River access draws anglers and paddlers to North Fork Malheur, a US Forest Service campground positioned along the North Fork Malheur River in Grant County. The established site operates year-round within Malheur National Forest, though rough access conditions require vehicles capable of handling challenging road surfaces.
Campers should prepare for primitive conditions and plan accordingly for the demanding approach route. The riverside location provides direct water access for fishing and other river activities. For those seeking easier access, Fopian Campground sits less than four miles north with more conventional road conditions.
Description
Near the Wild and Scenic North Fork Malheur River, fishing for Rainbow Trout is popular. Within 1/2 of a mile of the campsite is the North Fork Malheur Trailhead. The area is an excellent base camp for hunters, hikers or anyone just looking for a quiet get away. The road in to this area is quite rough and becomes very muddy after periods of rain.
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Location
Public CampgroundNorth Fork Malheur 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 continue past the cemetary, the road then becomes County Road 62. Follow County Road 62 approximately 20 miles to the junction with Forest Road 16, turn east onto Forest Road 16. Follow Forest Raod 16 for approximately 12 miles to the junction with Forest Road 1675, the turn will be on the right. Follow Forest Road 1675 for approximately 2 miles to the campground.
Coordinates
44.20900016 N
118.38200036 W
Connectivity
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Access
Site Types
- Tent Sites
Features
Drive Time
- 2 hrs 51 min from Boise, ID
- 3 hrs 34 min from Bend, OR
- 3 hrs 58 min from Walla Walla, WA
- 4 hrs 9 min from Kennewick, WA
