Parish Cabin Campground

Malheur National Forest — lakeside, fishing, hiking

Location: John Day, OR, OR

Price: From $8 per night

Rating: 4 out of 5 (0 reviews)

Season: May through October

The Parish Cabin Campground sets along Bear Creek affording fishing opportunities. The campground is within minutes of Logan Valley an exceptional place for viewing wildflowers during spring and early summer. Hikers are within a short drive to trail heads leading into the beautiful Strawberry Mountain Wilderness.

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

Amenities: Fire Rings, Picnic Tables, Vault Toilets, Drinking Water, Fishing

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

Parish Cabin Campground sits along Bear Creek with excellent fishing opportunities and proximity to the Strawberry Mountain Wilderness for hiking. Campers praise the quiet setting, clean facilities, and large sites, though it gets very busy on weekends.

Wildlife alert: Mountain Lions, American Elk, Rocky Mountain Mule Deer, North American Porcupine, Bald Eagle, and various bird species present in the area.

Insider tips for Parish Cabin Campground: Book early—this is a federal campground and very popular Sites are large; arrive early on weekends as it gets very busy A small creek flows next to the campground, suitable for cooling off

Skip Parish Cabin Campground if: You need RV hookups—no hookups available at most sites, only suitable for self-contained RVs. You prefer winter camping—seasonal operations May through October only. You're sensitive to mosquitos—reported at dawn and dusk. You dislike windy or wet conditions—noted in camper reports.

Best time to visit Parish Cabin Campground: May-June — Campground operates May through October; Logan Valley offers exceptional wildflower viewing in spring and early summer. Fall — Popular with hunters during hunting season.

Nearby campgrounds: Wickiup Campground (John Day , OR), Murray Campground (Prairie City, OR), Big Creek Campground (Prairie City, OR), Strawberry Campground (Prairie City, OR).

Cell Phone Coverage at Parish Cabin Campground

Cell signal at Parish Cabin 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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The Parish Cabin Campground sets along Bear Creek affording fishing opportunities. The campground is within minutes of Logan Valley an exceptional place for viewing wildflowers during spring and early summer. Hikers are within a short drive to trail heads leading into the beautiful Strawberry Mountain Wilderness.

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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. Suitable for self-contained RVs.
Pull-throughsAvailable
PetsAllowed
CampfiresAllowed
Max/site6 people

Amenities

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Essentials
Fire RingsDrinking Water
Recreation
Picnic TablesFishing
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 at most sites, only suitable for self-contained RVs✕ You prefer winter camping—seasonal operations May through October only✕ You're sensitive to mosquitos—reported at dawn and dusk✕ You dislike windy or wet conditions—noted in camper reports

Insider tips & when to go

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Book early

this is a federal campground and very popular

Sites are large; arrive early on weekends as it gets very busy

A small creek flows next to the campground, suitable for cooling off

Best: May-June

Campground operates May through October; Logan Valley offers exceptional wildflower viewing in spring and early summer

Best: Fall

Popular with hunters during hunting season

Things to do nearby

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Cell signal

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

FCC maps are theoretical — camper reports confirm signal.

Wildlife nearby

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Alert: Mountain Lions, American Elk, Rocky Mountain Mule Deer, North American Porcupine, Bald Eagle, and various bird species present in the area.

Location

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Getting there →

From the town of John Day, OR., travel south on US Highway 395 for approximately 12 miles to the junction with County Road 65. Travel on County Road 65 for approximately 8 miles the road then changes to Forest Road 15. Travel on Forest Road 15 approximately 4 miles to the junction with Forest Road 16, turn west onto Forest Road 16 and travel for approximately 1 mile, the campground will be on the right.

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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.
  • Bear country — store all food in bear boxes or locked vehicle at all times.

Frequently asked questions

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How much does Parish Cabin Campground cost per night?+
Parish Cabin Campground costs $8 per night. Hookup options: No hookups. Suitable for self-contained RVs.
What season is Parish Cabin Campground open?+
Parish Cabin Campground is open May through October. Check-in is 2:00 PM, check-out is 12:00 PM.
Does Parish Cabin Campground have hookups?+
No hookups. Suitable for self-contained RVs.
What is the maximum RV length at Parish Cabin Campground?+
Parish Cabin Campground is primarily a tent camping facility.
How do I make reservations at Parish Cabin Campground?+
Parish Cabin 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 Parish Cabin Campground?+
According to FCC coverage maps, cell signal at Parish Cabin Campground is rated none. FCC maps show theoretical coverage — actual signal in remote or heavily forested areas may be weaker.
What season is Parish Cabin Campground open, and what are check-in times?+
Parish Cabin Campground is open May through October. Check-in is 2:00 PM, check-out is 12:00 PM.

Official resources

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$8 /night★ 4 (0)
SeasonMay through October
Check-in2:00 PM
Check-out12:00 PM
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