Point of Interest
This trail begins at North Fork John Day Trailhead within the Campground. This 22.9 mile trail travels east along along the Wild and Scenic North Fork John Day River within North Fork John Day Wilderness and ends at Oriental Creek Trailhead on Forest Service Road 5506. This trail is popular for its fishing, hunting, hiking, and pack and saddle recreation opportunities.
Length: 22.9 Miles
Loop Trail: No
Primary Trail Type: Backcountry
Additional Trail Types: Wilderness trail
Agency: USDA Forest Service
Entry Fee: -
Fee Notes: -
Parking Fee: 5
Permit Fee: -
Trail Use Notes:
Dogs off leash - allowed
Seasonal Use Notes:
None
Location: North Fork John Day Ranger District, Umatilla National Forest
County: Umatilla, Grant
State: OR
Townships: -
Driving Directions:
From Ukiah, OR head southeast on Forest Service Road 52 approximately 40 miles to the North Fork John Day Campground and trailhead. Parking for the trailhead is in the north end of the campground.
Besides the 20-site campground, there is a large trailhead parking area, toilet, unloading ramp, and facilities for stock animals (corrals, mangers, hitching posts).
This site is directly adjacent to the Wild & Scenic North Fork John Day River and the Blue Mountain National Scenic Byway.
Average Grade: 5%
Maximum Grade: 10%
Elevation High: 5500 Feet
Elevation Low: 3300 Feet
Elevation Gain: -
Average Width: 18 Inches
Minimum Width: -
Primary Surface: Soil
Additional Surfaces: Soil
Year Designated: 1979
