Wickiup Campground
Canyon City, Oregon · USDA Forest Service
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About
Wickiup Campground sets off of Forest Road 15 tucked amongst trees, next to Canyon Creek, the perfect place to relax in the shade during the summer months and listen to the creek flow past. This is a beautiful campground that offers opportunities for picnicking and stream fishing. The campground is a good starting point for hiking, viewing wildlife and hunting during the summer and fall months. For facility specific information, please call (541) 575-3000.Strawberry Mountain Wilderness Swick Old Growth Interpretive Site Dry Soda Lookout Starr Campground Parish Cabin Campground Blue Mountain Ranger DistrictWickiup Campground offers a variety of recreation opportunities for visitors looking to enjoy the outdoors. The shaded setting along Canyon Creek provides an inviting spot for relaxing picnics and peaceful stream fishing. From the campground, hikers can easily set out to explore nearby forest trails, while wildlife enthusiasts will find plenty of chances to observe animals in their natural habitat. During the summer and fall months, the area also serves as a convenient base for hunters accessing the surrounding terrain.
Directions
From John Day, OR. travel south on US Highway 395 approximately 10 miles to the junction with County Road 65. Follow County Road 65 approximately 7 miles the campground will be on the right.
Location
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Details
- State
- Oregon
- City / area
- Canyon City
- Agency
- USDA Forest Service
- Parent area
- Malheur National Forest
- Campsites
- 6
- Reservable
- Yes
- Typical price
- $6 / night
- Equipment
- Tent, RV, Trailer, Caravan/Camper Van, Pickup Camper, Fifth Wheel, Pop up, Hammock
Nearby campgrounds
- Parish Cabin Campground 8.0 km away
- Starr Campground 14.1 km away
- Murray Campground 17.0 km away
- FALL MOUNTAIN LOOKOUT CABIN 17.4 km away
- Strawberry Campground 18.3 km away
- Big Creek Campground 19.1 km away