Ochoco Divide Group Site
Closed for the season. Opens May 15 and operates through October 15. Reservations required through Recreation.gov.
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…
Fireworks and Explosives are always Prohibited
Fireworks and explosives (including explosive targets) are always prohibited on national forest lands. The prohibition of fireworks and exploding targets on national forest system lands is part of a set of permanent fire safety regulations in the Code of Federal Regulations (CFR), listed below.…
Stage 1 Fire Restrictions
Stage 1 Public Use Fire Restrictions prohibit open fires, including wood stoves and charcoal briquette fires, on Ochoco National Forest & Crooked River National Grassland lands, except within designated developed campgrounds. Chainsaw use is prohibited between the hours of 1:00 p.m. and 8:00 p.m.…
Wiley Flat Campground Closure
The Wiley Flat Campground is currently closed due to hazards and hazardous conditions created as a result of the Wiley Flat fire of 2024. The closure includes all developed sites, roads, trails, and facilities within the campground boundary. View Map.
14 Day Stay Order
Camping or otherwise occupying a single location (including leaving camping equipment and/or related supplies) for a period longer than 14 consecutive calendar days is PROHIBITED on the Ochoco National Forest & Crooked River National Grassland.
Prescribed Fire information
Each year, prescribed burning is done in the spring and fall to improve forest health and protect communities. Visit our Prescribed Fire in Central Oregon page to learn more.
About
Ochoco Divide Group Site is a reservable group campground in Ochoco National Forest, perched at 4,700 feet elevation at the top of Ochoco Divide along scenic State Highway 26. The site is positioned on a small hill away from the road, offering a quiet forest setting as an extension of the main Ochoco Divide Campground. It's a favorite stop for touring cyclists crossing the divide, as well as groups seeking a high-elevation forest experience. The group site features a large fire ring, picnic tables, and vault toilets. Parking is limited at the base of the hill, requiring a short walk up to the campsite. The surrounding landscape alternates between thick ponderosa pine forests and grassy meadows, with the road descending into arid canyon lands shortly beyond the campground. Nearby recreational opportunities include hiking, mountain biking, hunting, and nature viewing. Several trailheads begin at the Bandit Springs rest stop about one mile away on Highway 26. John Day Fossil Beds National Monument is less than an hour's drive, offering the famous Painted Hills and fossil exhibits.
Directions
From Prineville, Oregon, head east on Highway 26 for approximately 30 miles. Ochoco Divide Campground will be on your right, just past Ochoco Divide Sno-Park near the summit.
Amenities
| Water | No |
| Fires Allowed | Yes |
| Toilets | Yes |
| Dump Station | No |
| Wifi | No |
| Pets Allowed | Yes |
| Showers | No |
| Electric Hookups | — |
| Water Hookups | — |
| Sewer Hookups | — |
| Camp Store | No |
| Price | $50 |
Vehicle
| Max RV Length | — |
| Max Trailer Length | — |
| Big Rig Friendly | No |
| Pull Through Sites | No |
Contact
| Phone | +1 (541) 416-6500 |
Cell Service
| AT&T | None |
| Verizon | None |
| T-Mobile | None |
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