Whistler Campground
Open — Open year-round, first-come, first-served. No reservations. 14-day stay limit applies.
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.
14 Day Stay Order
Pursuant to 16 USC §551 and 36 CFR §261.50 (a), the following acts are prohibited upon lands administered by the OCHOCO National Forest as described in this order. PROHIBITIONS:
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
Located on the northern edge of Mill Creek Wilderness in Ochoco National Forest, Whistler Campground offers primitive camping within walking distance of the Wildcat North Trailhead. This free campground has approximately 4 sites and attracts both wilderness hikers and rockhounding enthusiasts, as the Whistler Springs rockhounding site is located within the campground area. The campground has a vault toilet but no potable water, so campers must bring their own supply. There are many standing dead trees in the area, so caution is advised when wandering and setting up camp. The campground operates first-come, first-served with a 14-day stay limit. Access is via Forest Service Road 27 and 200, with unpaved sections that are very rough. Both the road to the campground and the campground road itself are challenging, making this location unsuitable for recreational vehicles and trailers. 4WD or AWD vehicles are strongly recommended for safe access.
Directions
From Prineville, travel north on Main Street for approximately 11 miles to the Ochoco National Forest boundary. Main Street becomes Forest Service Road 27 at the boundary. Continue on FSR 27 for another 12 miles. At the junction of FSR 27 and FSR 2745, veer right to stay on FSR 27. Continue for another 4 miles, then turn right at the junction with FSR 200 toward Wildcat North Trailhead. Continue past the trailhead into Whistler Campground. 4WD or AWD vehicles strongly recommended due to very rough unpaved roads.
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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 | $0 |
Vehicle
| Max RV Length | — |
| Max Trailer Length | — |
| Big Rig Friendly | No |
| Pull Through Sites | — |
Contact
| Phone | +1 (541) 416-6500 |
Cell Service
| AT&T | None |
| Verizon | Yes |
| T-Mobile | None |
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