Accessible via Forest Service roads, Black Canyon West Trailhead provides primitive camping within Ochoco National Forest. The US Forest Service manages this established campground, which serves as a staging area for backcountry access. Sites lack hookups and developed amenities, requiring campers to bring their own water and practice Leave No Trace principles.
The location puts visitors near several other forest camping options, including Ochoco NF-Ochoco East - Paulina Area less than two miles away. Campers seeking additional choices can explore places to camp near Dayville for more developed facilities and services.
Description
This trailhead is located near Wolf Mountain Lookout and provides access to the southwestern terminus of Black Canyon Trail (#820) within Black Canyon Wilderness. View a Black Canyon Wilderness area trails map
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Location
Public CampgroundBlack Canyon West (Formerly Dusty Camp) Trailhead is located in Oregon
Directions
<p><u>From Paulina, Oregon:</u></p><p>Head east on Hwy 112 approximately 3.5 miles.</p><p>Turn left on to County Road 113 and continue for approximately 1.5 miles.</p><p>Turn right onto County Road 135 and continue for approximately 9 miles.</p><p>Turn right onto Forest Service Road 58 and continue for approximately 4 miles.</p><p>Turn left onto Forest Service Road 5840 and continue for approximately 11 miles.</p><p>Black Canyon West (Formerly Dusty Camp) Trailhead will be on your right.</p><p><strong>NOTE</strong>: Forest Service Road 5840 beyond Mud Springs Campground is unsuitable for two-wheel drive vehicles when wet, and is not recommended for low clearance vehicles or trailers at any time.</p>
Coordinates
44.32779568 N
119.71050428 W
Connectivity
T-MobileNo Coverage
VerizonLTESome Coverage- AT&TLTESome Coverage
Connectivity
- T-MobileNo Coverage
- VerizonLTESome Coverage
- AT&TLTESome Coverage
Access
Site Types
- Tent Sites
Features
Drive Time
- 2 hrs 34 min from Bend, OR
- 3 hrs 50 min from Kennewick, WA
- 4 hrs 22 min from Walla Walla, WA
- 4 hrs 42 min from Yakima, WA
