Big Bend Campground (John Day River)

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Bureau of Land Management

Campground · Bureau of Land Management Fees: $5.00 per campsite per night; $2.50 per site/night for Access and Senior Interagency pass holders; $2.00 per extra vehicle over one vehicle Stay limit: 14 days Enjoy the scenery and passage of time along the banks of the North Fork of the John Day River. Here, one can contemplate the river away from sights and sounds of civilization except for the occasional passing of vehicles along sleepy State Highway 402. Chukars may be seen and heard along the cliff opposite the campground. Know Before You Go - Open year-round. - Campground has four primitive campsites with picnic tables, fire rings and limited shade. - All campsites are available on a first come, first served basis; no reservations are available. - No drinking water or utility hookups are available. - A primitive small craft launch is located on the west side of the campground. - No cell phone service here. - There is no garbage service here; please pack out your trash. - Annual fire closure: June 1 though October 15. During this period of time, building, igniting, maintaining,… Getting there: From Kimberly, Oregon : Drive 2.9 miles north on State Highway 402. The campground is on the right side of the road. Phone: 541-416-6700 Official page: https://www.recreation.gov/camping/campgrounds/10319389 Source: Recreation.gov. Fees and seasons change; check the official page before you go. Photos: Recreation.gov, BLM