Dixie Campground is located near Prairie City in the Malheur National Forest. The area features forested terrain with a mix of trees and open spaces. Campers can experience temperatures ranging from 30°F in winter to 85°F in summer, and nearby attractions include the Strawberry Mountain Wilderness and John Day Fossil Beds National Monument.

This is a great destination for berry picking, it is also a wonderful base camp for anyone wanting to hike, hunt or just explore the Malheur National Forest. The Sumpter Valley Interpretive Trail, Davis Creek Trail as well as other great recreational activities are just a short drive from the campground.

Dixie Campground

Whether you're an RVer or tent camper, Prairie City, OR is a great place to post up for the weekend—or longer. Enjoy the scenic camping, fun activities, and sights and sounds of Prairie City. At The Dyrt, campers like you share their favorite spots, plus tips and photos. No matter where you're headed in Prairie City, you'll find the best spot for you and your camping crew.

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The Best Camping Near Prairie City, Oregon

We chose Dixie because it was a little closer to civilization than Yellow Pine, Wetmore &amp; Oregon campgrounds further east on Hwy 26. There is no host, it’s at a higher elevation and it is a little off the highway. The loop is kind of on two levels so some spaces are well spaced out. Vault toilets distributed around the loop. The one we used was clean and supplied. There were only 2-3 other sites occupied and no one near us when we stayed. No reservations. We chose a site that sat a bit downhill from where our car was parked but was a really lovely spot. We didn’t mind hauling our stuff down. The wind picked up the first afternoon we were there and we actually saw a tree fall in the distance which was a little disconcerting. Just be aware of where you place your tent and the trees around you. Absolutely beautiful area with wild strawberries and blueberries and salmon berries, currants and more. Loved the peace and tranquillity of this campground but close enough to Prairie City which is where we got firewood (from Mountain View mini mart, no wood at Huffman’s Market &amp; no wood at Austin House market at the top of the pass). We visited the little Sumpter Railroad interpretive site and Bates State Park both great for walking around with kids. Would definitely come back and do more hiking in the Blue Mountains. 


Great low key spot

What a beautiful site for camping. Saw several deer there when we arrived. It was very peaceful. 

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