Starr Campground

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

About this campground

Overview Starr Campground is located just off of US Highway 395 making it very easy to get to.  The campground has an upper level that is closer to the highway, yet still set back amongst beautiful ponderosa pines.  The lower part of the campground is set further back in the pine trees allowing for a more secluded experience.  This beautiful campground sets in a prime spot for hunters, hikers and wildlife enthusiast.  Within a 7 mile drive of the campground are numerous trailheads leading into the beautiful Strawberry Mountain Wilderness.  Just a few more miles down the road is beautiful Logan Valley, this area is amazing during the spring, summer and fall months affording wildflower, wildlife and scenery viewing.  Recreation Starr Campground is a convenient base camp during hunting season, offering easy access to surrounding public lands including the Strawberry Mountain Wilderness. 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 Strawberry Mountain Wilderness Swick Old Growth Interpretive Site Fall Mountain Lookout Starr Snow play Area

Getting there

From the town of John Day, OR., travel south on US Highway 395 approximately 16 miles.  The campground will be on the right.

Activities

  • CAMPING
  • HUNTING
  • HIKING

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