Oregon Lakes - Main Stem John Day River

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Information on Main Stem John Day River:

The Crescent CG is at 5200 feet elevation and has 5 tent/trailer sites and stream water. The campground is on the river with easy access off County Rd 62. The Trout Farm CG is about 2-miles downstream of Crescent CG on the John Day River. It is at 4900 feet elevation with 4 picnic sites and 6 tent/trailer sites with a developed water system. This is a fee campground at $6/night. Hiking - There is a 0.5 mile trail around the Trout Farm Pond also located at this site.

Directions to Main Stem John Day River:

The John Day River heads about 10 mi. SE of Prairie City and flows westerly through the John Day Valley.

Fishing at Main Stem John Day River
Species of fish in Main Stem John Day River: Summer Steelhead:Spring Chinook Salmon:Redband Trout:Cutthroat Trout:Brook Trout:Smallmouth Bass:Bull Trout
Popular Fishing Types: Fly:Spin:Bait
It is your responsibilty to know local fishing regulations (See below)

Main Stem John Day River Facts:
Main Stem John Day River is a River
The elevation of Main Stem John Day River is 5200 feet

Visiting Info for Main Stem John Day River
Local Campgrounds near Main Stem John Day River are: Crescent and Trout Farm campgrounds are located off County Rd 62 SE of Prairie City on the Malheur Forest below the headwaters.
Best Season to visit Main Stem John Day River is: Year round

For more information on Main Stem John Day River contact:

National Forest or Park: Malheur National Forest
Address: 431 Patterson Bridge Road
City: John Day Zip: 97845

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