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Dixie Campground
FSU.S. Forest Service — John Day · Oregon · Malheur National Forest
| Agency | FSU.S. Forest Service |
|---|---|
| Area | Malheur National Forest |
| Location | John Day · Oregon · Malheur National Forest |
| Sites | 9 public sites counted from the federal listing — 9 standard nonelectric |
| Getting a site | Reservable — the federal listing marks this campground as taking reservations. Some sites or seasons may still be first-come; the listing’s own words are below. |
| Hookups | Electric at 0 of 9 sites Water hookups at 0 of 9 sites Sewer hookups at 0 of 9 sites Full hookups (all three at one site) at 0 of 9 sites Counted site by site from affirmative reports in the federal record. A site with no report is not counted either way. |
| Max RV length | Not reported in the federal data |
| Months open | Not in federal data — the federal listing does not publish a season for this campground. Check the official description below or Recreation.gov. |
| Fees | Not reported — the federal listing carries no fee description for this campground. |
| Check-in / out | In 2:00 PM · Out 12:00 PM (most common in the listing) |
| Pets | Allowed at 9 sites, as reported |
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This site takes no reservations and shows no live availability. Source: Recreation.gov (RIDB export pulled November 5, 2026); this listing was last updated in the federal record on 2026-03-11.
From the official listing
Overview Dixie Campground is a short drive off of Highway US 26 near Dixie Summit. This is a great destination for berry picking, it is also a wonderful base camp for anyone wanting to hike, hunt or just explore the Malheur National Forest. There is a day use picnic area before you enter the overnight campground. The Sumpter Valley Interpretive and Davis Creek Trails as well as other great recreational activities are just a short drive from the campground. It's a short drive to Prairie City or Bates.
Recreation Dixie Campground provides a variety of recreation opportunities throughout the summer and fall. In late July and early August, visitors can take advantage of excellent huckleberry picking in the surrounding area. A designated picnic area offers a comfortable spot for outdoor meals and gatherings. When hunting season arrives, the campground's proximity to hunting terrain makes it a favored destination for hunters.
Facilities Each campsite has a picnic table, fire ring, and parking for camp trailers. Accessible vault toilets are conveniently located in the campground.
Contact Info For facility specific information, please call (541) 575-3000. Nearby Attractions Middle Fork John Day River
Sumpter Valley Interpretative Site
Davis Creek Trail
Vinegar Hill Indian Rock Scenic Area
Austin House
Bates State Park
Dewitt Museum and Depot Park
Kam Wah Chung & Co. State Heritage Site
Grant County Ranch and Rodeo Museum
Grant County Historical Museum
Directions, from the listing
From the town of Prairie City, OR., travel 8 miles east on Highway 26, the campground will be on the left.
Trip Card — Dixie Campground
John Day · Oregon · Malheur National Forest
| Agency | FS · U.S. Forest Service |
|---|---|
| Location | John Day · Oregon · Malheur National Forest |
| Fees | Not reported in the federal data |
| Getting a site | Reservable |
| Hookups | None reported |
| Max RV | Not reported |
| Months open | Not in federal data |
| Sites | 9 sites |
Book: recreation.gov/camping/campgrounds/10372480 · Source: Recreation.gov, pulled November 5, 2026. Facility details come from federal recreation data and may be out of date — this site takes no reservations and shows no live availability; confirm details and book through Recreation.gov or the managing agency.