## Overview

This small campground along the Scenic Middle Fork of the John Day River set
back amongst beautiful ponderosa pine trees is a great spot for fishing and
viewing spawning steelhead in the fall. The campground is a good starting
point for hunters, hikers and those wishing to see beautiful scenery, wildlife
and wildflowers. The campground sets just off of the county road allowing for
easy access to all variety of vehicles and bicycles.

## Recreation

This campground offers excellent fishing access along the Middle Fork John Day
River, along with a unique chance to view spawning steelhead during the fall
months. Visitors can enjoy nearby hikes and wildlife and wildflower viewing.
It also provides a great base camp for hunters.

## Facilities

Each campsite has a picnic table, fire ring and parking for camp trailers.
Accessible vault toilets are conveniently located in the middle of the
campground.

## Natural Features

Middle Fork John Day River

## Contact Info

For facility specific information, please call (541) 575-3000.

## Nearby Attractions

  * Davis Creek Trail

  * Vinegar Hill Indian Rock Scenic Area

  * Tempest Mine Trail

  * Sunrise Butte Trail

  * Princess Trail

  * Bates State Park

  * Austin House

<h2>Overview</h2>
<p>This small campground along the Scenic Middle Fork of the John Day River set back amongst beautiful ponderosa pine trees is a great spot for fishing and viewing spawning steelhead in the fall.  The campground is a good starting point for hunters, hikers and those wishing to see beautiful scenery, wildlife and wildflowers.  The campground sets just off of the county road allowing for easy access to all variety of vehicles and bicycles. </p><h2>Recreation</h2>
<p>This campground offers excellent fishing access along the Middle Fork John Day River, along with a unique chance to view spawning steelhead during the fall months. Visitors can enjoy nearby hikes and wildlife and wildflower viewing. It also provides a great base camp for hunters. </p><h2>Facilities</h2>
<p>Each campsite has a picnic table, fire ring and parking for camp trailers. Accessible vault toilets are conveniently located in the middle of the campground. </p><h2>Natural Features</h2>
<p>Middle Fork John Day River</p>
<h2>Contact Info</h2>
For facility specific information, please call (541) 575-3000.
<h2>Nearby Attractions</h2>
<ul><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.fs.usda.gov/r06/malheur/recreation/trails/tempest-mine-trail-256" rel="nofollow">Tempest Mine Trail</a></p></li><li><p><a href="https://www.fs.usda.gov/r06/malheur/recreation/trails/sunrise-butte-trail-255" rel="nofollow">Sunrise Butte Trail</a></p></li><li><p><a href="https://www.fs.usda.gov/r06/malheur/recreation/princess-trailhead-west" rel="nofollow">Princess Trail</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.austinhouse26.com/" rel="nofollow">Austin House</a></p></li></ul>

campsite

vault toilet

Middle Fork Campground

## Overview

Sunshine Guard Station is situated along John Day River in the Malheur
National Forest at an elevation of 3,700 feet, about 43 miles northeast of
John Day, Oregon. The former guard station was built in 1936 and until the
1990s was used alternatively as a bunkhouse or a work station for fireguards.  
  
The guard station can be accessed by vehicle. Guests are responsible for their
own travel arrangements and safety, and must bring several of their own
amenities.

## Recreation

Recreational options include fishing for steelhead and rainbow trout in the
John Day River. Restrictions apply; visitors should refer to Oregon State
regulations.  
  
There are hiking trails and back roads to the north of the guard station that
lead into the nearby Vinegar Hill / Indian Rock Scenic Area.  
  
Wildlife viewing is popular, as is scenic driving.

## Facilities

This rustic four-room cabin sleeps up to six and has a kitchen, living room,
and two bedrooms. The living room is furnished with a futon, two chairs, a
coffee table and an end table. The larger bedroom is furnished with a queen-
sized bed and a closet, while the smaller bedroom offers a queen-sized bed and
a chair.  
  
The kitchen is furnished with a table and four chairs, electric refrigerator,
and stove. Electric heat and lights are provided, and a vault toilet is
located next to the cabin.  
  
There is no water in the cabin. Guests must bring their own water for
drinking, cooking and washing.  
  
Roads to the guard station are paved and maintained for summer and winter
access.

No pets allowed in the Guard Station.

## Natural Features

The guard station has a view of the Middle Fork of the John Day River. The
Vinegar Hill Forest/Indian Rock Scenic Area is nearby. The 25,000-acre area
includes a 10 mile ridgeline that comprises the summit of the Greenhorn Range
in the Blue Mountains of eastern Oregon. Outcrops of serpentine, rhyolite,
basalt, granite, and shale can be seen. Agates can also be found on some of
the rocky slopes.  
  
Wildlife includes elk and deer, songbirds and, in the river, steelhead and
trout. Nearly every type of alpine wildflower found west of the Rockies can be
blooming at different times in this area.  
  
Magone Lake is about 20 miles west of the guard station.

## Contact Info

For facility specific information, please call (541) 575-3000.

<h2>Overview</h2>
Sunshine Guard Station is situated along John Day River in the Malheur National Forest at an elevation of 3,700 feet, about 43 miles northeast of John Day, Oregon. The former guard station was built in 1936 and until the 1990s was used alternatively as a bunkhouse or a work station for fireguards. 
<br/><br/>
The guard station can be accessed by vehicle. Guests are responsible for their own travel arrangements and safety, and must bring several of their own amenities.<h2>Recreation</h2>
<p>Recreational options include fishing for steelhead and rainbow trout in the John Day River. Restrictions apply; visitors should refer to Oregon State regulations. <br>  <br>There are hiking trails and back roads to the north of the guard station that lead into the nearby Vinegar Hill / Indian Rock Scenic Area. <br>  <br>Wildlife viewing is popular, as is scenic driving.</p>
<h2>Facilities</h2>
<p>This rustic four-room cabin sleeps up to six and has a kitchen, living room, and two bedrooms. The living room is furnished with a futon, two chairs, a coffee table and an end table. The larger bedroom is furnished with a queen-sized bed and a closet, while the smaller bedroom offers a queen-sized bed and a chair. <br> <br>The kitchen is furnished with a table and four chairs, electric refrigerator, and stove. Electric heat and lights are provided, and a vault toilet is located next to the cabin.<br> <br>There is no water in the cabin. Guests must bring their own water for drinking, cooking and washing.<br> <br>Roads to the guard station are paved and maintained for summer and winter access. </p>
<p>No pets allowed in the Guard Station. </p>
<h2>Natural Features</h2>
<p>The guard station has a view of the Middle Fork of the John Day River. The Vinegar Hill Forest/Indian Rock Scenic Area is nearby. The 25,000-acre area includes a 10 mile ridgeline that comprises the summit of the Greenhorn Range in the Blue Mountains of eastern Oregon. Outcrops of serpentine, rhyolite, basalt, granite, and shale can be seen. Agates can also be found on some of the rocky slopes. <br>  <br>Wildlife includes elk and deer, songbirds and, in the river, steelhead and trout. Nearly every type of alpine wildflower found west of the Rockies can be blooming at different times in this area. <br>  <br>Magone Lake is about 20 miles west of the guard station.</p>

<h2>Contact Info</h2>
For facility specific information, please call (541) 575-3000.

White cabin in meadow with split rail fence and pine trees

SUNSHINE GUARD STATION

Sunshine Guard Station

This rustic camp offers a few sites and is also a trailhead which accesses the
Vinegar Hill-Indian Rock Scenic Area.  From the trailhead visitors can access
other trails such as the Princess trail #251, Sunrise Butte Trail #255 and
Blackeye Trail #243.  Allowing for multiple opportunities for hiking.

<p>This rustic camp offers a few sites and is also a trailhead which accesses the <a href="http://www.fs.usda.gov/recarea/malheur/recarea/?recid=39908">Vinegar Hill-Indian Rock Scenic Area</a>.&nbsp; From the trailhead visitors can access other trails such as the <a href="http://www.fs.usda.gov/recarea/malheur/recarea/?recid=40004">Princess trail #251</a>, <a href="http://www.fs.usda.gov/recarea/malheur/recarea/?recid=40012">Sunrise Butte Trail #255</a> and <a href="http://www.fs.usda.gov/recarea/malheur/recarea/?recid=39916">Blackeye Trail #243</a>.&nbsp; Allowing for multiple opportunities for hiking.&nbsp;</p>

Bird's eye view of the campground

Head O' Boulder Forest Camp

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 ashflow tuff with a scenic arch and several small
rockshelters 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>A pleasantly small campground tucked among ponderosa pines along a forest creek.&nbsp; This campground is popular with hunters.&nbsp; Just a short drive away from the beautiful Middle Fork of the John Day River.&nbsp; Less than a mile away is <a href="http://www.fs.usda.gov/recarea/malheur/recarea/?recid=39910">Arch Rock Trail #258</a>, an ashflow tuff with a scenic arch and several small rockshelters eroded into the outcrop, allowing visitors a place to see fascinating geological features.&nbsp; A bit further at 13 miles away is <a href="http://www.fs.usda.gov/recarea/malheur/recarea/?recid=39964">Magone Lake Campground</a>, a great place to swim, fish or hike.</p>

$6/Night for single unit, $3/Night for extra vehicle

Lower Camp Creek Campground

## Overview

Magone Lake Campground is situated along its namesake lake in the northern
reaches of Malheur National Forest in the Blue Mountains of eastern Oregon.
Visitors enjoy fishing, canoeing, swimming and hiking.

## Recreation

The Magone Lake area offers swimming, fishing, hiking and mountain biking
opportunities. The lake contains eastern brook and rainbow trout. A boat ramp
is available on-site. Visitors also enjoy viewing wildflowers and interesting
geology throughout the region.

## Facilities

The campground offers both a picnic shelter and overnight campsite for groups
to reserve. These sites can accommodate up to 75 people each. Individual
family sites are available on a first-come, first-served basis.  
  
Picnic tables and campfire rings with grills are provided, as are vault
toilets and drinking water.

## Natural Features

The campground is set in a forest of Engelmann spruce and ponderosa pine.
Magone Lake covers about 50 acres and features both deep holes of up to 100
feet and shoals on the north side. Geologists believe Magone Lake was created
by a landslide in the early 1800s. It is located in the southern reaches of
the Malheur National Forest.

## Contact Info

For facility specific information, please call (541) 575-3131.

<h2>Overview</h2>
Magone Lake Campground is situated along its namesake lake in the northern reaches of Malheur National Forest in the Blue Mountains of eastern Oregon. Visitors enjoy fishing, canoeing, swimming and hiking.<h2>Recreation</h2>
The Magone Lake area offers swimming, fishing, hiking and mountain biking opportunities. The lake contains eastern brook and rainbow trout. A boat ramp is available on-site. Visitors also enjoy viewing wildflowers and interesting geology throughout the region.<h2>Facilities</h2>
The campground offers both a picnic shelter and overnight campsite for groups to reserve. These sites can accommodate up to 75 people each. Individual family sites are available on a first-come, first-served basis. 
<br/><br/>
Picnic tables and campfire rings with grills are provided, as are vault toilets and drinking water.<h2>Natural Features</h2>
The campground is set in a forest of Engelmann spruce and ponderosa pine. Magone Lake covers about 50 acres and features both deep holes of up to 100 feet and shoals on the north side. Geologists believe Magone Lake was created by a landslide in the early 1800s. It is located in the southern reaches of the Malheur National Forest.
<h2>Contact Info</h2>
For facility specific information, please call (541) 575-3131.

Middle Fork Campground

Overview

Recreation

Facilities

Natural Features

Contact Info

Nearby Attractions

Directions

Reviews

Camp Sites

Nearby Campgrounds

Sunshine Guard Station

Head O' Boulder Forest Camp

Lower Camp Creek Campground

Magone Lake