FR 1000060 — The Cockscomb in OR -- Free Camping & Overnight Parking in Oregon

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FR 1000060 — The Cockscomb in OR

Umatilla NF, North Fork John Day Ranger District
4,178 ft
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Overnight camping allowedRUTTED
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A 3.9-mile stretch of dirt National Forest road in Grant County, OR. The road is open seasonally, May 1 to November 30.

Umatilla National Forest, North Fork John Day Ranger District allows dispersed camping here -- 14-day limit in any 30 days.

All 3.9 miles in are maintained only for high-clearance vehicles. 2.9 of the 3.9 miles in are dirt. Level ground alongside most of its length.

The nearest town, John Day, is 37 mi off.

September normals 41–72°F, 0.7″ rain. Monthly averages, PRISM 1991–2020.

Nearby Spots
Middle Fork Campground in ORCampground26.6miMagone Lake Group Campground in ORCampground27.5miDeerhorn Camp in ORCampground27.6miMagone Lake in ORCampground27.9miPrimitive Camping Area in ORCampground30.9mi
Fire restrictions

Set by Umatilla National Forest, North Fork John Day Ranger District. Stage 1 and 2 orders change within days -- check the current order before you build a fire.

fs.usda.gov
Sources checked August 2026Something wrong here?