A gray 4x4 Sprinter with a roof rack on a two-track through a wildflower meadow, cloud sitting on the mountains behind.

Forest Service campground

Wickiup Campground

Forest Service campground in Malheur National Forest, Grant County, Oregon. In the John Day area.

Managed by
Forest Service Malheur National Forest
Sites
6 6 standard non-electric
Longest rig
50 ft The longest vehicle any site is listed for
Hookups
None listed
Reservations
Recreation.gov
County
Grant County

Overview

Wickiup Campground sets off of Forest Road 15 tucked amongst trees, next to Canyon Creek, the perfect place to relax in the shade during the summer months and listen to the creek flow past. This is a beautiful campground that offers opportunities for picnicking and stream fishing. The campground is a good starting point for hiking, viewing wildlife and hunting during the summer and fall months.

Recreation

Wickiup Campground offers a variety of recreation opportunities for visitors looking to enjoy the outdoors. The shaded setting along Canyon Creek provides an inviting spot for relaxing picnics and peaceful stream fishing. From the campground, hikers can easily set out to explore nearby forest trails, while wildlife enthusiasts will find plenty of chances to observe animals in their natural habitat. During the summer and fall months, the area also serves as a convenient base for hunters accessing the surrounding terrain.

Nearby Attractions

Strawberry Mountain Wilderness

Swick Old Growth Interpretive Site

Dry Soda Lookout

Starr Campground

Parish Cabin Campground

Blue Mountain Ranger District

The description, directions and fees are the Forest Service’s own words, from its record on Recreation.gov.

The federal record has no coordinates for this campground, so it is listed under John Day and left off the map rather than placed by guesswork. Use the directions above.

Source: Recreation Information Database (Recreation.gov), record updated March 11, 2026. Elevation from the USGS 3D Elevation Program. Seasons, fees, water and fire rules change; the managing office has the final word.