FR 5850400 — South Prong Trailhead in OR -- Free Camping & Overnight Parking in Oregon

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FR 5850400 — South Prong Trailhead in OR

Ochoco NF, Paulina Ranger District
4,375 ft
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A 10.0-mile stretch of dirt 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 10 miles in are maintained only for high-clearance vehicles. 9.3 of the 10 miles in are dirt. Climbs 1,300 ft over 10 miles -- sustained grades near 12%, with pitches to 17%. Stretches run along a shelf with a drop of up to ~110 ft on the downhill side. Winds through 5 switchbacks.

Private here -- the nearest through road is 2.1 miles off. South Wind Creek Reservoir lies 1.1 mi off. Wolf Mountain stands 2,115 ft above the site, 5.3 miles northwest. The nearest town, John Day, is 35 mi off.

September normals 42–75°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?