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Ochoco Ranger Rental

Ochoco NF - FS — lakeside, hiking

Location: Prineville, OR, OR

Price: From $90 per night

Rating: 3.9 out of 5 (42 reviews)

Season: Year-round

Ochoco Ranger Station was established in 1906 as part of the Western Division of the Blue Mountain Forest Reserves. By 1911, Ochoco Ranger Station was part of one of seven ranger districts on the newly formed Ochoco National Forest. The site quickly grew from a single office/residence building to a compound with an office, residence, storage building and barn.

Cell coverage (FCC estimate): weak signal. Actual signal may vary in remote areas. Best carrier: AT&T.

Amenities: Fire Rings, Picnic Tables, Flush Toilets, Showers, Electric Hookups

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

Clean, well-maintained federal campground with excellent amenities including flush toilets and showers. Highly rated by campers (5/5 stars) for its peaceful atmosphere and picturesque setting with a small creek.

Wildlife alert: Black bears, elk, and mule deer present in the area. Also watch for wild turkeys and ruffed grouse.

Insider tips for Ochoco Ranger Rental: Book early — federal campground fills up quickly during peak season Visit in late April for free camping with minimal crowds Only 6-7 sites available, so expect a quiet experience

Skip Ochoco Ranger Rental if: You need RV hookups — the facility has electric hookups advertised but also notes no hookups at most sites. You prefer large campgrounds with many available sites.

Best time to visit Ochoco Ranger Rental: Late April - Early Fall — Off-season camping available at no cost in late April; year-round operation with better accessibility during warmer months.

Nearby campgrounds: Ochoco Forest Camp (PRINEVILLE, OR), Walton Lake (PRINEVILLE, OR), Ochoco Divide Group Site (Prineville, OR), Cold Springs Cabin - Ochoco Nf (Or) (PRINEVILLE, OR).

Cell Phone Coverage at Ochoco Ranger Rental

Cell signal at Ochoco Ranger Rental (Prineville, OR): weak overall signal based on FCC broadband data. Best carrier: AT&T.

  • AT&T 4G LTE: 100% coverage

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★ 3.9 (42 reviews)From $90/nightFederal campground · book on Recreation.gov
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Ochoco Ranger Station was established in 1906 as part of the Western Division of the Blue Mountain Forest Reserves. By 1911, Ochoco Ranger Station was part of one of seven ranger districts on the newly formed Ochoco National Forest. The site quickly grew from a single office/residence building to a compound with an office, residence, storage building and barn.

Best for:HikersFamiliesSites:Tent
LIVE · weather + fire + AQI + availability + wildlife

Verified facts

RIDB / Recreation.gov official database
Check-in2:00 PM
Check-out12:00 PM
SeasonYear-round
Stay limit14 days
Hookups1 electric sites
Max/site6 people

Amenities

RIDB /facilities /campsites · owner-verified
Essentials
Fire RingsShowers
Recreation
Picnic TablesElectric Hookups
Family & Pets
Flush 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 — the facility has electric hookups advertised but also notes no hookups at most sites✕ You prefer large campgrounds with many available sites

Insider tips & when to go

CamperWatch intel · hand-curated entry

Book early

federal campground fills up quickly during peak season

Visit in late April for free camping with minimal crowds

Only 6-7 sites available, so expect a quiet experience

Best: Late April - Early Fall

Off-season camping available at no cost in late April; year-round operation with better accessibility during warmer months

Things to do nearby

RIDB /activities /recareas + intel

Conditions today

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Cell signal

FCC BDC · quarterly dataset
T-Mobile
4G · 0%
Verizon
4G · 0%
AT&T
4G · 100%

FCC maps are theoretical — camper reports confirm signal. Best carrier: AT&T.

Wildlife nearby

iNaturalist · research-grade · 8 km
Alert: Black bears, elk, and mule deer present in the area. Also watch for wild turkeys and ruffed grouse.

Location

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(541) 416-6500· Ochoco NF - FS
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From Prineville, Oregon: Travel approximately 13 miles east on Highway 26. Turn right at the junction to Ochoco Ranger Station (County Road 123), and continue for approximately 7.5 miles. Turn left onto Forest Service Road 2610, which is just past the restrooms on your left. Drive past Ochoco Creek and then make an immediate left turn. The Ochoco Ranger Rental House will be the first structure on your right (the address is 33689 Ochoco Ranger Station Loop). Please park in the garage or driveway.

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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

RIDB facts + intel · FAQPage schema, speakable
How much does Ochoco Ranger Rental cost per night?+
Ochoco Ranger Rental costs $90 per night. Hookup options: No hookups.
What season is Ochoco Ranger Rental open?+
Ochoco Ranger Rental is open Year-round. Check-in is 2:00 PM, check-out is 12:00 PM.
Does Ochoco Ranger Rental have hookups?+
No hookups.
What is the maximum RV length at Ochoco Ranger Rental?+
Ochoco Ranger Rental is primarily a tent camping facility.
How do I make reservations at Ochoco Ranger Rental?+
Ochoco Ranger Rental 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 Ranger Rental?+
According to FCC coverage maps, cell signal at Ochoco Ranger Rental is rated weak. Best carrier: AT&T. FCC maps show theoretical coverage — actual signal in remote or heavily forested areas may be weaker.
What season is Ochoco Ranger Rental open, and what are check-in times?+
Ochoco Ranger Rental is open Year-round. Check-in is 2:00 PM, check-out is 12:00 PM.
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$90 /night★ 3.9 (42)
SeasonYear-round
Check-in2:00 PM
Check-out12:00 PM
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Nearby Campgrounds

Ochoco Forest Camp

PRINEVILLE, OR

From $125/night

Walton Lake

PRINEVILLE, OR

From $25/night

Ochoco Divide Group Site

Prineville, OR

From $50/night

Cold Springs Cabin - Ochoco Nf (Or)

PRINEVILLE, OR

From $90/night

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