Ochoco Divide Group Site

Ochoco NF - FS — hiking

Location: Prineville, OR, OR

Price: From $50 per night

Rating: 4.6 out of 5 (5 reviews)

Season: May through October

The Ochoco Divide Group Site is a convenient place to camp while traveling across scenic State Highway 26 by bicycle or car. Resting at the top of the Ochoco Divide at an elevation of 4,700 ft., the group site is set on a hill away from the road as an extension of the general campground. Summertime in the Ochoco National Forest brings pleasant temperatures; the campground is closed during winter.The group site is part of the main Ochoco Divide Campground.

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

Amenities: Fire Rings, Picnic Tables, Drinking Water

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

Ochoco Divide Group Site offers a scenic high-elevation camping experience at 4,700 ft. along State Highway 26, popular with touring cyclists and travelers. Campers praise the well-maintained facilities and friendly host who keeps bathrooms immaculate.

Wildlife alert: Mountain lions and American black bears present in area; also western gray squirrels, mule deer, and various woodpecker species

Insider tips for Ochoco Divide Group Site: Book early—this is a federal campground with high demand Avoid large tents on weekends; some sites are small Located 28 miles east of Prineville on State Highway 26 at the top of the divide

Skip Ochoco Divide Group Site if: You need RV hookups—no hookups available at this site. You're visiting November through April—seasonal closure.

Best time to visit Ochoco Divide Group Site: July-September — Campground operates May through October with pleasant summertime temperatures in the Ochoco National Forest; closed during winter.

Nearby campgrounds: Walton Lake (PRINEVILLE, OR), Ochoco Ranger Rental (Prineville, OR), Cold Springs Cabin - Ochoco Nf (Or) (PRINEVILLE, OR), John Day River Basin Developed Campgrounds (Prineville, OR).

Cell Phone Coverage at Ochoco Divide Group Site

Cell signal at Ochoco Divide Group Site (Prineville, 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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Prineville, OR, OR★ 4.6 (5 reviews)From $50/nightFederal campground · book on Recreation.gov
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The Ochoco Divide Group Site is a convenient place to camp while traveling across scenic State Highway 26 by bicycle or car. Resting at the top of the Ochoco Divide at an elevation of 4,700 ft., the group site is set on a hill away from the road as an extension of the general campground. Summertime in the Ochoco National Forest brings pleasant temperatures; the campground is closed during winter.The group site is part of the main Ochoco Divide Campground.

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Verified facts

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

Amenities

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Essentials
Fire Rings
Recreation
Picnic Tables
Family & Pets
Drinking Water

Straight talk

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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 at this site✕ You're visiting November through April—seasonal closure

Insider tips & when to go

CamperWatch intel · hand-curated entry

Book early

this is a federal campground with high demand

Avoid large tents on weekends; some sites are small

Located 28 miles east of Prineville on State Highway 26 at the top of the divide

Best: July-September

Campground operates May through October with pleasant summertime temperatures in the Ochoco National Forest; closed during winter

Things to do nearby

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Cell signal

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4G · 0%
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4G · 0%
AT&T
4G · 0%

FCC maps are theoretical — camper reports confirm signal.

Wildlife nearby

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Alert: Mountain lions and American black bears present in area; also western gray squirrels, mule deer, and various woodpecker species

Location

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Getting there →

From Prineville, Oregon travel approximately 28 miles on State Highway 26. The campground is on the right at the top of the divide.

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Pro tips

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

Frequently asked questions

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How much does Ochoco Divide Group Site cost per night?+
Ochoco Divide Group Site costs $50 per night. Hookup options: No hookups.
What season is Ochoco Divide Group Site open?+
Ochoco Divide Group Site is open May through October. Check-in is 2:00 PM, check-out is 12:00 PM.
Does Ochoco Divide Group Site have hookups?+
No hookups.
What is the maximum RV length at Ochoco Divide Group Site?+
Ochoco Divide Group Site is primarily a tent camping facility.
How do I make reservations at Ochoco Divide Group Site?+
Ochoco Divide Group Site 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 Ochoco Divide Group Site?+
According to FCC coverage maps, cell signal at Ochoco Divide Group Site is rated none. FCC maps show theoretical coverage — actual signal in remote or heavily forested areas may be weaker.
What season is Ochoco Divide Group Site open, and what are check-in times?+
Ochoco Divide Group Site is open May through October. Check-in is 2:00 PM, check-out is 12:00 PM.

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$50 /night★ 4.6 (5)
SeasonMay through October
Check-in2:00 PM
Check-out12:00 PM
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