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Basin Trailhead

Provides access to: Basin Creek Trail #3006 which enters North Fork John Day Wilderness and ends after 1.3 miles at its junction with Glade Creek Trail #3014.

Directions: From Dale, OR travel northwest on US-395 N for 1.2 miles. Then turn right (east) on Forest Road 55.  After about 1 mile, take the first right onto Forest Road 10.  Continue for about 8.7 miles, then turn left onto Forest Road 1010 for another 7 miles to the trailhead.  There is a large parking area and message board.

General Information

Forest trails are not maintained and typically not accessible from late fall through late spring due to snow. Please call the North Fork John Day Ranger District Office for up-to-date information.

Late May

Wilderness restrictions apply within North Fork John Day Wilderness.

No fee

No fee

Getting There

Latitude / Longitude

Latitude: 44.89818816

Longitude: -118.707133

Elevation

5700

Facility and Amenity Information

Accessibility

Restrooms

Restrooms are available at this site.

Water

Potable water is not available at this site.

Recreation Opportunities

Last updated May 30th, 2025