How much do motel rooms cost? Room and suite prices vary by season and during Chief Joseph Days. Please see the individual Motel Room pages for season-specific rates and details. How much does RV camping cost? Please see the RV Camping Prices for pricing details. How much do tepee rentals cost? Please see the Tepee Camping page for pricing details. Do the prices include Lodging Tax? No. 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, suites with kitchens, RV camping or tepee camping? Payment is due at check-in. What about refunds? Refunds will not be given for early departures due to bad weather or impromptu Guest decision.

What amenities does the Mountain View Motel offer? The recently-renovated rooms and suites feature homey eclectic retro décor, sliding glass doors that open onto back decks with patio furniture and a barbeque grille. Most have stunning views of the Wallowa Mountains. Please refer to the individual Motel Room pages for amenitiy details. 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 Park offer? This seasonal kid-friendly RV Park features spacious RV sites surrounded by lush lawns, a grassy playing field for frisbee, catch and horseshoes, mountain views, free WiFi, seasonal creek and swimming hole and great star-gazing. See the RV Campground page for more specifics.

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 inside electrical receptacles for charging your phones and tablets. The tepees are surrounded by cooling, lush lawns with picnic tables, stunning mountain views, wonderful star-gazing and free WiFi. Learn more on the Tepee Camping page

When is the office open? 9:00 AM to 9:00 PM, 7 days a week, except occasionally later in the morning during “hibernation season” in the dead of Winter. What time is check-in? Check-in time is after 2:00 PM. What if we can’t arrive before 9:00 PM when the office closes? For the motel, call 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. Sometimes, a late check-out can 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.

Can I bring my pet(s)? The Mountain View Motel & RV Park is now completely pet free.

What’s there to do around Joseph, Oregon? There are lots of fun things to do all year-round in this area! Please see the Things To Do and Events & Festivals 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 American to Chinese, steak houses, drive-ins, brew pubs, pizza parlors, sandwich shops – all within about 5 minutes of the Mountain View Motel & RV Park. Can we have a campfire? Firewood campfires are only allowed in the RV Campground’s in-ground fire pits (bring your own firewood and kindling), except during burn bans when no wood fires are allowed. However, during the burn bans, 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.

Reservations are made the traditional way by speaking directly with a friendly, knowledgeable person at the front desk.

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.

Where is the Mountain View Motel & RV Park? The Mountain View Motel & RV Park is located at the foot of the Wallowa Mountains near 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 form on the Contact Us page. Is the Mountain View Motel open year-round? Yes. Spring is filled with renewed promise; Summer with adventure; Fall with glorious harvest colors, balmy days and crisp nights; and Winter with its white blanket that’s prettier than a Currier & Ives Christmas Card. Is the Mountain View RV Park open year-round? No. The Mountain View’s RV Park is seasonal, typically operating from May 15 to October 15, depending on the weather. Is tent camping allowed at the Mountain View RV Park? No. Tent camping is no longer available at the Mountain View Park. “Extra tents” are not permitted on RV-occupied RV sites. How far is the Mountain View from Joseph, Oregon? About one mile or less than 2 minutes north of Joseph. How far is the Mountain View Motel & RV Park from Wallowa Lake? About 2½ miles or 5 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 Motel & RV Park. Can I walk to Joseph from the Mountain View Motel & RV Park? Yes, however, it’s not recommended since OR Hwy 82 has narrow 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. Do you have WiFi? Yes, there’s WiFi throughout the Mountain View Motel & RV Park. How do I choose a room or suite that best suits my needs? Please see room images, 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? No, 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 cigarette butts. Smoking is also allowed while strolling around the property 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 Motel & RV Park is not an electric vehicle charging station. There are, however, public charging stations in Joseph and Enterprise. Is the Mountain View Motel biker- friendly? Yes. And we are happy to provide “bike towels” and detergent for motorcycle baths. 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 in front of the rooms and suites. And they appreciate the motel’s Hunter’s Special Deal -- pay for four nights lodging and get a 5th night FREE during the Fall hunting season. Is there room to 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 Motel & RV Park bends over backward to accommodate group get togethers and can provide motel rooms and suites with kitchens, RV camping and tepee camping. What will the local weather be like? Local weather can change quickly due to local topography. So, it’s best to check the local forecast online either before or while traveling. What if our party “grew by a few more guests” than planned? For the motel, we can accommodate add-on guests as long as the total number of guests doesn’t exceed 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 doesn’t exceed our published occupancy limits.

How do I book motel lodging, RV camping or tepee camping? Call 541-432-2982 during office hours between 9:00 AM and 9:00 PM. Can I make reservations for next year? We book reservations by calendar year beginning the 2nd week of January. Are there minimum stay requirements? Yes, we have a 2-day minimum for all weekends during prime season (typically from Memorial Day week through Labor Day Weekend) and certain other events as noted on the Motel Lodging, RV Camping and Tepee Camping pages. Does the Mountain View Motel & RV Park require credit card information or deposits to secure reservations? Credit card information is required to secure reservations. Deposits are not required. Do I have to provide my email address for reservations? No. Do you provide reservation E-mail 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 reserved stay, 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 (including lodging tax) for the reserved stay, depending on the circumstances. What about “No Shows” without reservation cancellation? Regarding 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.

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