North Fork Malheur Campground
The campground is temporarily closed. Seasonal access is typically limited by snow and road conditions. When open, the campground operates on a first-come, first-served basis with no reservations.
Alcohol Prohibitions
This Order describes acts that are prohibited upon lands, roads and trails within the National Forest System administered by the Forest Service Pacific Northwest Region in regards to alcoholic beverages.
Aquatic Invasive Species
This Order prohibits 1) possessing, storing, or transporting any aquatic invasive animal species AND 2) prohibits possessing, storing, or transporting any aquatic or riparian invasive plant species - on National Forest System lands in the Pacific Northwest Region as specified in the Order.
Restrictions on Use of Forage and Mulch Products
This Order prohibits unloading, storing, or using any straw, hay, grain, seed, or other forage or mulch products that are not state-certified weed free on the National Forest System lands, roads or trails in any Closure Area as specific in the Order. Some examples of these include hay bales, hay…
About
North Fork Malheur Campground sits in a quiet, remote area of the Malheur National Forest near the Wild and Scenic North Fork Malheur River. This small campground has five primitive sites, each equipped with a concrete picnic table and raised fire ring. The parking spurs are compacted dirt and gravel, suitable for tents and smaller camp trailers. Vault toilets are provided, but campers must bring their own drinking water as no potable water is available. The campground is popular with anglers targeting rainbow trout in the North Fork Malheur River and serves as an excellent base camp for hunters during fall seasons. The North Fork Malheur Trailhead is located within half a mile, providing access to trails that wind through old-growth ponderosa pine forests along the scenic river corridor. Access requires traveling approximately 34 miles from Prairie City via County Road 62, Forest Road 16, and Forest Road 1675. The final stretch of road is rough and becomes very muddy after periods of rain, making high-clearance vehicles advisable.
Directions
From Prairie City, OR, turn onto South Main Street. Follow South Main Street to the junction with Bridge Street. Turn left onto Bridge Street and continue past the cemetery; the road becomes County Road 62. Follow County Road 62 approximately 20 miles to Forest Road 16 and turn east. Follow Forest Road 16 for approximately 12 miles to Forest Road 1675 on the right. Follow Forest Road 1675 for approximately 2 miles to the campground.
Amenities
| Water | No |
| Fires Allowed | Yes |
| Toilets | Yes |
| Dump Station | No |
| Wifi | No |
| Pets Allowed | — |
| Showers | No |
| Electric Hookups | — |
| Water Hookups | — |
| Sewer Hookups | — |
| Camp Store | No |
| Price | $0 |
Vehicle
| Max RV Length | — |
| Max Trailer Length | — |
| Big Rig Friendly | No |
| Pull Through Sites | — |
Contact
| SM.FS.malpubinfo@usda.gov | |
| Phone | +1 (541) 820-3800 |
Cell Service
| AT&T | None |
| Verizon | None |
| T-Mobile | None |
Useful Links
| USFS North Fork Malheur Campground |
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