Pioneer Ford Campground
Open for the 2026 season through September 27. The campground is currently experiencing a temporary water outage; campers must bring all drinking water needed for their visit. Sites are available first-come-first-served with reservations also available through Recreation.gov.
Air Quality Alert issued August 10 at 9:49AM PDT by NWS Pendleton OR
Oregon Department of Environmental Quality has issued an Air Quality Advisory until noon PDT Wednesday. Check with your local health or air agency for current restrictions on woodstove use. There are often exceptions for those who use wood exclusively to heat their homes and those with limited income. People can take the following precautions to protect their health: * Follow local burn restrictions to prevent deteriorating air quality. * Avoid strenuous outdoor activity in smoky conditions. * People with heart or lung problems and young children are especially vulnerable. These people should stay indoors while smoke levels are high. * Use certified High Efficiency Particulate Air (HEPA) filters in indoor heating ventilation, cooling, and air purification systems. * Avoid using wood-burning stoves and other sources of indoor smoke if possible. For additional information...please visit the Web site at http://www.oregon.gov/DEQ
Air Quality Alert issued August 5 at 2:33PM PDT by NWS Pendleton OR
Oregon Department of Environmental Quality has issued an Air Quality Advisory until further notice. For the Smoke Air Quality Advisory, wildfires burning in the region combined with forecasted conditions will cause air quality to reach unhealthy levels. Pollutants in smoke can cause burning eyes, runny nose, aggravate heart and lung diseases, and aggravate other serious health problems. Limit outdoor activities and keep children indoors if it is smoky. Please follow medical advice if you have a heart or lung condition. An Air Quality Advisory for elevated levels of ozone pollution, or smog, is in effect for Hermiston in Umatilla County. Ozone pollution is expected to reach levels that could be unhealthy for sensitive groups, including children, pregnant people, older adults and people with heart or respiratory conditions. DEQ expected the Air Quality Advisory to last until 10 p.m. on Thursday, Aug. 6, 2026. For additional information...please visit the Web site at http://www.oregon.gov/DEQ
From Recreation.gov
Our facility is experiencing a temporary water outage. Please bring all the water you’ll need for your visit, including drinking water.
About
Pioneer Ford Campground is located along the Metolius River in the Deschutes National Forest, approximately 22 miles northwest of Sisters, Oregon. As one of the northernmost campgrounds in the Metolius River corridor, it offers a quieter, more isolated experience compared to those closer to Camp Sherman. The 20 sites are shaded beneath a canopy of ponderosa pine and cedar, with many positioned directly along the river. The spring-fed Metolius River provides exceptional fly-fishing opportunities for rainbow trout, whitefish, bull trout, and kokanee salmon. Hikers can access riverside trails and routes through subalpine forests, including connections to the 100-mile Metolius-Windigo Trail. Each campsite includes a fire ring and picnic table, with vault toilets available throughout the campground. The campground operates seasonally from approximately May through late September. Sites are available both first-come-first-served and through advance reservation on Recreation.gov. Generator use is prohibited between 10:00 PM and 7:00 AM.
Directions
From Sisters, OR: Travel 9.6 miles northwest on Highway 20, then 12.6 miles north on Forest Road 14.
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 | $30 |
Vehicle
| Max RV Length | 40ft |
| Max Trailer Length | 40ft |
| Big Rig Friendly | No |
| Pull Through Sites | No |
Contact
| Phone | +1 (541) 323-1746 |
Cell Service
| AT&T | None |
| Verizon | None |
| T-Mobile | None |
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