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Middle Fork (OR) Campground Malheur National Forest Oregon

Middle Fork (OR) Overview

Middle Fork Campground has 10 (first-come first-served) campsites just off Highway 20 next to the Middle Fork John Day River in Malheur National Forest.

The seasonal campground is usually open mid May to mid October. Amenities include vault toilets and trash collection. Potable (drinking) water is not available. Cell service is also not available.

Campsites can accommodate tents, trailers and RVs. Each site also has a gravel parking spur, table, fire ring and grill. Hookups are not available.

Middle Fork Campground – Area Recreation & Activities

Outdoor recreation in the area includes fishing, kayaking, hiking, hunting, mountain biking, picnicking, stargazing and wildlife viewing.

Deerhorn Campground is another camping option (1.5 miles), and Bates State Park is about 6.5 miles south of Highway 20.

Amenities
  • BBQ Grills
  • Campsite Tables
  • Cell Service - None
  • Dumpsters
  • Fire Pit
  • Fire Rings
  • Golden Age & Access Passports accepted
  • Pets OK
  • Picnic Tables
  • Trash Collection
Activities
  • Bird Watching
  • Fishing
  • Fly Fishing
  • Hiking
  • Hunting
  • Mountain Biking
  • Photography
  • Picnicking
  • Stargazing
  • Wildlife Viewing
Last updated October 7th, 2026
Middle Fork Road (Hwy. 20)
Bates, Oregon 97817
541 575-3000

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Reservations:

First Come, First Served

Regions
Campsite Types
  • Camper Van
  • Primitive
  • RV
  • Tent
  • Trailer
# of Campsites:

10

Campsite Vehicle Size:

30ft. to 50ft.

Season:

Early May – Late October

Elevation:

3,949

Dump Station:

Off-Site

The nearest RV dump station is at the Unity Lake State Park (about 30 miles away).

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