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Vinegar Hill Indian Rock Scenic Area

Located in the northeast part of the Forest, this high elevation area provides spectacular vistas of the North Fork John Day Wilderness, the Middle and North Fork drainages of the John Day River, and the peaks of the Strawberry Mountain Wilderness to the south. The area has a rich history and active and decaying remains of mines can be seen. The area provides unfettered opportunities for solitude and isolation except during big-game hunting seasons.

Current Conditions
Visitors should be prepared for rapidly changing weather conditions. Please remember that if you pack it in, please pack it out with you.

General Information

Malheur national forest supervisors office and blue mountain ranger district

Address: 431 Patterson Bridge Road John Day, OR 97845
Phone: (541) 575-3000
Hours: Monday-Friday, 8:00 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. (Closed on federal holidays)
Office Email: SM.FS.malpubinfo@usda.gov

Getting There

Directions

From Prairie City, OR., follow US Highway 26 for approximately 2 miles to the junction with US Highway 7.  Follow US Highway 7 approximately 1 mile to the junction with County Road 20.  Follow County Road 20 approximately 11 miles to the junction with Forest Road 45.  Follow Forest Road 45 approximately 4 miles where you will reach the boundary of this scenic area.

Facility and Amenity Information

Restrooms

Restrooms are not available at this site.

Water

Potable water is not available at this site.

Last updated March 6th, 2025