About this campground
Established in an old growth ponderosa pine stand, this area includes a short barrier-free trail with interpretive signs, longer trail through additional old growth area, a parking area, picnic table and barrier free toilet. The trail allows visitors to learn about old growth ponderosa pine stands first hand while enjoying a beautiful, easy hike.
Getting there
From the town of John Day, OR., travel south on US Highway 395 approximately 15 miles, the trailhead is on the left.
Activities
- PICNICKING
Nearby federal campgrounds
- Starr Sno-ParkMalheur National Forest1 mi
- FALL MOUNTAIN LOOKOUT CABINMalheur National Forest4 mi
- McClellan TrailheadMalheur National Forest11 mi
- Murderers Creek Guard StationMalheur National Forest12 mi
- Buckhorn Meadows TrailheadMalheur National Forest14 mi
- DEER CREEK GUARD STATION CABINMalheur National Forest15 mi
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Swick Old Growth Interpretive Site doesn't take campsite reservations — but plenty of nearby Oregon campgrounds do, and we'll alert you the moment a sold-out site opens up.
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