Dixie Campground

Malheur National Forest · John Day · Oregon — managed by USDA Forest Service

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About this campground

Overview Dixie Campground is a short drive off of Highway US 26 near Dixie Summit. This is a great destination for berry picking, it is also a wonderful base camp for anyone wanting to hike, hunt or just explore the Malheur National Forest.  There is a day use picnic area before you enter the overnight campground. The Sumpter Valley Interpretive and Davis Creek Trails as well as other great recreational activities are just a short drive from the campground. It's a short drive to Prairie City or Bates. Recreation Dixie Campground provides a variety of recreation opportunities throughout the summer and fall. In late July and early August, visitors can take advantage of excellent huckleberry picking in the surrounding area. A designated picnic area offers a comfortable spot for outdoor meals and gatherings. When hunting season arrives, the campground's proximity to hunting terrain makes it a favored destination for hunters. Facilities Each campsite has a picnic table, fire ring, and parking for camp trailers. Accessible vault toilets are conveniently located in the campground. Contact Info For facility specific information, please call (541) 575-3000. Nearby Attractions Middle Fork John Day River Sumpter Valley Interpretative Site Davis Creek Trail Vinegar Hill Indian Rock Scenic Area Austin House Bates State Park Dewitt Museum and Depot Park Kam Wah Chung & Co. State Heritage Site Grant County Ranch and Rodeo Museum Grant County Historical Museum

Getting there

From the town of Prairie City, OR., travel 8 miles east on Highway 26, the campground will be on the left.

Activities

  • HUNTING
  • CAMPING
  • HIKING
  • BERRY PICKING

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