Middle Fork Campground

About this spot

Overview This small campground along the Scenic Middle Fork of the John Day River set back amongst beautiful ponderosa pine trees is a great spot for fishing and viewing spawning steelhead in the fall. The campground is a good starting point for hunters, hikers and those wishing to see beautiful scenery, wildlife and wildflowers. The campground sets just off of the county road allowing for easy access to all variety of vehicles and bicycles. Recreation This campground offers excellent fishing access along the Middle Fork John Day River, along with a unique chance to view spawning steelhead during the fall months. Visitors can enjoy nearby hikes and wildlife and wildflower viewing. It also provides a great base camp for hunters. Facilities Each campsite has a picnic table, fire ring and parking for camp trailers. Accessible vault toilets are conveniently located in the middle of the campground. Natural Features Middle Fork John Day River Contact Info For facility specific information, please call (541) 575-3000. Nearby Attractions • Davis Creek Trail (https://www.fs.usda.gov/r06/malheur/recreation/trails/davis-creek-trail-244) • Vinegar Hill Indian Rock Scenic Area (https://www.fs.usda.gov/r06/malheur/recreation/vinegar-hill-indian-rock-scenic-area) • Tempest Mine Trail (https://www.fs.usda.gov/r06/malheur/recreation/trails/tempest-mine-trail-256) • Sunrise Butte Trail (https://www.fs.usda.gov/r06/malheur/recreation/trails/sunrise-butte-trail-255) • Princess Trail (https://www.fs.usda.gov/r06/malheur/recreation/princess-trailhead-west) • Bates State Park (https://stateparks.oregon.gov/index.cfm?do=park.profile&parkId=109) •