2982 during office hours, 9:00 AM to 9:00 PM, or send us an email from the “E-MAIL
US” link at the bottom of each page.
Is the Mountain View Motel open year-round?
Yes. Spring is filled with renewed promise; Summer with adventure; Fall with glorious colors, balmy
days and crisp nights; and Winter with its white blanket that’s prettier than a Christmas Card.
Is the Mountain View RV Campground open year-round?
The Mountain View’s RV Park is seasonal, typically operating from May 15 through October 15,
depending on the weather.
Is tent camping allowed at the Mountain View RV Park?
The Mountain View RV Park is now tent-free.
Does the Mountain View RV Park have pull-through sites?
All of the RV sites are back-in sites with water and power.
How far is the Mountain View from Joseph, Oregon?
About one mile or 2 driving minutes north of Joseph.
How far is the Mountain View from Wallowa Lake?
About 2 miles or 5 driving minutes north of Wallowa Lake.
How far is the Mountain View from Wallowa Lake State Park?
Wallowa State Park is at the south end of Wallowa Lake, about 6 miles from the Mountain View.
Can I walk to Joseph from the Mountain View Motel?
Yes, however, it’s not safe since OR Hwy 82 has narrow, steep shoulders without any pedestrian paths.
And drivers are often distracted by the spectacular Eastern Oregon scenery.
Is there cell phone coverage in the Joseph area?
Yes. Verizon and US Cellular are good and AT&T is getting better.
Does the Mountain View have Wi-Fi?
Yes, there’s free Wi-Fi throughout the Mountain View Motel & RV Park.
How do I choose a room or suite that best suits my needs?
Please see the room photos, descriptions, amenities and prices on the individual Motel Room pages.
Or call 541-432-2982 during office hours, 9:00 AM to 9:00 PM, to chat with Scott, the Owner.
Is smoking permitted in the rooms or suites?
All rooms are smoke-free. Smoking is allowed, however, outside the rooms on either the front porches
or back decks, where receptacles are provided for discarding cigarette butts. Smoking is also allowed
while strolling around the property BUT please don’t discard cigarette butts on the grounds. Thanks.
Is smoking permitted in the RV Park?
Yes, smoking is allowed in the RV Park BUT please don’t discard cigarette butts on the grounds.
Thanks.
Can I charge my electric vehicle at the Mountain View Motel & RV Park?
No, the Mountain View is not an electric vehicle charging station. There are, however, public charging
stations in Joseph and Enterprise.
Is the Mountain View Motel hunter-friendly?
Absolutely! Hunters especially enjoy being able to spread out in the spacious motel suites with fully-
equipped kitchens, private decks and secure parking right at the front door. And they appreciate the
motel’s Hunter’s Special Deal -- pay for four nights and get a 5th night FREE during the Fall hunting
season.
Can I park an extra vehicle, boat or quad trailer near my room?
Sure, there’s plenty of extra parking space for boats and quad trailers, either within the motel
courtyard or nearby in the Mountain View RV Park.
Do you accommodate family reunions or group gatherings?
Yes indeed! The Mountain View offers group accommodations for group getaways and can provide
motel rooms and suites with kitchens, RV camping and tepee camping.
What will the local weather be like?
The weather in Wallowa County can be fickle due to local topography. So, please check the Joseph,
Oregon weather online either before or while traveling to Joseph.
What if our party grows by a few more guests than the room reservation?
For the motel, we can accommodate add-on guests as long as the total number of guests is within
our published occupancy limits per the Fire Marshall.
For the RV Park, again, we can accommodate add-on guests as long as the total number of guests is
no more than four guests per RV site.
What is there to do in the Joseph, Oregon area?
There are lots of fun things to do all year-round in this area! Please see the Events & Festivals and
Things To Do pages for some great ideas.
Are there any good restaurants in the Joseph area?
Indeed, Joseph and Enterprise are blessed with excellent casual-dining restaurants -- everything from
steak houses, drive-ins, brew pubs, pizza parlors to Chinese and Thai – all within about 5 minutes of
the Mountain View Motel & RV Park.
Can we have a campfire?
Firewood campfires are allowed in the RV Campground’s in-ground fire pits, except during burn bans
during fire season -- bring your own firewood and kindling. During burn bans, no wood fires or
charcoal grilling are allowed; however, propane fire rings are OK.
Where can I get a fishing license?
Either at the Sports Corral or Joseph Hardware in Joseph, Oregon.
Is there a local hospital?
Yes, Wallowa Memorial Hospital (541-426-3111) in Enterprise, Oregon is a full-service hospital
including Ambulance/Paramedic Service and Emergency Room.
What amenities does the Mountain View Motel offer?
The rooms and suites feature homey retro décor, free Wi-Fi, air conditioning, comfortable beds and
back decks with patio furniture and brickette BBQ grilles. Most have scenic mountain and sunset
views. Please refer to the individual Motel Room pages for specifics.
What kind of cleaning products do you use?
We use mildly citrus-scented cleaner-polish on the floors and scent-free, bleach-free detergent for
laundering bedding and towels.
What amenities does the Mountain View RV Campground offer?
This seasonal, kid-friendly RV Park features spacious RV sites surrounded by lush lawns, clean shower
house and bathrooms, grass playing field for frisbee, catch, horseshoes, scenic mountain views, free
Wi-Fi, seasonal creek and swimming hole and great star-gazing. Tents and pets are no longer allowed.
See the RV Park page for more details.
How much do motel rooms cost?
Room and suite prices vary by season. So, please refer to the individual Motel Room pages or call
Scott, the owner, at 541-432-2982 for seasonal rates.
How much does RV camping cost?
Please refer to the RV Campground and Tepee Camping pages for seasonal availability and pricing
details or call Scott, the owner, at 541-432-2982.
Do the prices include Lodging Tax?
The published website prices don’t include the current 6.5% State and County Lodging taxes.
What types of payment do you accept?
Cash, personal check, money order, Traveler’s Checks or credit cards -- preferably VISA or MasterCard.
When do we pay for the rooms, RV camping or tepee camping?
Payment is due at check-in.
What about refunds?
Refunds will not be given for early departures due to weather or impromptu Guest decisions.
What amenities do the Mountain View Tepees offer?
The seasonal tepees are decorated with Native American designs and include carpeting, heater and
lantern with flickering LED flames, comfortable foam mattresses and indoor electrical receptacles for
charging cell phones and tablets. The tepees are surrounded by cooling, lush lawns and include picnic
tables, stunning mountain views, wonderful star-gazing and free Wi-Fi. Pets, smoking, and food and
drink (except water) are not allowed in the tepees. Learn more on the Tepee Camping page.
How do I book motel lodging, RV camping or tepee camping?
Call 541-432-2982 for direct booking during office hours between 9:00 AM and 9:00 PM to book
reservations by phone.
Can I make reservations for next year?
We book reservations by calendar year typically beginning the 2nd week of January.
Are there minimum stay requirements?
Yes, we have a 2-day minimum for all weekends during prime season between Memorial Day week
through Labor Day Weekend and various events as noted on the Motel Lodging, RV Campground
and Tepee Camping pages.
Does the Mountain View require credit card information or deposits to secure
reservations?
Credit card information is required to secure reservations and to charge No Shows for loss of
business income. Deposits are not required.
Do I have to provide my email address for reservations?
Customer email information is not required unless the customer requests email confirmation of
reservations.
Do you provide reservation email confirmations?
Yes, if requested.
Is there a fee for modifying a reservation?
Reservation modifications are free if done at least 48 hours before the reservation check-in date.
Modifications within less than 48 hours of the reservation check-in date may be subject to the cost of
the unused portion of the original reservation, depending on the circumstances.
Is there a Cancellation Policy or Fee?
Cancellations are free if done at least 48 hours before the reservation check-in date. For cancellations
within less than 48 hours of the reservation check-in date, the Customer’s credit card may be charged
for part or all of the loss-of-business-income for the reserved stay, depending on the circumstances.
What about No Shows without reservation cancellation?
For No Shows of a one (1) night reservation, the Customer’s credit card will be charged for one
night’s loss-of-business income -- including lodging tax. For No Shows of a multi-night reservation,
the Customer’s credit card will be charged at least two night’s loss-of-business income -- including
lodging tax, depending on the length of the reservation.
When is the office open?
9:00 AM to 9:00 PM, 7 days a week, except occasionally later in the morning during the dead of
Winter.
What time is check-in?
Check-in time is after 2:00 PM / before 9:00 PM.
What happens if we can’t arrive until after 9:00 PM when the office is closed?
For the motel, call 541-432-2982 an hour or so before 9:00 PM to arrange for late check-in.
For the RV Park, we don’t check in or allow RV parking after close of business at 9:00 PM or after
dark.
What time is check-out?
Official check-out time is before 11:00 AM. Late check-out can often be arranged, depending on the
ebb and flow of motel or RV Park traffic.
Where do I leave the key when I check out of the motel?
Just leave the key on the table and lock the door on the way out.
Planning a Vacation to
Joseph, Oregon?
What Can I Do in Joseph, Oregon?
What are the Motel’s Amenities?
MENU
Welcome to our support center where
you can find answers to frequently
asked questions about the Mountain
View Motel & RV Park. If you can’t
find answers to any of your questions,
please call Scott, the Owner, at
541-432-2982 any day of the week
between 9:00 AM and 9:00 PM.
What are the RV Park’s Amenities?
What are the Tepee Camping Amenities?
What is the Mountain View’s Pet Policy?
Can I bring my pet(s)?
The Mountain View Motel and RV
Park are entirely pet free.
What are the Mountain View’s
Payment Policies?
Reservation and Cancellation Policies
What are the Mountain View’s
Business Hours?
How do I make reservations at
the Mountain View?
Copyright 2024. All rights reserved. Web Site
designed & maintained by: Scott Hathorn,
Chuck Garrett and Estar Holmes
MENU
TOP OF PAGE
What are the Mountain View’s
Office Hours?
Reservations are made the traditional
way by speaking directly with a
friendly, knowledgeable person at the
front desk.
OFFICE HOURS:
9:00 AM to 9:00 PM, 7 Days
CHECK IN: after 2:00 PM/before 9:00 PM
CHECK OUT: before 11:00 AM
Mountain View Motel & RV Park
83450 Joseph Hwy, Joseph, Oregon 97846
Lat: 45.38120, Lon: -117.23067
Frequently Asked Questions
Mountain View Motel &
RV Park
in Joseph, Oregon
Where is the Mountain View Motel
& RV Park?
The Mountain View Motel & RV Park is
located at the foot of the Wallowa
Mountains just north of Joseph on the
Hells Canyon Scenic Byway (OR Hwy
82) in Eastern Oregon. Look for the
motel sign on the west side of the road
between Enterprise and Joseph. See
the Map & Directions page for diving
distances and directions.
How do I contact the Mountain
View Motel & RV Park?
Call 541-432-2982 during office
hours, 9:00 AM to 9:00 PM, or send us
an email from the “E-MAIL US” link at
the bottom of each page.
Is the Mountain View Motel open
year-round?
Yes. Spring is filled with renewed
promise; Summer with adventure; Fall
with glorious colors, balmy days and
crisp nights; and Winter with its white
blanket that’s prettier than a Christmas
Card.
Is the Mountain View RV
Campground open year-round?
The Mountain View’s RV Park is
seasonal, typically operating from May
15 through October 15, depending on
the weather.
Is tent camping allowed at the
Mountain View RV Park?
The Mountain View RV Park is now
tent-free.
Does the Mountain View RV Park
have pull-through sites?
All of the RV sites are back-in sites with
water and power.
How far is the Mountain View from
Joseph, Oregon?
About one mile or 2 driving minutes
north of Joseph.
How far is the Mountain View from
Wallowa Lake?
About 2 miles or 5 driving minutes
north of Wallowa Lake.
How far is the Mountain View from
Wallowa Lake State Park?
Wallowa State Park is at the south end
of Wallowa Lake, about 6 miles from
the Mountain View.
Can I walk to Joseph from the
Mountain View Motel?
Yes, however, it’s not safe since OR
Hwy 82 has narrow, steep shoulders
without any pedestrian paths. And
drivers are often distracted by the
spectacular Eastern Oregon scenery.
Is there cell phone coverage in the
Joseph area?
Yes. Verizon and US Cellular are good
and AT&T is getting better.
Does the Mountain View have Wi-
Fi?
Yes, there’s free Wi-Fi throughout the
Mountain View Motel & RV Park.
How do I choose a room or suite
that best suits my needs?
Please see the room photos,
descriptions, amenities and prices on
the individual Motel Room pages. Or
call 541-432-2982 during office
hours, 9:00 AM to 9:00 PM, to chat with
Scott, the Owner.
Is smoking permitted in the rooms
or suites?
All rooms are smoke-free. Smoking is
allowed, however, outside the rooms on
either the front porches or back decks,
where receptacles are provided for
discarding cigarette butts. Smoking is
also allowed while strolling around the
property BUT please don’t discard
cigarette butts on the grounds. Thanks.
Is smoking permitted in the RV
Park?
Yes, smoking is allowed in the RV Park
BUT please don’t discard cigarette butts
on the grounds. Thanks.
Can I charge my electric vehicle at
the Mountain View Motel & RV
Park?
No, the Mountain View is not an electric
vehicle charging station. There are,
however, public charging stations in
Joseph and Enterprise.
Is the Mountain View Motel
hunter-friendly?
Absolutely! Hunters especially enjoy
being able to spread out in the spacious
motel suites with fully-equipped
kitchens, private decks and secure
parking right at the front door.
Hunter’s Special Deal -- pay for four
nights and get a 5th night FREE during
the Fall hunting season.
Can I park an extra vehicle, boat
or quad trailer near my room?
Sure, there’s plenty of extra parking
space for boats and quad trailers, either
within the motel courtyard or nearby in
the Mountain View RV Park.
Do you accommodate family
reunions or group gatherings?
Yes indeed! The Mountain View offers
group accommodations for:
Group getaways
Motel rooms
Suites with kitchens
RV camping
Tepee camping
What will the local weather be
like?
The weather in Wallowa County can be
fickle due to local topography. So,
please check the Joseph, Oregon
weather online either before or while
traveling to Joseph.
What if our party grows by a few
more guests than the room
reservation?
For the motel, we can accommodate
add-on guests as long as the total
number of guests is within our
published occupancy limits per the Fire
Marshall.
For the RV Park, again, we can
accommodate add-on guests as long as
the total number of guests is no more
than four guests per RV site.
What is there to do in the Joseph,
Oregon area?
There are lots of fun things to do all
year-round in this area! Please see the
Events & Festivals, Things To Do
pages for some great ideas.
Are there any good restaurants in
the Joseph area?
Indeed, Joseph and Enterprise are
blessed with excellent casual-dining
restaurants -- everything from steak
houses, drive-ins, brew pubs, pizza
parlors to Chinese and Thai – all within
about 5 minutes of the Mountain View
Motel & RV Park.
Can we have a campfire?
Firewood campfires are allowed in the
RV Campground’s in-ground fire pits,
except during burn bans during fire
season -- bring your own firewood and
kindling. During burn bans, no wood
fires or charcoal grilling are allowed;
however, propane fire rings are OK.
Where can I get a fishing license?
Either at the Sports Corral or Joseph
Hardware in Joseph, Oregon.
Is there a local hospital?
Yes, Wallowa Memorial Hospital (541-
426-3111) in Enterprise, Oregon is a
full-service hospital including
Ambulance/Paramedic Service and
Emergency Room.
What amenities does the Mountain
View Motel offer?
The rooms and suites feature homey
retro décor, free Wi-Fi, air conditioning,
comfortable beds and back decks with
patio furniture and brickette BBQ
grilles. Most have scenic mountain and
sunset views. Please refer to the
individual Motel Room pages for
specifics.
What kind of cleaning products do
you use?
We use mildly citrus-scented cleaner-
polish on the floors and scent-free,
bleach-free detergent for laundering
bedding and towels.
What amenities does the Mountain
View RV Campground offer?
This seasonal, kid-friendly RV Park
features spacious RV sites surrounded
by lush lawns, clean shower house and
bathrooms, grass playing field for
frisbee, catch, horseshoes, scenic
mountain views, free Wi-Fi, seasonal
creek and swimming hole and great
star-gazing. Tents and pets are no
longer allowed. See the RV Park page
for more details.
What amenities do the Mountain
View Tepees offer?
The seasonal tepees are decorated with
Native American designs and include
carpeting, heater and lantern with
flickering LED flames, comfortable foam
mattresses and indoor electrical
receptacles for charging cell phones
and tablets. The tepees are surrounded
by cooling, lush lawns and include
picnic tables, stunning mountain views,
wonderful star-gazing and free Wi-Fi.
Pets, smoking, and food and drink
(except water) are not allowed in the
tepees.
More on the Tepee Camping page.
How much do motel rooms cost?
Room and suite prices vary by season.
So, please refer to the individual
Motel Room pages for seasonal rates
or call Scott, the owner, at 541-432-
2982.
How much does RV camping cost?
Please refer to the RV Campground
and Tepee Camping pages for
seasonal availability and pricing details
or call Scott, the owner, at 541-432-
2982.
Do the prices include Lodging
Tax?
The published website prices don’t
include the current 6.5% State and
County Lodging taxes.
What types of payment do you
accept?
Cash, personal check, money order,
Traveler’s Checks or credit cards --
preferably VISA or MasterCard.
When do we pay for the rooms, RV
camping or tepee camping?
Payment is due at check-in.
What about refunds?
Refunds will not be given for early
departures due to weather or
impromptu Guest decisions.
How do I book motel lodging, RV
camping or tepee camping?
Call 541-432-2982 for direct booking
during office hours between 9:00 AM
and 9:00 PM to book reservations by
phone.
Can I make reservations for next
year?
We book reservations by calendar year
typically beginning the 2nd week of
January.
Are there minimum stay
requirements?
Yes, we have a 2-day minimum for all
weekends during prime season
between Memorial Day week through
Labor Day Weekend and various events
as noted on the following pages.
Motel Lodging
RV Campground
Tepee Camping
Does the Mountain View require
credit card information or deposits
to secure reservations?
Credit card information is required to
secure reservations and to charge No
Shows for loss of business income.
Deposits are not required.
Do I have to provide my email
address for reservations?
Customer email information is not
required unless the customer requests
email confirmation of reservations.
Do you provide reservation email
confirmations?
Yes, if requested.
Is there a fee for modifying a
reservation?
Reservation modifications are free if
done at least 48 hours before the
reservation check-in date. Modifications
within less than 48 hours of the
reservation check-in date may be
subject to the cost of the unused
portion of the original reservation,
depending on the circumstances.
Is there a Cancellation Policy or
Fee?
Cancellations are free if done at least
48 hours before the reservation check-
in date. For cancellations within less
than 48 hours of the reservation check-
in date, the Customer’s credit card may
be charged for part or all of the loss-of-
business-income for the reserved stay,
depending on the circumstances.
What about No Shows without
reservation cancellation?
For No Shows of a one (1) night
reservation, the Customer’s credit card
will be charged for one night’s loss-of-
business income -- including lodging
tax. For No Shows of a multi-night
reservation, the Customer’s credit card
will be charged at least two night’s loss-
of-business income -- including lodging
tax, depending on the length of the
reservation.
Reservations are made the
traditional way by speaking
directly with a friendly,
knowledgeable person at the
front desk.
When is the office open?
9:00 AM to 9:00 PM, 7 days a week,
except occasionally later in the morning
during the dead of Winter.
What time is check-in?
Check-in time is after 2:00 PM / before
9:00 PM.
What happens if we can’t arrive
until after 9:00 PM when the office
is closed?
For the motel, call 541-432-2982 an
hour or so before 9:00 PM to arrange
for late check-in.
For the RV Park, we don’t check in or
allow RV parking after close of business
at 9:00 PM or after dark.
What time is check-out?
Official check-out time is before 11:00
AM. Late check-out can often be
arranged, depending on the ebb and
flow of motel or RV Park traffic.
Where do I leave the key when I
check out of the motel?
Just leave the key on the table and lock
the door on the way out.
