Lower Camp Creek Campground

About this campground

<h2>Overview</h2> <p>A pleasantly small campground tucked among ponderosa pines along a forest creek.  This campground is popular with hunters.  Just a short drive away from the beautiful Middle Fork of the John Day River.  Less than a mile away is Arch Rock Trail #258, an ash flow tuff with a scenic arch and several small rock shelters eroded into the outcrop, allowing visitors a place to see fascinating geological features.  A bit further at 13 miles away is Magone Lake Campground, a great place to swim, fish or hike.</p><h2>Recreation</h2> <p>Visitors can enjoy easy access to the Arch Rock Trail, where eroded ash flows and rock shelters offer a chance to experience fascinating geological features up close. The Middle Fork John Day River is just a short drive away, providing scenic landscapes and additional outdoor exploration. The campground is also a popular starting point for hunters. </p><h2>Facilities</h2> <p>Each campsite has a picnic table, fire ring, and parking for camp trailers. Accessible vault toilet is conveniently located in the middle of the campground. </p> <h2>Nearby Attractions</h2> <ul><li><p>Middle Fork John Day River</p></li><li><p><a href="https://www.fs.usda.gov/r06/malheur/recreation/magone-lake-campground" rel="nofollow">Magone Recreation Area</a></p></li><li><p><a href="https://www.fs.usda.gov/r06/malheur/recreation/trails/sumpter-valley-interpretive-trail-260" rel="nofollow">Sumpter Valley Interpretative Site</a></p></li><li><p><a href="https://www.fs.usda.gov/r06/malheur/recreation/trails/davis-creek-trail-244" rel="nofollow">Davis Creek Trail</a></p></li><li><p><a href="https://www.fs.usda.gov/r06/malheur/recreation/vinegar-hill-indian-rock-scenic-area" rel="nofollow">Vinegar Hill Indian Rock Scenic Area</a></p></li><li><p><a href="https://www.austinhouse26.com/" rel="nofollow">Austin House</a></p></li><li><p><a href="https://stateparks.oregon.gov/index.cfm?do=park.profile&parkId=109" rel="nofollow">Bates State Park</a></p></li><li><p><a href="https://www.gcoregonlive.com/members/dewitt-museum-and-depot-park/" rel="nofollow">Dewitt Museum and Depot Park</a></p></li><li><p><a href="https://friendsofkamwahchung.com/" rel="nofollow">Kam Wah Chung & Co. State Heritage Site</a></p></li><li><p><a href="https://www.facebook.com/GCRanchnRodeoMuseum/" rel="nofollow">Grant County Ranch and Rodeo Museum</a></p></li><li><p><a href="https://grantcountyhistoricalmuseum.org/" rel="nofollow">Grant County Historical Museum</a></p></li></ul><p></p> <h2>Contact Info</h2> For facility specific information, please call (541) 575-3000.

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