-
Deschutes National Forest
Near Bend, Oregon
Visitors ALWAYS assume risks when entering trails in natural areas, but in burned areas, those risks are greater. Your safety is in your hands! Know Before You Go and learn more about safely recreating in burned areas here: Burned Area Safety Tips
Permits are released daily at 0700 PDT in a...
-
Ochoco NF - FS
Near Paulina, Oregon
Cold Springs Guard Station, constructed in 1934, is a historic site tucked into the Ochoco National Forest. It served a special role as the switchboard station
connecting phone calls between various fire lookouts and guard stations during the summer months, as well as housing for the fire guard and...
-
Ochoco NF - FS
Near Prineville, Oregon
Ochoco Forest Camp is nestled in the Ochoco Mountain range near the 6,926-foot Lookout Mountain, which is known for its unusual rock formations. The pavilion offers a large group picnic area and several campsites. A small meadow and group fire ring with BBQ is popular for weddings and family reunion...
-
Ochoco NF - FS
Near Prineville, Oregon
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 ...
-
Ochoco NF - FS
Near Prineville, Oregon
Walton Lake Campground may be the best-known location in the Ochoco National Forest, offering a serene setting among old-growth Ponderosa pine and mountain meadows. Most
sites offer sweeping lake views.There are paved parking spurs, picnic tables and fire rings with grills at each single site. The c...
-
John Day Wild and Scenic River
Near Prineville, Oregon
The John Day River offers a range of recreational opportunities including boating, fishing, and camping.
See our new John Day River Know Before You Go video!
Map of John Day River Segments and Segment Descriptions
Boater Guides are available here.
An online permit is re...
-
John Day Wild and Scenic River
Near Prineville, Oregon
The John Day River offers a range of recreational opportunities including boating, fishing, and camping.
See our new John Day River Know Before You Go Video!
An online permit is required year-round for both day and overnight boating trips from Service Creek to Tumwater Falls and i...
-
Ochoco NF - FS
Near Prineville, Oregon
The Ochoco Divide Group Site is a convenient place to camp while traveling across scenic State Highway 26 by bicycle or car. Resting at the top of the Ochoco Divide at an elevation of 4,700 ft., the group site is set on a hill away from the road as an extension of the general campground. Summertime ...
-
Ochoco NF - FS
Near Bend, Oregon
Christmas tree cutting on the Ochoco National Forest has been a holiday tradition for many years. To help protect the future of this program, we ask that you take special care to follow the instructions and guidelines on your permit when collecting your tree.
Each forest has limitations on the si...
-
Malheur National Forest
Near Dayville, Oregon
Deer Creek Guard Station is located approximately 31 miles from the town of John Day, in central Oregon. It is in a beautiful, quiet location, off the beaten path. From sunup to sundown, the cabin affords opportunities for adventure in exploring, viewing wildlife, or just relaxing and enjoying the w...