Within Malheur National Forest, Deerhorn Forest Camp provides year-round camping access near river terrain. This US Forest Service campground operates in all seasons, making it accessible when many higher-elevation sites close for winter. The riverside location offers water access for campers interested in fishing or water activities.
Prairie City sits 12.8 miles southwest, providing the nearest town services and resupply options. Middle Fork Campground operates just one mile northwest for campers comparing nearby options. The forest setting works well for visitors seeking a base camp for exploring the broader Malheur National Forest region year-round.
Description
This small campground offers fishing, exploring, nature watching and hunting opportunities in the Middle Fork John Day River State Scenic Waterway. The campground is busiest during late summer and hunting season.
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Location
Public CampgroundDeerhorn Forest Camp is located in Oregon
Directions
From Prairie City, OR., travel east on Highway 26 approximately 13 miles to the junction of Highway 26 and Highway 7. Turn onto Highway 7 for approximately 1/8th of a mile to the junction with County Road 20, turn onto County Road 20. On County Road 20 travel approximately 4 miles, the campground will be on your left. The turn for the campground is on a corner, the entrance is marked with a small green sign.
Coordinates
44.62200006 N
118.58000018 W
Connectivity
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Access
Site Types
- Tent Sites
Features
Drive Time
- 2 hrs 40 min from Boise, ID
- 3 hrs 13 min from Walla Walla, WA
- 3 hrs 23 min from Bend, OR
- 3 hrs 28 min from Kennewick, WA
