Overview

This small campground offers fishing, exploring, nature watching and hunting opportunities in the Middle Fork John Day River State Scenic Waterway.  The campground is busiest during late summer and hunting season. 

Facilities

Each campsite has a picnic table, fire ring, and parking for camp trailers. Accessible vault toilet is conveniently located in the campground.

Natural Features

Borders Middle Fork John Day River

Recreation

Visitors can enjoy abundant recreation, from fishing the Middle Fork John Day River to exploring the surrounding forested landscape. This area also provides convenient access to hunting terrain.

Nearby Attractions

• Davis Creek Trail

• Vinegar Hill Indian Rock Scenic Area

• Tempest Mine Trail

• Sunrise Butte Trail

• Princess Trail

• Bates State Park

• Austin House

Contact Info

Important Notices

• First come, first serve

• Malheur National Forest Fire Information

• Malheur National Forest Alerts

• 14 day stay limit

• Don't Move Firewood: Please protect Pacific Northwest forests by preventing the spread of invasive species. Firewood can carry insects and diseases that can threaten the health of our western forests. You can make a difference by obtaining and burning your firewood near your camping destination. Visit Dontmovefirewood.org for further information.

• No cell phone coverage.

• No trash service; Pack it in/Pack it out

Available Activities

• Camping - Camping
• Fishing - Fishing
• Hunting - Hunting
• Hiking - Hiking
• Water Access - Water Access

Directions

<p>From Prairie City, OR., travel east on Highway 26 approximately 13 miles to the junction of Highway 26 and Highway 7.  Turn onto Highway 7 for approximately 1/8th of a mile to the junction with County Road 20, turn onto County Road 20.  On County Road 20 travel approximately 4 miles, the campground will be on your left.  The turn for the campground is on a corner, the entrance is marked with a small green sign. </p>

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