Oregon · Camping

Antelope Reservoir

Apr–Jun, Sep–Oct
best months

Is Antelope Reservoir open right now?

Closure in the area

There's a closure order in Ochoco National Forest. It doesn't name Antelope Reservoir, so check the source for the area it covers.

As of · Source: USFS · Ochoco National Forest. Agencies don't list every closure — check before you go.

  • At 4,600 ft
  • Lookout Mountain Ranger DistrictOchoco National Forest

The campground is located just above the day-use area and boat ramp for Antelope Flat Reservoir and is situated among large ponderosa pines which provide a quiet and scenic setting for forest visitors. Only a few campsites provide views of the reservoir but the walk from the campground to the water 's edge takes most people less than 10 minutes. Potable drinking water is available near the south end of the campground from a standing hand pump, however, there are no hook-ups available on site. The day-use area is located right on the water's edge and is outfitted with picnic tables, fire rings, a vault bathroom, and a boat ramp. Please DO NOT park vehicles in the boat ramp loop as it can block other visitors from accessing the water. If you keep a keen eye out and a pair of binoculars on hand, large birds of prey can occasionally be seen from the day-use area nesting on the east side of the reservoir.

Local outfitters

Not on Roamze yet. Their page has how to reach them.

  • Best time to go · Apr–Jun, Sep–Oct

    Best time to visit Antelope Reservoir

    Best months: April–June and September–October. Best months have typical highs of 55–85 °F, lows of 30 °F or warmer (32 °F where the station doesn't record snow), at most one snowy day and no more than 12 wet days.

    1. Jan

      41° / 23°

      11 wet · 4 snow

    2. Feb

      46° / 26°

      9 wet · 3 snow

    3. Mar

      53° / 29°

      10 wet · 2 snow

    4. Apr

      60° / 32°

      10 wet · 1 snow

    5. May

      69° / 39°

      9 wet

    6. Jun

      78° / 44°

      6 wet

    7. Jul

      89° / 50°

      4 wet

    8. Aug

      88° / 48°

      3 wet

    9. Sep

      80° / 41°

      4 wet

    10. Oct

      65° / 33°

      6 wet

    11. Nov

      49° / 28°

      10 wet · 2 snow

    12. Dec

      40° / 23°

      11 wet · 5 snow

    Typical high / low (°F) and days with rain or snow, 1991–2020. Measured at Barnes Stn, OR, 9.6 mi away at 3,970 ft. The station sits about 600 ft lower than this place, so expect it a little cooler here. Source: NOAA NCEI U.S. Climate Normals 1991–2020.