Dixie Campground

FS USDA Forest Service · John Day, OR · Developed

Conditions

Road Access Gravel
Driveway Surface Gravel
Season Open Year Round
Campfires Campfires Allowed

Features

Rig Size Back In Only
Hookup Dry Camping
Style Vault Toilet Reservable

Campground Stats

Total Sites9
Sites Accepting RVs9
Overnight Sites9
Back-In Sites9
SurfaceGravel

Location

44.538627, -118.591107 · Blue Mountain Ranger District , John Day , OR 97845

Description

Overview

Dixie Campground is a short drive off of Highway US 26 near Dixie Summit. This is a great destination for berry picking, it is also a wonderful base camp for anyone wanting to hike, hunt or just explore the Malheur National Forest.  There is a day use picnic area before you enter the overnight campground. The Sumpter Valley Interpretive and Davis Creek Trails as well as other great recreational activities are just a short drive from the campground. It's a short drive to Prairie City or Bates.

Recreation

Dixie Campground provides a variety of recreation opportunities throughout the summer and fall. In late July and early August, visitors can take advantage of excellent huckleberry picking in the surrounding area. A designated picnic area offers a comfortable spot for outdoor meals and gatherings. When hunting season arrives, the campground's proximity to hunting terrain makes it a favored destination for hunters.

Facilities

Each campsite has a picnic table, fire ring, and parking for camp trailers. Accessible vault toilets are conveniently located in the campground.

Nearby Attractions

Contact Info

For facility specific information, please call (541) 575-3000.

Directions

From the town of Prairie City, OR., travel 8 miles east on Highway 26, the campground will be on the left.

Activities

BERRY PICKING CAMPING HIKING HUNTING

Details

Email[email protected]
ReservableYes

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