FR 1200101 — Bear Mountain in OR -- Free Camping & Overnight Parking in Oregon

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FR 1200101 — Bear Mountain in OR

Ochoco NF, Paulina Ranger District
5,372 ft
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A 0.9-mile stretch of dirt National Forest road in Wheeler 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 0.9 miles in are maintained only for high-clearance vehicles. Dirt the whole way in (0.9 miles). Climbs 210 ft over 0.9 miles -- sustained grades near 12%, with pitches to 16%. Level ground alongside most of its length.

Connally Spring lies 0.6 mi off. Bear Mountain stands 741 ft above the site, 2.0 miles northeast. The nearest town, Juniper Canyon, is 45 mi off.

September normals 43–70°F, 0.6″ 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.

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