FR 5850140 — South Prong Trailhead in OR -- Free Camping & Overnight Parking in Oregon

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FR 5850140 — South Prong Trailhead in OR

Ochoco NF, Paulina Ranger District
4,553 ft
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A 2.6-mile stretch of gravel National Forest road in Grant County, OR. The road is open seasonally, November 26 to September 26.

Ochoco National Forest, Paulina Ranger District allows dispersed camping here -- 14-day limit.

All 2.6 miles in are maintained only for high-clearance vehicles. Gravel the whole way in (2.6 miles). Climbs 230 ft over 2.6 miles -- sustained grades near 12%, with pitches to 13%.

Private here -- the nearest through road is 1.8 miles off. South Wind Creek Reservoir lies 0.7 mi off. Wolf Mountain stands 1,937 ft above the site, 5.4 miles northwest. The nearest town, John Day, is 35 mi off.

September normals 41–74°F, 0.5″ rain. Monthly averages, PRISM 1991–2020.

Nearby Spots
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Fire restrictions

Set by Ochoco National Forest, Paulina 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?