Strawberry Campground

Malheur National Forest — hiking

Location: Prairie City, OR, OR

Price: From $8 per night

Rating: 4 out of 5 (0 reviews)

Season: May through October

The campground is located at the edge of the Strawberry Mountain Wilderness. Set amongst ponderosa pine in a beautifully wooded area, the campground is an excellent starting point for anyone wanting to hike, hunt, fish or simply relax. Strawberry Basin Trailhead is located at the campground.

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

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

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

Excellent starting point for hiking and backpacking with direct access to Strawberry Basin Trail #375 and Strawberry Mountain Wilderness. Set in beautiful ponderosa pine forest with abundant recreation opportunities including hiking, hunting, fishing, and berry picking.

Wildlife alert: Mountain goats, mule deer, gray-headed pikas, and golden-mantled ground squirrels present. Bird species include American dippers, northern flickers, and hairy woodpeckers.

Insider tips for Strawberry Campground: First come, first served basis — arrive early as this is a federal campground with only 10 sites Access road is rough and needs grading; plan accordingly for vehicle clearance Strawberry Basin Trailhead is located directly at the campground for immediate trail access

Skip Strawberry Campground if: You need RV hookups — campground has no hookups at any sites. You require winter camping — seasonal operations May through October only. You prefer larger campgrounds — only 10 total sites available.

Best time to visit Strawberry Campground: July-September — Campground operates May through October; summer months provide optimal hiking and backpacking conditions in the Strawberry Mountain Wilderness.

Nearby campgrounds: Slide Horse Camp (Prairie City, OR), Trout Farm Campground (Prairie City, OR), Murray Campground (Prairie City, OR), Big Creek Campground (Prairie City, OR).

Cell Phone Coverage at Strawberry Campground

Cell signal at Strawberry Campground (Prairie City, 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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The campground is located at the edge of the Strawberry Mountain Wilderness. Set amongst ponderosa pine in a beautifully wooded area, the campground is an excellent starting point for anyone wanting to hike, hunt, fish or simply relax. Strawberry Basin Trailhead is located at the 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

RIDB /facilities /campsites · owner-verified
Essentials
Fire RingsDrinking Water
Recreation
Picnic Tables
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 — campground has no hookups at any sites✕ You require winter camping — seasonal operations May through October only✕ You prefer larger campgrounds — only 10 total sites available

Insider tips & when to go

CamperWatch intel · hand-curated entry

First come, first served basis

arrive early as this is a federal campground with only 10 sites

Access road is rough and needs grading; plan accordingly for vehicle clearance

Strawberry Basin Trailhead is located directly at the campground for immediate trail access

Best: July-September

Campground operates May through October; summer months provide optimal hiking and backpacking conditions in the Strawberry Mountain Wilderness

Things to do nearby

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Cell signal

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

FCC maps are theoretical — camper reports confirm signal.

Wildlife nearby

iNaturalist · research-grade · 8 km
Alert: Mountain goats, mule deer, gray-headed pikas, and golden-mantled ground squirrels present. Bird species include American dippers, northern flickers, and hairy woodpeckers.

Location

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Getting there →

From the town of Prairie City, OR., turn onto South Main Street. Follow South Main Street to the junction with Bridge Street. Turn left onto Bridge Street. After turning onto Bridge Street travel 0.2 miles to the second right turn which is Bridge Street again. Turn right onto Bridge Street and continue out of city limits, the road becomes County Road 60 at city limits. Continue on County Road 60 for approximately 7 miles the road then becomes Forest Service Road #6001. Travel on Forest Road #600

Campground entrance

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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.

Frequently asked questions

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

Official resources

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National Weather Service — Live hourly forecast + active alerts
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Google Air Quality API — Live AQI at exact campground coordinates
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iNaturalist — Research-grade wildlife within 8km
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Google Pollen API — Today’s tree, grass & weed pollen forecast
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FCC Broadband Map — Verizon, AT&T, T-Mobile 4G/5G coverage data
broadbandmap.fcc.gov · quarterly
Sunrise-Sunset.org — Sunrise, sunset & golden hour for today
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Google Street View — Campground entrance & access road imagery
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RIDB — ADA sites, hookups, toilets, pets, campfire rules, bear boxes, max RV, activities, contact, directions
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$8 /night★ 4 (0)
SeasonMay through October
Check-in2:00 PM
Check-out12:00 PM
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