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John Day River Basin Developed Campgrounds

John Day Wild and Scenic River — riverside

Prineville, OR5 (1)
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The Central Oregon Field Office of the Bureau of Land Management oversees four separate fee campgrounds within the John Day River Basin in Central Oregon. Service Creek and Muleshoe Campgrounds are located near Service Creek, Oregon along the John Day River and State Route 207. Big Bend and Lone Pine Campgrounds are located between Kimberly and Monument along the North Fork of the John Day River and State Route 402.

Things to do nearby

John Day Wild and Scenic RiverJohn Day RiverOregon along the John Day River

Best For

Families

Site Types

Tent

Amenities

Fire Rings
Picnic Tables
Vault Toilets
Drinking Water
Boat Launch
Check-in

2:00 PM

Check-out

12:00 PM

Season

Year-round

Max/site

6 people

Known Issues

Federal campground — book early. No hookups at most sites. Seasonal operations.

Cancellation Policy

Recreation.gov: full refund if cancelled 7+ days before arrival. $10 cancellation fee applies.

Frequently asked questions

How much does John Day River Basin Developed Campgrounds cost per night?+
John Day River Basin Developed Campgrounds costs $5 per night depending on site type and season. Hookup options: No hookups.
What season is John Day River Basin Developed Campgrounds open?+
John Day River Basin Developed Campgrounds is open Year-round. Check-in is 2:00 PM, check-out is 12:00 PM.
Does John Day River Basin Developed Campgrounds have hookups?+
No hookups.
What is the maximum RV length at John Day River Basin Developed Campgrounds?+
John Day River Basin Developed Campgrounds is primarily a tent camping facility. Contact the campground about RV access.
How do I make reservations at John Day River Basin Developed Campgrounds?+
John Day River Basin Developed Campgrounds is a federal campground — reservations open 6 months in advance at Recreation.gov. Sites sell out quickly. Set a free CamperWatch cancellation alert to be notified the moment a site opens.
How far is John Day River Basin Developed Campgrounds from the nearest town?+
John Day River Basin Developed Campgrounds is located in Prineville, OR. Check the map above for distance to nearby services.
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