Established Camping

Crane Crossing

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Crane Crossing is located in the Malheur National Forest, featuring forested terrain with a mix of trees and open spaces. Temperatures in the area range from lows in the 30s Fahrenheit during winter to highs in the 80s during summer. Nearby attractions include the Strawberry Mountain Wilderness and the John Day Fossil Beds National Monument, offering opportunities for hiking and exploration.

Description

US Forest Service

Malheur National Forest

This is a small rustic camp area near the North Fork Malheur Wild and Scenic River . This site is a great get away for those looking for something quiet and out of the way. The camping area sets just at the trailhead. The trail can be taken to the west and go along the Crane Creek trail or north and head up to the North Fork Malheur trailhead.

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Location

Crane Crossing is located in Oregon

Directions

From the town of Prairie City, OR., turn onto South Main Street. Follow South Main Street to the junction with Bridge Street. Turn left onto Bridge Street and follow past the local cemetary, the road then becomes County Road 62. Follow County Road 62 for approximately 20 miles to the junction with Forest Service Road 16. Turn east onto Forest Service Road 16 for approximately 11 miles to the junction with Forest Service Road 1675. Follow Forest Service Road 1675 approximately 6 miles to the junction with Forest Service Road 774. Follow Forest Service Road 774 to the traihead.