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
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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 signal at Ochoco Ranger Rental (Prineville, OR): weak overall signal based on FCC broadband data. Best carrier: AT&T.
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.
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.
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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
Off-season camping available at no cost in late April; year-round operation with better accessibility during warmer months
FCC maps are theoretical — camper reports confirm signal. Best carrier: AT&T.









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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