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Painted Hills South Camp

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Painted Hills South Camp is located near the Painted Hills in Oregon, featuring rolling hills and open landscapes. Temperatures can range from 30°F in winter to 90°F in summer. Nearby attractions include the Painted Hills Unit of the John Day Fossil Beds National Monument, offering unique geological formations and hiking opportunities.

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Painted Hills South Camp is located in Oregon

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44.63644915 N
120.2957435 W

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Spoke'n Hostel Creekside Camping

35 min away

Wildcat Campground & Day Use Area

1 hr 12 min away

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1 hr 45 min from Bend
3 hrs 19 min from Kennewick
3 hrs 45 min from Portland
3 hrs 46 min from Salem

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Enjoy dispersed camping on government land and leave no trace. Pack in and pack out. No (or limited) services at this camping area. Permit may be required.

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Reviewed Sep. 3, 2025

Good Backup Spot

This site is on the far end of the painted hills park, just outside of the gate. There is a sign that says "no turn around" but the exact spot of that is way down the road and you can turn around in this camping area.
There were a few bad ruts from people traversing in the mud but still a couple of level areas.
This is our backup spot if we strike out at Priest Hole, but haven't yet.

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Teresa A.