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Lower Camp Creek Campground

Bates, Oregon · USDA Forest Service

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Lower Camp Creek Campground — official Recreation.gov photo

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About

A pleasantly small campground tucked among ponderosa pines along a forest creek. This campground is popular with hunters. Just a short drive away from the beautiful Middle Fork of the John Day River. Less than a mile away is Arch Rock Trail #258, an ash flow tuff with a scenic arch and several small rock shelters eroded into the outcrop, allowing visitors a place to see fascinating geological features. A bit further at 13 miles away is Magone Lake Campground, a great place to swim, fish or hike.Visitors can enjoy easy access to the Arch Rock Trail, where eroded ash flows and rock shelters offer a chance to experience fascinating geological features up close. The Middle Fork John Day River is just a short drive away, providing scenic landscapes and additional outdoor exploration. The campground is also a popular starting point for hunters.For facility specific information, please call (541) 575-3000.Each campsite has a picnic table, fire ring, and parking for camp trailers. Accessible vault toilet is conveniently located in the middle of the campground.Middle Fork John Day River Magone Recreation Area Sumpter Valley Interpretative Site Davis Creek Trail Vinegar Hill Indian Rock Scenic Area Austin House Bates State Park Dewitt Museum and Depot Park Kam Wah Chung & Co. State Heritage Site Grant County Ranch and Rodeo Museum Grant County Historical Museum

Directions

From the town of Prairie City, OR, travel west 3 miles on US Highway 26 to the junction with County Road 18. Turn right, follow County Road 18 approximately 9 miles to the junction with Forest Road 36, turn right and follow Forest Road 36 approximately 11 miles. The camp ground will be on the left.

Location

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Details

State
Oregon
City / area
Bates
Agency
USDA Forest Service
Parent area
Malheur National Forest
Campsites
6
Reservable
Yes
Typical price
$6 / night
Equipment
Tent, RV, Trailer, Caravan/Camper Van, Pickup Camper, Fifth Wheel, Pop up, Hammock

Reserve on Recreation.gov

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