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Outdoor Project
The ultimate adventure guide
Shaun Hunter
Photo Date:
08/05/2021
5 sites are reserved for tents only, including a couple located a short walk from the parking area near the banks of the John Day River north fork.
Shaun Hunter
Photo Date:
08/05/2021
North Fork of the John Day River running beside the campground.
Shaun Hunter
Photo Date:
08/05/2021
North Fork John Day Campground.
Shaun Hunter
Photo Date:
08/05/2021
The campground is fairly spread out with many sites amongst the trees.
Shaun Hunter
Photo Date:
08/05/2021
There is a group campsite, which is only slightly larger than a standard site and with a few more tables.
Shaun Hunter
Photo Date:
08/05/2021
Horseshoe pits at the campground.
Shaun Hunter
Photo Date:
08/05/2021
Three accessible vault toilets are set throughout the campground.
Shaun Hunter
Photo Date:
08/05/2021
The 20 site campground has a simple self-pay kiosk at the entrance.
Shaun Hunter
Photo Date:
08/05/2021
The campground is located at the intersection of the Elkhorn Scenic Byway and the Blue Mountain Byway.