FR 3988000 — Putney Mountain in OR -- Free Camping & Overnight Parking in Oregon

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FR 3988000 — Putney Mountain in OR

Umatilla NF, North Fork John Day Ranger District
4,359 ft
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A 7.3-mile stretch of gravel National Forest road in Grant County, OR.

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

All 7.3 miles in are maintained only for high-clearance vehicles. Mostly gravel, with 1.1 miles of dirt. Level ground alongside most of its length.

Putney Mountain stands 910 ft above the site, 1.9 miles east. The nearest town, John Day, is 31 mi off.

September normals 45–72°F, 0.7″ rain. Monthly averages, PRISM 1991–2020.

Nearby Spots
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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.

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Sources checked August 2026Something wrong here?