The best RV sites in Ochoco National Forest, OR
77% (11)
Central Oregon hosts high mountains, thick pine forests, and lots of wilderness.
The best RV sites in Ochoco National Forest, OR
Elkhorn Campground
1. Elkhorn Campground
100%
(2)
Electrical hookup
Pets
Sugar Creek Campground
2. Sugar Creek Campground
100%
(2)
Electrical hookup
Pets
Deep Creek Campground
3. Deep Creek Campground
100%
(1)
Electrical hookup
Pets
Haystack West Shore Campground
4. Haystack West Shore Campground
Electrical hookup
Pets
Skull Hollow Campground
5. Skull Hollow Campground
Electrical hookup
Pets
Back Side of Painted Hills Camping
6. Back Side of Painted Hills Camping
97%
(112)
17mi from Ochoco National Forest · 1 site · Tent, RV
This 320 acre plot of land on which you can hike anywhere has been in our family since 1993.
Large, graveled spot for tents or two vehicles with excellent view for miles and miles and night star gazing. Primitive outhouse. Juniper forest with sage brush... basically high desert vegetation. We only allow one reservation per night. You can arrange vehicles or tents to not be in view or block any view from house way above. 320 acres to hike and roam. Mitchell is 10 miles away with well stocked grocery and feed store, restaurants, small brewery, and tire shop. We give directions fairly quickly. Road is wide, but steep at top. 4 wheel drive is recommended. Very close to the Painted Hills Unit of the John Day Fossil Beds National monument, Ochoco National Forest is seven miles. John Day River for swimming, rafting about 20 minutes. If you can book, it means you can drive on up with out contacting us. As you drive in if at night, you will see a light on the outhouse.
Pets
from
$21
/ night
The Enclave, OR
7. The Enclave, OR
100%
(31)
26mi from Ochoco National Forest · 1 site · Tent, RV
Escape to Twickenham, Oregon, a hidden gem in Wheeler County's vast, dark sky zone. Prepare to be amazed by unparalleled stargazing, where the celestial canvas comes alive with breathtaking clarity.
Our spacious campsite on a private 10-acre property offers unparalleled stargazing, where you can witness pristine celestial displays and perhaps even catch a glimpse of the Unidentified Aerial Phenomena (UAP) that frequent the area.
Wheeler County was recently highlighted in Investigation Alien, a Netflix documentary led by George Knapp. This area offers a unique opportunity to connect with the cosmos and perhaps witness something truly extraordinary.
The Enclave provides the perfect base for your celestial adventures with dramatic day views of the rimrocks, mountains, and open skies.
Explore nearby wonders like the John Day Fossil Beds, Painted Hills, and the John Day River, or simply relax under the star-studded canopy. We're conveniently located just one mile from the Twickenham Bridge, a popular access point for John Day River float trips.
The property features a 6,120 sq ft fenced garden and lavender crop – fresh produce, herbs, and lavender are available seasonally.
Electrical hookup
Pets
from
$35
/ night
Prineville Acres Private RV Camping
8. Prineville Acres Private RV Camping
96%
(12)
36mi from Ochoco National Forest · 1 site
Prineville Acres is a 2 acre, flat and peaceful, uninhabited rustic getaway in Prineville to enjoy all to yourself. It is located 7 minutes from Prineville Reservoir and 12 minutes from town. The property is situated on a quiet corner, and is best suited for dry campers who want a more private experience as there is no host on site and you do not share the space with other campers. The center area is cleared of trees, has a newly updated graveled fire ring for warming fires, and a newly graveled RV pad and parking area along one side. There is a deck and a shed used for host storage, and trees surrounding the perimeter of the property. The adjacent 2 acre property is also uninhabited, adding to your sense of privacy, while the neighboring property to the rear has live- in very quiet tenants. Local deer travel through the property at all times of the year so please be respectful of wildlife.
In the summer, bring your boat, kayaks, bikes, paddle boards, off road vehicles or ATV's, and use them in the surrounding waterways, on the nearby public use BLM land, Millican Valley OHV Trail System, or Four Corners Staging Area. Bring your family's fishing poles and take the kids to the local Youth Fishing Pond, nearby Haystack or Ochoco or Prineville Reservoirs that are stocked year-round with trout. Within just a couple minutes of the property is a local petting zoo you are sure to enjoy and be sure to stop in town at Tastee Treet for the best milkshakes and burgers around! And- if you enjoy relaxed open-air fire side setting2, stop by the Wild Ride Brewery for a truly enjoyable outdoor family friendly experience and grab a brew and pizza or fish n chips at the on-site food carts.
After dinner, don’t forget to take a moment to enjoy the most beautiful sunsets and opportunity for stargazing unlike anywhere else at the overlook or our camp spot!!
Pets
from
$25
/ night
High Desert Juniper
9. High Desert Juniper
100%
(39)
36mi from Ochoco National Forest · 1 site
Learn more about this land:Residence with Cascade views, birds, bunnies, quail and lizards mixed in. Some privacy, close to Prineville Reservoir and 5 miles from downtown Prineville. House and shop are modern and well kept, site is almost flat with good tasting well water and of course juniper trees.
Pets
Full hookups
from
$40
/ night
Haystack Ranch
10. Haystack Ranch
94%
(142)
37mi from Ochoco National Forest · 17 sites · Tents, RVs
My family has owned the ranch since 1977. We bought it from my parents a few years ago to keep it in the family. We love living here, and although it is just the two of us working it, we are slowly getting it to what we want it to be. The house we live in is over 100 years old and used to be a stage coach stop back in the late 1800's to early 1900's, You can still see some of the old stage coach roads on the property, and we are trying to preserve those the best we can. Also in the early 1900's this ranch used to be the place to go on the fourth of July. People from all over would bring their prize horses to compete in a horse race for the name of the fastest horses around While others would bring picnic baskets to set back on the knoll in one of our fields to watch. Learn more about this land:We are a 500 Acre working ranch located in Beautiful East Central Oregon, We are Between The stunning Painted Hills, and Umatilla National Forest. Just a few miles away from the Gorgeous John Day River, where Rafting, Tubing, Fishing, Swimming is always a welcome retreat. A few miles above us is Bull Prairie Lake and the wonderful Umatilla National Forest where hiking, sight seeing and wildlife viewing is always available.
Pets
from
$35
/ night
Antelope Flat Reservoir Campground
11. Antelope Flat Reservoir Campground
Electrical hookup
Pets
Double Cabin Campground
12. Double Cabin Campground
Electrical hookup
Pets
Wiley Flat Campground
13. Wiley Flat Campground
Electrical hookup
Pets
Barnhouse Campground
14. Barnhouse Campground
Electrical hookup
Pets
Big Spring Campground
15. Big Spring Campground
Electrical hookup
Pets
Biggs Springs Campground
16. Biggs Springs Campground
Electrical hookup
Pets
Cottonwood Campground
17. Cottonwood Campground
Electrical hookup
Pets
Cottonwood Pit Campground
18. Cottonwood Pit Campground
Electrical hookup
Pets
Frazier Campground
19. Frazier Campground
Electrical hookup
Pets
Scotts Campground
20. Scotts Campground
Electrical hookup
Pets
77% (11)
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Back Side of Painted Hills Camping
Back Side of Painted Hills Camping
97%
(112)
17mi from Ochoco National Forest · 1 site · Tent, RV
This 320 acre plot of land on which you can hike anywhere has been in our family since 1993.
Large, graveled spot for tents or two vehicles with excellent view for miles and miles and night star gazing. Primitive outhouse. Juniper forest with sage brush... basically high desert vegetation. We only allow one reservation per night. You can arrange vehicles or tents to not be in view or block any view from house way above. 320 acres to hike and roam. Mitchell is 10 miles away with well stocked grocery and feed store, restaurants, small brewery, and tire shop. We give directions fairly quickly. Road is wide, but steep at top. 4 wheel drive is recommended. Very close to the Painted Hills Unit of the John Day Fossil Beds National monument, Ochoco National Forest is seven miles. John Day River for swimming, rafting about 20 minutes. If you can book, it means you can drive on up with out contacting us. As you drive in if at night, you will see a light on the outhouse.
Pets
from
$21
/ night
The Enclave, OR
The Enclave, OR
100%
(31)
26mi from Ochoco National Forest · 1 site · Tent, RV
Escape to Twickenham, Oregon, a hidden gem in Wheeler County's vast, dark sky zone. Prepare to be amazed by unparalleled stargazing, where the celestial canvas comes alive with breathtaking clarity.
Our spacious campsite on a private 10-acre property offers unparalleled stargazing, where you can witness pristine celestial displays and perhaps even catch a glimpse of the Unidentified Aerial Phenomena (UAP) that frequent the area.
Wheeler County was recently highlighted in Investigation Alien, a Netflix documentary led by George Knapp. This area offers a unique opportunity to connect with the cosmos and perhaps witness something truly extraordinary.
The Enclave provides the perfect base for your celestial adventures with dramatic day views of the rimrocks, mountains, and open skies.
Explore nearby wonders like the John Day Fossil Beds, Painted Hills, and the John Day River, or simply relax under the star-studded canopy. We're conveniently located just one mile from the Twickenham Bridge, a popular access point for John Day River float trips.
The property features a 6,120 sq ft fenced garden and lavender crop – fresh produce, herbs, and lavender are available seasonally.
Electrical hookup
Pets
from
$35
/ night
Prineville Acres Private RV Camping
Prineville Acres Private RV Camping
96%
(12)
36mi from Ochoco National Forest · 1 site
Prineville Acres is a 2 acre, flat and peaceful, uninhabited rustic getaway in Prineville to enjoy all to yourself. It is located 7 minutes from Prineville Reservoir and 12 minutes from town. The property is situated on a quiet corner, and is best suited for dry campers who want a more private experience as there is no host on site and you do not share the space with other campers. The center area is cleared of trees, has a newly updated graveled fire ring for warming fires, and a newly graveled RV pad and parking area along one side. There is a deck and a shed used for host storage, and trees surrounding the perimeter of the property. The adjacent 2 acre property is also uninhabited, adding to your sense of privacy, while the neighboring property to the rear has live- in very quiet tenants. Local deer travel through the property at all times of the year so please be respectful of wildlife.
In the summer, bring your boat, kayaks, bikes, paddle boards, off road vehicles or ATV's, and use them in the surrounding waterways, on the nearby public use BLM land, Millican Valley OHV Trail System, or Four Corners Staging Area. Bring your family's fishing poles and take the kids to the local Youth Fishing Pond, nearby Haystack or Ochoco or Prineville Reservoirs that are stocked year-round with trout. Within just a couple minutes of the property is a local petting zoo you are sure to enjoy and be sure to stop in town at Tastee Treet for the best milkshakes and burgers around! And- if you enjoy relaxed open-air fire side setting2, stop by the Wild Ride Brewery for a truly enjoyable outdoor family friendly experience and grab a brew and pizza or fish n chips at the on-site food carts.
After dinner, don’t forget to take a moment to enjoy the most beautiful sunsets and opportunity for stargazing unlike anywhere else at the overlook or our camp spot!!
Pets
from
$25
/ night
Recent reviews from the Hipcamp community
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Duncan
October 2025
18 ft travel trailer
This site is beautiful, very quiet and in a lovely and scenic part of Oregon near the painted hills. Dickse was friendly and helpful in providing information and welcomed us warmly. I would highly recommend this Hipcamp site.
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Shane
October 2025
Tent
The host was great, the space was great, the scenery was great and the area was great. Will definitely be staying here again.
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Ellie
October 2025
16 ft car
Great views! Lots of room to explore, caught it right before the snow came in late October! Thank you Bonnie!
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John
October 2025
20 ft travel trailer
This was an amazing property. Big area, lots of trees. Space for an RV, but not at all the locations, mainly just one but an RV can honestly park anywhere it wants, just might not have a picnic table readily available but the hosts will get you one. There's a cool outhouse and hand wash station. The best part is its only 30 minutes from John Day Fossil Painted Hills. There's a cool bar and pizza food truck about 3 miles away and the town of Spray has the basic necessities. The hosts let you use their water hose that's at the edge of their house property on the fence next to the road so you can top off your RV when you get there and refill canisters if you run out. Overall great site, low frills, primitive location.
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Jim & Terri
October 2025
22 ft travel trailer
Nate is a great host. He’s so thoughtful and kind. The setup is awesome. Flat spot, great hookups. Very peaceful and quiet. Everything is neat and clean. Nate was very attentive to any needs we had. It was an awesome spot for a long weekend as we explored the area. We would highly recommend High Desert Juniper.
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Jess
September 2025
Tent
Super beautiful and private! Picnic tables were a fun surprise. The outhouse was clever and clean!
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Leila
September 2025
Tent
With pets
Loved this private spot perched high with views of the desert hills. It helped to have a more rugged vehicle to handle the steep rough road. Sunrise was gorgeous and the stargazing at night was incredible. We saw shooting stars across the Milky Way! We could occasionally see and hear the tenants at the house further up the hill (only when they were outside on the deck), but they were far enough away that it never felt intrusive. Otherwise, camp was super quiet and it felt like we had the WHOLE place to ourselves. Loved the trails on the property. The only bummer was that there were a lot of pokies that kept getting stuck in our dogs' paws which kept us from exploring more. So if you bring dogs, you may want to put booties on them. Loved the proximity to Painted Hills. This site is a total high desert gem and we will definitely be back!
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Kristen
September 2025
Tent
With pets
Camping at The Enclave was fabulous! The property itself is in a stunning location and close to plenty of amazing outdoor activities.
The campsite is fantastic, feels nice and tucked away and has plenty of modern amenities to make the stay quite comfortable: wi-fi, electricity, a clean bathroom space, a water hose.
D was a fantastic host, and is so kind and easy going. They have put so many thoughtful touches into the space, brought us fresh cut lavender and grapes from the garden, and let us help ourselves to the produce growing at the pergola. The solar powered lights, water fountains, hummingbird feeders, cozy chairs, flowers, and guides to the surrounding area were just a few of the stand out amenities that were really the cherry on top of a beautiful campsite.
The campsite does have straw-like grass clippings on the ground to keep the dust at bay, so be sure to bring a pair of slip on shoes to walk around outside, and a mat to catch any stray clippings outside of your tent!
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Meghan
September 2025
Tent
We had such a relaxing time tent camping here. The stars were incredible! The little outhouse was very clean and everything worked great. We loved listening to the coyotes tip and howl at night, and having coffee in the morning on the little patio. A very sweet little spot.
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Ro
September 2025
Tent
With pets
Camping at the Enclave was amazing!! The grounds are perfect for tent camping, especially with the shaded and comfy lounge area, and the toilet and pump sink provided are incredibly clean and easy to use. The views you can see just from the campsite are incredibly pretty as well, and at night the stars are absolutely gorgeous--it was one of the main things we came out for and it was perfect!! The Enclave is also situated perfectly to go out and experience tons of other things without having to spend all day driving. It's also very dog-friendly, we had our 6 month old cavalier with us and there was plenty of room for her to run around on a line. Dickse herself is very friendly and willing to help out with whatever you need, and if you're lucky she might give you some fresh-picked lavender!! We'll definitely be back with family! 💚
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Rebecca
September 2025
16 ft car
Campsite was beautiful, clean bathroom. The stars were unreal. I was the only one there and it was amazing
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Jay
September 2025
Tent
It truly was a place to myself with a big, dark, clear sky and a cozy spot to hang. Great touches all around, and the drive in from the town of Mitchell was a bonus treat.
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Karl
September 2025
15 ft travel trailer
With pets
Quiet, beautiful! Light trucks (SUV’s) with small trailers can easily negotiate the road in
We did not meet Bonnie.
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Sean
September 2025
Tent
I really liked this place. The Lounge was great for sitting during the heat of the day. The toilet was clean and well stocked. Fresh water was readily available. The scenery was amazing and Dickse was a great host.
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Jill
September 2025
Tent
Great private site with a beautiful view and amazing spot for stargazing in the dark sky. The trees provided nice shade in the heat. The charcoal grill was very little but worked well for two people. The bathroom and site were clean and well maintained.
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Samantha
September 2025
Tent
Beautiful part of the state with wide open grass lands and interesting geological sites.
The camp was quiet and comfortable. We had trees for shade and were an easy walk from the nicely maintained outhouse. A pump handwashing station was a nice touch.
Plenty of camp site options with level ground for camper vans (or tents/RV's).
Be prepared for lots of prickly bur buttercup, black medic, chickweed, and thistle.
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Matthew
September 2025
Tent
With kids
What a great spot! D was amazing and the spot was perfect for visiting the fossil bed sites and all the other natural gems in the area.
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Ryan
August 2025
Tent
Great site! Effortless check-in/check-out. Morning view of the canyon was priceless! Many farm animals on the property along with some guard dogs. Very close to Smith Rock!
Bring ear plugs if you don't want to hear the dogs barking through the night. Other than that, great stay!
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KATHERINE
August 2025
Tent
With kids
Beautiful location! We loved the sunset and stars, it was quiet and beautiful. My husband was worried about the steepness of the mile-long loose gravel road, but our SUV made it up fine. We brought one of those large blue water jugs and only needed about half of it for the four of us, and it was an easy drive to visit the Painted Hills the following morning. Would love to go back.
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Robin
August 2025
19 ft campervan
A beautiful, remote little oasis in canyon land! The bathroom and outdoor space are so sweet and comfortable, Dickse is a master craftsman and a really rad person. 10/10
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11 ratings · 7 reviews
Ein toller Platz am See mit herrlichem Blick auf Mt. Hook. Steve ist ein super netter Betreiber. Das gesamte Areal ist bestens gepflegt.
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Wolf R.
3 reviews
Have camped here many times. Small, intimate, and beautiful. Hope to keep it that way. Beware of cougars and bears. They rule the roost out there on occassion.
Amy W.
5 years on Hipcamp
Mixed feelings
· March 2018
Small remote lake with great swimming and wildlife but not much privacy. Sometimes rowdy campers come here to party but other times it’s quiet. Tent sites are all on the lake with nice views.
Emily S.
3 reviews
August 2017
Situated 8 miles from Smith Rock State park the semi-primitive campground has 28 sites equipped with a picnic table and fire ring. There is no running water and only 2 vaulted outhouses. This campground has little to no view of anything and is almost full on the weekends in the summer when the bivy at Smith Rock is at full capacity. Don't make the same mistake we did by showing up late and disperse camping right outside the campground. There is a closure order in place making disperse camping in the area illegal. You'll wake up at 4 in the morning to a very angry camp host and a field full of cows. Cute cows nonetheless.
Elle H.
8 years on Hipcamp
Mixed feelings
· June 2017
The reservoir is not great for swimming - pretty mucky and full of algae. Good amenities at the campsites though.
Libby N.
8 years on Hipcamp
October 2015
Skull Hollow is a good basecamp for Smith Rock climbers and other adventurers. The sites are quite large, especially towards the end of the loop. Expect a terrain of juniper and sagebrush, a firepit, picnic table and great star gazing! There is no running water so be sure to pack in your own.
Anna V.
10 years on Hipcamp
June 2015
Smith Rock State Park doesn't allow car/van/RV camping, but Skull Hollow does and it's only 15 min from the park.
Fresh Off T.
10 years on Hipcamp