Ochoco Divide Group Site
Closed for the season. Opens May 15 and operates through October 15. Reservations required through Recreation.gov.
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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.
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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