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Dixie Campground

Malheur National Forest — riverside, hiking

Location: John Day, OR, OR

Price: From $8 per night

Rating: 4 out of 5 (0 reviews)

Season: May through October

Dixie Campground is a short drive off of Highway US 26 near Dixie Summit. This is a great destination for berry picking, it is also a wonderful base camp for anyone wanting to hike, hunt or just explore the Malheur National Forest. There is a day use picnic area before you enter the overnight campground.

Cell coverage (FCC estimate): none signal. Actual signal may vary in remote areas.

Amenities: Fire Rings, Picnic Tables, Vault Toilets

Availability alerts: Set a free cancellation alert at camperwatch.org/campground/dixie-campground to be notified when sites open up.

Dixie Campground offers spacious, private forest sites at an excellent value ($8/night) and serves as a great base for hiking, hunting, and berry picking in the Malheur National Forest. Google reviewers consistently praise its quiet atmosphere, clean facilities, and proximity to recreational activities.

Wildlife alert: American Black Bear and Mountain Goat present in area. Also watch for Black-capped Goshawk, Western Red-tailed Hawk, Ring-necked Pheasant, and Say's Phoebe.

Insider tips for Dixie Campground: Book early — this is a federal campground with only 9 sites and high demand. Camp near the entrance if concerned about mosquitoes; lower sites reported more mosquito activity. Sites are set deep into forest for maximum privacy and shade.

Skip Dixie Campground if: You need RV hookups — no hookups available; only self-contained RVs suitable.. You require year-round access — seasonal operations May through October only.. You prefer developed amenities — vault toilets only, no showers or other facilities mentioned..

Best time to visit Dixie Campground: May-October — Campground operates seasonally May through October only.. Late summer/early fall — Google reviews note elevation provides cooler temperatures during heat waves, making it an escape from lower elevation heat..

Nearby campgrounds: Deerhorn Campground (John Day, OR), Middle Fork Campground (John Day , OR), Sunshine Guard Station (John Day, OR), Oregon Campground (Wallowa-Whitman) (Baker CIty, OR).

Cell Phone Coverage at Dixie Campground

Cell signal at Dixie Campground (John Day, OR): none overall signal based on FCC broadband data.

    Coverage data source: FCC Broadband Data Collection (BDC). Actual signal may vary due to terrain, tree cover, and distance from towers. Camper reports are more reliable than coverage maps in remote areas.

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    John Day, OR, OR★ 4 (0 reviews)From $8/nightFederal campground · book on Recreation.gov
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    Dixie Campground is a short drive off of Highway US 26 near Dixie Summit. This is a great destination for berry picking, it is also a wonderful base camp for anyone wanting to hike, hunt or just explore the Malheur National Forest. There is a day use picnic area before you enter the overnight campground.

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    LIVE · weather + fire + AQI + availability + wildlife

    Verified facts

    RIDB / Recreation.gov official database
    Check-in2:00 PM
    Check-out12:00 PM
    SeasonMay through October
    Stay limit14 days
    HookupsNo hookups. Suitable for self-contained RVs.
    PetsAllowed
    CampfiresAllowed
    Max/site6 people

    Amenities

    RIDB /facilities /campsites · owner-verified
    Essentials
    Fire Rings
    Recreation
    Picnic Tables
    Family & Pets
    Vault Toilets

    Straight talk

    CamperWatch intel · curated from camper reports

    Known issues, each with the workaround. Read before you book.

    Known issuesFederal campground — book early. No hookups at most sites. Seasonal operations.
    Skip it if:✕ You need RV hookups — no hookups available; only self-contained RVs suitable.✕ You require year-round access — seasonal operations May through October only.✕ You prefer developed amenities — vault toilets only, no showers or other facilities mentioned.

    Insider tips & when to go

    CamperWatch intel · hand-curated entry

    Book early

    this is a federal campground with only 9 sites and high demand.

    Camp near the entrance if concerned about mosquitoes; lower sites reported more mosquito activity.

    Sites are set deep into forest for maximum privacy and shade.

    Best: May-October

    Campground operates seasonally May through October only.

    Best: Late summer/early fall

    Google reviews note elevation provides cooler temperatures during heat waves, making it an escape from lower elevation heat.

    Things to do nearby

    RIDB /activities /recareas + intel

    Conditions today

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    at campground coordinates

    Cell signal

    FCC BDC · quarterly dataset
    T-Mobile
    4G · 0%
    Verizon
    4G · 0%
    AT&T
    4G · 0%

    FCC maps are theoretical — camper reports confirm signal.

    Wildlife nearby

    iNaturalist · research-grade · 8 km
    Alert: American Black Bear and Mountain Goat present in area. Also watch for Black-capped Goshawk, Western Red-tailed Hawk, Ring-necked Pheasant, and Say's Phoebe.

    Location

    Leaflet · OpenStreetMap tiles
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    Getting there →

    From the town of Prairie City, OR., travel 8 miles east on Highway 26, the campground will be on the left.

    Campground entrance

    Google Maps API

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    #community · posts, photos & Q&A · AI-moderated (Claude Vision)

    Pro tips

    • Book on recreation.gov exactly 6 months ahead at 10am ET — Malheur National Forest fills fast in peak season.
    • Check current road conditions at Malheur National Forest before arrival — seasonal closures common.

    Frequently asked questions

    RIDB facts + intel · FAQPage schema, speakable
    How much does Dixie Campground cost per night?+
    Dixie Campground costs $8 per night. Hookup options: No hookups. Suitable for self-contained RVs.
    What season is Dixie Campground open?+
    Dixie Campground is open May through October. Check-in is 2:00 PM, check-out is 12:00 PM.
    Does Dixie Campground have hookups?+
    No hookups. Suitable for self-contained RVs.
    What is the maximum RV length at Dixie Campground?+
    Dixie Campground is primarily a tent camping facility.
    How do I make reservations at Dixie Campground?+
    Dixie Campground is a federal campground — book 6 months ahead at Recreation.gov. Set a free CamperWatch cancellation alert to be notified the moment a site opens.
    What is the cell service like at Dixie Campground?+
    According to FCC coverage maps, cell signal at Dixie Campground is rated none. FCC maps show theoretical coverage — actual signal in remote or heavily forested areas may be weaker.
    What season is Dixie Campground open, and what are check-in times?+
    Dixie Campground is open May through October. Check-in is 2:00 PM, check-out is 12:00 PM.

    Official resources

    Malheur National ForestLeave No Trace OrganizationGrant County Chamber of Commerce
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    $8 /night★ 4 (0)
    SeasonMay through October
    Check-in2:00 PM
    Check-out12:00 PM
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    Nearby Campgrounds

    Deerhorn Campground

    John Day, OR

    From $8/night

    Middle Fork Campground

    John Day , OR

    From $8/night

    Sunshine Guard Station

    John Day, OR

    From $60/night

    Oregon Campground (Wallowa-Whitman)

    Baker CIty, OR

    From $10/night

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