North Fork John Day River
The North Fork John Day River means a lot of things to a lot of people. It is designated as a National Wild and Scenic River for its outstandingly remarkable values of scenery, historic, recreation, fisheries, and wildlife. It also flows through the heart of the North Fork John Day Wilderness. This section of the North Fork John Day River marks the transition between the foothills of the Blue Mountains and the high desert typical of eastern Oregon. The river winds through densely forested canyons and open stands of ponderosa pine and little evidence of civilization. At the turn of the century, the entire river valley was marked by gold mines and dredging operations. Miner's cabins and tailings are still seen today. Wildflowers are abundant in the spring and wildlife viewing is good year-round. There are 4 developed campgrounds and numerous dispersed campsites along the river corridor.With the fall comes big game and game bird hunting. Opportunities abound for everyone!
At a Glance
Current Conditions: | Swift waters, use with caution |
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Open Season: | Late May |
Closest Towns: | Dale, ORMonument, OR |