Priest Hole Recreation Area is located near the John Day River in Oregon, offering a landscape of open spaces and riverbanks. Temperatures can range from highs in the 80s during summer to lows in the 30s in winter. Nearby attractions include the Painted Hills, part of the John Day Fossil Beds National Monument, providing opportunities for exploration and photography.

Priest Hole Recreation Area

Mitchell, OR is a great camping destination for adventurers of all types. Discover secluded campsites where you can reconnect with nature. Or maybe you like to bring your family and friends along. Either way, there are Mitchell campgrounds just for you. You're sure to find the perfect campground for your Mitchell camping trip.

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Getting to camp you drive into a “canyon”, switch backs most of the way down. The road is bumpy but does not require 4WD or high clearance. Once you get to the bottom of the canyon, the road will pass by a vaulted toilet. You continue down the road and a bunch of campsites pop up that line the river. Great space for big groups, dog friendly, all around great hang! 

Great camping right on the John Day River 

Mostly gravel road, high clearance is not necessary but there are some pretty big holes in the road, made it in a Toyota Corolla just fine but have gone in larger vehicles and tends to be a little less risky. 

Not a ton of camping spots near the water but plenty of open spaces elsewhere. Pretty spaced out if you choose the right spot.


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