Oregon · Camping · Prineville

Ochoco Forest Camp

Ochoco Forest CampPhoto: Recreation.gov (RIDB) / public domain
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Apr–Oct
best months

Caution at last check

Agency alerts are in effect for this area; weather is good · USFS, OpenWeather · checked 23 h ago

Is Ochoco Forest Camp open right now?

Closure in the area

There's a closure order in Ochoco National Forest. It doesn't name Ochoco Forest Camp, 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.

  • 1 site for group campingReservable on Recreation.gov
  • At 3,988 ft
  • Near PrinevilleLookout Mountain Ranger District · Ochoco National Forest

Ochoco Forest Camp is nestled in the Ochoco Mountain range near the 6,926-foot Lookout Mountain, which is known for its unusual rock formations. The pavilion offers a large group picnic area and several campsites. A small meadow and group fire ring with BBQ is popular for weddings and family reunions. Wild horses are sometimes seen near the camp and surrounding area.

  • Best time to go · Apr–Oct

    Best time to visit Ochoco Forest Camp

    Best months: April–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

      43° / 26°

      10 wet

    2. Feb

      46° / 26°

      9 wet

    3. Mar

      52° / 29°

      10 wet

    4. Apr

      57° / 33°

      10 wet

    5. May

      65° / 39°

      10 wet

    6. Jun

      72° / 44°

      7 wet

    7. Jul

      83° / 51°

      4 wet

    8. Aug

      82° / 51°

      3 wet

    9. Sep

      75° / 45°

      5 wet

    10. Oct

      62° / 37°

      8 wet

    11. Nov

      50° / 30°

      9 wet

    12. Dec

      41° / 25°

      11 wet

    Typical high / low (°F) and days with rain or snow, 1991–2020. Measured at Mitchell 2 E, OR, 19.3 mi away at 3,320 ft. The station sits about 700 ft lower than this place, so expect it a little cooler here. This station doesn't record snowfall. Source: NOAA NCEI U.S. Climate Normals 1991–2020.

Ochoco Forest Camp

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