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Middle Fork Campground

10 sitesNo hookupsPets OKWaterside

Middle Fork Campground is a 10-site campground in Malheur National Forest near John Day, Oregon. There are no electric hookups, so plan to bring your own power.

Location
John Day, OR · Map and directions
Campsites
10
Electric
There are no electric hookups
Water / sewer
No water hookups listed
Max RV length
Not listed
Pets
Allowed at most sites (leash required)
Campfires
Not listed: check current fire restrictions
Reservations
Recreation.gov

About Middle Fork Campground

This small campground along the Scenic Middle Fork of the John Day River set back amongst beautiful ponderosa pine trees is a great spot for fishing and viewing spawning steelhead in the fall. The campground is a good starting point for hunters, hikers and those wishing to see beautiful scenery, wildlife and wildflowers.

Description: Recreation.gov. Conditions change, so check the official page before you go.

What to bring to Middle Fork Campground

Portable power stations

Silent battery power for lights, phones, fans, CPAP machines and 12V fridges.

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Foldable solar panels

Recharge a power station during the day, so it lasts the whole trip.

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Quiet inverter generators

More power for RVs and air conditioning. Check the campground's generator hours.

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12V portable fridges

No ice runs. Runs off a car socket or a power station.

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Rotomolded coolers

Keeps ice for days at sites with no power.

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Inflatable kayaks

Fits in the trunk and gets you out on the water.

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Inflatable paddle boards

Easy to pack for lake and river campgrounds.

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Family camping tents

Room for everyone plus gear.

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Other campgrounds nearby

Olive Lake Campground

11 mi away

28 sitesNo hookupsPets OKWaterside

North Fork John Day Campground

22 mi away

20 sitesNo hookupsPets OKWaterside

Anthony Lake Campground

29 mi away

41 sitesNo hookupsPets OKRVs to 35 ftWaterside

Big Creek Campground

31 mi away

15 sitesNo hookupsPets OKWaterside

Union Creek Campground

33 mi away

59 sites55 electricRVs to 60 ftWaterside

Bull Prairie Campground

57 mi away

30 sitesNo hookupsPets OKWaterside

More: all campgrounds in Malheur National Forest · campgrounds in Oregon

Frequently asked questions

Does Middle Fork Campground have electric hookups?

There are no electric hookups. Campers bring portable power stations or generators where allowed.

Can I reserve a site at Middle Fork Campground?

Yes, through Recreation.gov. Popular dates book up months ahead.

Are dogs allowed at Middle Fork Campground?

Yes, pets are allowed at most sites. Keep them on a leash and never leave them unattended.