Best RV Parks & Resorts near John Day, OR

Recent RV Reviews near John Day, Oregon

173 Reviews of 53 John Day Campgrounds

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  Kelli B.

  Ranger

  

  Jul. 11, 2018

  Bates State Park Campground

  Hidden State Park

  This is a Primitive Campground. No RV Hook Ups. Reservations Cannot be made.

  Sites are spacious and pads are gravel. Perfect campground to spend the night in after taking in John Day and heading for Baker City, OR.

  There is no playground, but a nice picnic area is available.

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  Kate W.

  Guide

  

  Jun. 1, 2018

  Depot Park

  RV Park primarily

  a couple tent spots. sub-par for tents, not scenic. but clean, bathrooms, fresh water. rv hook ups, some nice shade and a play area for kids. in the town of prairie city, with good coffee

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  Rich J.

  Ranger

  

  Jul. 19, 2021

  Timbers Inn and RV Park

  Quaint

  Small RV park with large, level pull thru sites. Nice grass areas to relax in. Full hookup....water, electricity, sewer, but no shower or flush toilets. Nice view of the Mountains and a good home base for exploring the area. Owners are very nice and helpful.

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  Lee D.

  Legend

  

  Apr. 25, 2022

  Grant County RV Park

  Maybe ok for RVs but not for us

  We had reserved a site here and upon arrival, pulled in among all the large RVs, where our campervan was dwarfed. Spaces were all level and gravel with full hook-ups (20/30/50 amp). Large picnic table but difficult to determine which one was ours as the sites are close together with no privacy between them. The sites in the row we were in were all pull-throughs and the John Day River was just beyond the road which was nice. 

  The most welcoming part of the park was the sign on our site otherwise it was dismal (the overcast weather didn’t help). We later heard from someone that there had recently been some thefts at the park. 

  The bathhouse is accessed by walking through a grassy area and was pretty basic but clean. We chose this campground based on the reviews and I realize our opinion may be in the minority but we just didn’t get a good vibe here. If we had a large RV, we might have felt differently. We stayed for about 45 minutes debating what to do but in the end, left and found a space at the state park about eight miles away that better suited our needs.

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  Jill R.

  Ranger

  

  Oct. 10, 2017

  Hitching Post RV Park

  A Diamond in the Middle of Nowhere

  I had originally intended on staying at Ukiah-Dale State Park, but at 4:30 p.m. in October found it prematurely closed (wasn't updated on ORPD's website). This meant another hour on the road hoping the next town, Long Creek, would have an acceptable place to land before dark. I was surprised to find that it did indeed. Hitching Post RV Park, is very simple, very basic, very clean and very friendly. It was perfect for what I needed. Full hookups, easy parking, nice view of a local ranch in the back, deer everywhere!! It was also super quiet all night.

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  Jim M.

  Guide

  

  May. 12, 2021

  Grant County RV Park

  Secluded with trees and a large grass area

  Self service kiosk, 30$ a night full hook ups. Pull throughs and back in sites. Showers and bathrooms are clean and across a grass area (see photo)

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  Kelly H.

  Legend

  

  Nov. 25, 2022

  Fish House Inn and RV Campground

  Pretty little park

  Had a quick overnight here.  Easy back in and lovely grassy area.  Full hook ups allowed us to "refresh"!

  I'd definitely stay here again when in the area.

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  Sherrie B.

  Guide

  

  Sep. 24, 2018

  Clyde Holliday State Recreation Site

  Good spot if you're passing through

  Between the John Day River and the highway outside of John Day, this campground is beautifully maintained. The lawns are green, the bathrooms spotless. There are full hookup rv/trailer sites, tent sites, and hiker/biker sites. The restrooms include free individual shower rooms. There is some traffic noise but it isn't too bad. This is a first-come campground so no reservations are available. Get there early during the summer months.

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  Jon M.

  Scout

  

  Oct. 4, 2019

  Clyde Holliday State Recreation Site

  Bare Bones yet beautiful

  I stayed at the teepee next to the John Day River. There are two total and they are a little isolated from the campground. They provide a large camping area and fireplace with a beautiful view of the mountains behind the camp. The front view, however, leaves a bit to be desired. There is a highway in front of the campground and a big parking lot with rv water hookups, so vehicles are constantly coming in and out. There is also a restroom, which is a considerable walk from the teepee, and makes it feel more like a reststop than a campground.

  The rest of the campsites are in a wooded loop and seem much nicer than the teepee area. The teepee inside is very bare bones compared to the luxury of yurts offered at other camp grounds. The floor is a concrete slab. There are six green acrylic mats and a small stool and very small space heater. There are holes in the bottom parts of the teepee and a giant gap in the ceiling. All of these elements would be nice in the summer. Trying to sleep in here when its 27 degrees is another story. Next time i will stay in a tent. The campground provides a free bundle or firewood.

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  Teri A.

  Traveler

  

  Aug. 5, 2020

  Union Creek Campground

  Nice roomy sites with partial hook ups

  After dry camping for 3 days, we needed a hook up site but prefer campgrounds to RV parks.  This campground fit the bill with a water and elec hook up.  We made reservations about 2 weeks in advance.  

  The campground is on Lake Phillips but you can’t see the lake from most sites.  The water level was pretty low when we visited.  The camp host was nice enough to deliver ice to our site since the concession area was closed due to Covid.  We spent our days hiking on some great trails nearby and our friends kayaked on the lake and visited the historic town of Sumpter.  Some sites are pretty exposed and hot if it’s sunny.

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  lisa F.

  Traveler

  

  Jun. 6, 2023

  Fish House Inn and RV Campground

  Quiet, we’ll maintained RV park

  The park is operated by a friendly and helpful couple. The ground and facilities are clean and well supplied. Dayville is a delightful small town with chickens and goats and horses as neighbors to the RV park. The proprietors clearly value hospitality and are very welcoming.

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  allison W.

  Legend

  

  Jun. 23, 2022

  Depot Park

  Quaint but pricey

  This is basically a little RV park adjacent to a museum and playground. Points for character. It’s off the main drag and there are not a lot of choices in the area. Big lawn is well watered. However, I can’t get behind the prices. $14 just to pitch a tent is steep. Bathrooms are filthy, shower (behind a ragged shower curtain) is not worth paying for.

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  Melissa S.

  Guide

  

  Jun. 19, 2023

  Gold Rush RV Park

  The Hidden Nugget

  We stayed at The Gold Rush RV park in Sumpter, OR for one week. We absolutely loved our stay. The park was clean, and the restrooms/laundry room was spotless. We really enjoyed exploring the area in the evenings. We were at site 15 on the top of the hill that overlooked the road and the mountains. In our opinion, it is the best spot in the park. The couple that owns the park lives on-site and takes very good care of their park.  We will be back for sure. If you need anything, be sure to let them know, they are very helpful.

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  Mary G.

  Guide

  

  Aug. 10, 2017

  Bates State Park Campground

  A little growing up to do...

  The drive from Salem to John Day took about 6.5 hours. Then I spent the afternoon and early evening looking for a campground (my first campground fell through when my Mazda 3 couldn’t climb the last few miles…a story for another day). Before long, the storm clouds began to gather, lightening began to flash, and the occasional BIG drop of rain would hit my windshield. I needed to find a campground FAST! Bates State Park was close by, so I decided I would hang my hat there for the night.

  Bates State Park has a little growing up to do. It has lush green grass and lots of trees. Unfortunately, the trees are 4-5 feet tall, so they provide no shade. The campsites are close together and there is no privacy…which wasn’t a problem since there were just four RVs using the campground. I was the only tent camper. Bates is considered a primitive campground, because there is no water or electricity at the campsites. But, there are water spigots throughout the campground and the pit toilets are the nicest/cleanest that I have every used…serious!

  Bates State Park has an interesting history. It was the site of the Bates Lumber Mill company town. At one time it boasted 400 residents. All that remains are a few trees, a lilac bush, and the mill pond. You can reach the mill pond via one of the many trails throughout the 130+ acres.

  Would I stay again? Probably not. However, it is a perfect stop for a quick overnight. It is also a very accessible place for RVs to park.

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  Nancy M.

  Guide

  

  Jul. 28, 2019

  Clyde Holliday State Recreation Site

  Beautiful spot

  This is a very nice place to stay. They have 31 sites with electric and water hook ups. The sites are big enough for both rig and vehicle. Long side of the campground is the John Day River with a nice little nature path.

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  Tanya B.

  Legend

  

  Oct. 27, 2021

  Clyde Holliday State Recreation Site

  Conveniently located

  We stayed at Clyde Holliday for one night on the way to the John Day Fossil Beds National Monument.  The campground is conveniently located near the town of John Day and is adjacent to the John Day River.  It had all the amenities we needed: electric hookups, water, T-mobile reception, hot showers, and a dump station. The hot showers were welcomed after our visit to wonderful (but dusty) Steens Mountain. We had the site just behind the information kiosk / pay booth, which was perfectly fine for a night, but as it was nearer the main road, I noticed the sound of traffic more than I might have had we gotten a river site. I liked the campground though, and would happily return in the future.

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  Maureen F.

  Guide

  

  Dec. 2, 2020

  Union Creek Campground

  So pretty with forest and lake views

  Super clean. Great camp host and only $17 with my National Park Pass. Full hookups

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  Kristina J.

  Traveler

  

  Jul. 14, 2019

  Barnhouse Campground

  Simplicity

  As other reviewers stated, this campground is free, and secluded, but maintained. We were looking for a spot around Painted Hills/John Day Fossil Beds/John Day, and this worked out as we pulled into the last spot available (6 total). There were a couple RVs and trailers and a few tents. Road to get to the campground was paved, but watch out for free roaming cows! There was a trail and creek nearby with a trough to fill up water - I’d recommend filtering before drinking. There are picnic tables and rock fire rings, and one vault toilet. Not much else to it, but like I said, FREE and relatively clean.

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  Spencer K.

  Traveler

  

  Jul. 10, 2019

  Umatilla National Forest Winom Creek Campground

  Groups Galore

  This site as a primary function: OHV camping.

  Which makes sense as it sits at the heart of a designated OHV area, with hundreds of miles of trails connecting campgrounds to the north, east, and west.

  Three large group sites are the main draw for most people, with plenty of room for RVs, trailers, and extra vehicles. 1 or 2 other spots are secluded enough for tent camping, but even then you won’t avoid the presence of roaring engines and mini tours around the park.

  All in all, a wonderful site in the heart of the Umitilla Forest, but beware the motored groups if it’s not your cup of tea.

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  Joel T.

  Scout

  

  Jun. 5, 2019

  Union Creek Campground

  Open and quiet

  This campground is about 20 miles southwest of Baker Or. Hundreds of miles from Crator Lake or Prospect that the other reviews said were close...must be another Union Creek Campground over there.

  Excellent campground. About 50/50 reservable vs first come first serve. Good space between sites. Elec and water hookups...a few have full hookups. Dump on site. Cell service and over the air TV....surprisingly.  Some sites have lake (reservoir) view. Mixed shade sites.

  We intended to stay 2 nights but stayed 4 because of great weather and campground.

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  Quinn Z.

  Ranger

  

  Oct. 16, 2020

  Clyde Holliday State Recreation Site

  Convenient, kinda...

  This really is an RV spot. Yes, you can tent camp here but it's expensive ($24 for Oregon residents, $34 for out of staters) and it's right next to the road. It's loud. Really loud. Wake you up when you're sleeping loud.

  That said, it does have all amenities: good Verizon service, firewood for sale, hot showers, tables, fire pits with grills, etc. And it's close to town. So for that it could be the right fit for people needing all that.

  For me, I'd skip it, especially if you're in a tent.

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  Jeff C.

  Guide

  

  Jul. 17, 2019

  Clyde Holliday State Recreation Site

  Very Relaxing Campground

  Date Stayed: July 7th& 8th 2019 Campsite:#25 was level Price:$26 electrical Dump Station: Yes Altitude: 2875 ft Camp Host: Didn't meet Ease of Access: Very easy, our 28 ft travel trailer fit with room to spare. Easily circled campground once to find a space. Weather: Days sunny low 80's nights upper 50's Noise: Site#25 backed up to hwy 26; daytime passing vehicle noise could be loud. Night vehicle noise wasn't an issue. Activities: Geocaching cache in the park, a couple within one mile. John Day Fossil Monument 30 minute drive away. Wife and I enjoyed the campground, it was park like and very green due to water sprinklers. Well maintained grounds and the hot showers were free. Showers had one button operation which ran for 2 minutes per press. We walked along the river and found the mosquitoes, thank goodness for mosquito repellent.

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  Kelli B.

  Ranger

  

  Jul. 11, 2018

  Clyde Holliday State Recreation Site

  Only State Park Near John Day

  This is the Only State Park Near John Day!

  You CANNOT make reservations for the campsites in this park. Only the Teepees are reservable. However the park hosts here are amazing and allow boondocking in the large park overflow area when no sites are available.

  The sites are spacious with hook ups available. There is a restroom and shower located in the center of this small campground. There is no playground, but there is a large day use area adjacent that my kiddos loved to run around in. The John Day River runs along the south side of the campground and there is a nice walking trail.

  Be advised the closest store is 8-10miles in the city of John Day. Prices are high and selection is limited, so do come prepared if staying a few days!

  If the 3 John Day National Monuments are on your list, I highly recommend this campground for its location, friendly park hosts, and small campground feel!

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  Andrew T.

  Traveler

  

  Oct. 24, 2023

  Bates State Park Campground

  Convenient, Quiet, and Exceptionally Clean

  We were looking for a campground to stay at on our way from eastern Oregon to the John Day wilderness area. Bates State Park was a perfect overnight spot, just far enough off Hwy 26 to be quiet and exceptionally clean and well maintained. There are no hookups, and it will be a few years before vegetation matures to offer more privacy between spaces, but the park was uncrowded and felt private nonetheless. There are very interesting signs telling about the logging history of the area as well as a playground and nature trails.

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  Lee D.

  Legend

  

  Apr. 25, 2022

  Clyde Holliday State Recreation Site

  Close to the road yet peaceful

  General: 31 site state park that does not take reservations. There was plenty of availability at 4 pm on a Friday in April.

  Site Quality: Sites are all level with paved pads, ranging in length from 37 to 84 feet. Good separation between the sites and some have foliage providing some amount of privacy. A large picnic table, fire ring, electric hookup, and wastewater drain complete each site. There are also two teepees. Sites along the river are better; road noise would obviously be louder at the sites that back up to the road. 

  Bathhouse: Up to many Oregon State Park standards with hot water, soap, utility shelves, and paper towels. Clean. Showers are free ($2 for non-campers) but did not use so cannot comment on their quality. 

  Activities: Not too much to do but there is a nice nature trail about a half-mile long that meanders along the John Day River. It forks a couple of times and if you keep to the left each time, you will eventually end up at a fence at the boundary of private property, but it is easy enough to loop around and return to the campground. 

  Although this campground is close to the road and you will hear road noise, it was also peaceful and quiet during our stay.

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  Phil&Melinda O.

  Guide

  

  Jun. 14, 2024

  Southwest Shore Campground

  Peaceful and spectacular views

  Dry camping with a put toilet, very clean. The camping sites were pretty level. Site 11 we feel was the best. Baker city was just about 20 minutes away along with the old gold mining town of Sumpter about 10 minutes away

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  Jill R.

  Ranger

  

  Oct. 10, 2017

  Clyde Holliday State Recreation Site

  This Oregon State Park is one of the best

  This is my second time staying at Clyde Holliday and wound up in the same site I stayed in last year. The sites are huge and well spaced. Lots of trees and a nice trail system along the river. Close to John Day and the Sheep Rock Unit of the John Day Fossil Beds.