Trout Farm Campground
Trout Farm Campground offers opportunities for picnicking, pond/stream fishing, and hunting. This nice little campground is ideal for families, or the fishing enthusiast. This campground offers a nice pond for fishing with an barrier free path along the pond as well as a barrier free pier. Trout Farm Campground also has a newly renovated covered picnic shelter and running water. A great place to visit near the Strawberry Mountain Wilderness.
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Site mix
| Standard, no hookups | 6 |
Site guide
6 sites. Tap a filter to narrow the list; the map follows.
| Site | Entry | Fits, ft | Surface | Shade | Water / sewer | People / vehicles | Fires |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 01 | Back-in | 45 | Gravel | Partial | No / No | 8 / 2 | Yes |
| 02 | Back-in | 30 | Gravel | Partial | No / No | 8 / 2 | Yes |
| 03 | Back-in | 36 | Gravel | Partial | No / No | 8 / 2 | Yes |
| 04 | Back-in | 35 | Gravel | Partial | No / No | 8 / 2 | Yes |
| 05 | Back-in | 25 | Gravel | Partial | No / No | 8 / 2 | Yes |
| 06 | Back-in | 40 | Gravel | Partial | No / No | 8 / 2 | Yes |
Per-site records as published by the managing agency on Recreation.gov. Blank cells mean the agency listed nothing for that site.
Amenities & rules
| Hookups | None |
| Max vehicle length | 45 ft |
| Equipment | RVs & trailers, Tents |
| Pets | Allowed |
| Fees | $8/Night for single unit, $4/Night for extra vehicle |
Each campsite has a picnic table, fire ring, and parking for camp trailers. Accessible vault toilets are conveniently located in the middle of the campground. Potable water is available during the summer months. Day use entails parking, fishing and a covered picnic shelter.
Individual sites vary. Confirm on Recreation.gov or with the managing office.
Season & status
| Status | Open |
| Forest | Malheur National Forest |
| Fees | $8/Night for single unit, $4/Night for extra vehicle |
Weather by month
Getting there
From the town of Prairie City, OR. turn onto South Main Street. Follow South Main Street to the junction with Bridge Street. Turn left onto Bridge Street and continue past the local cemetery. The road then changes to County Road 62. Later continue on County Road 62 approximately 13 miles, the Trout Farm campground will be on the right.
| Nearest town | Prairie City, Oregon |
| Coordinates | 44.3051° N, 118.5514° W · Directions ↗ |
Fire nearby
- PrescribedGreenwood Rx
9 mi from the campground · 38 acres
- PrescribedJane 102 Rx
22 mi from the campground · 3,000 acres
- PrescribedDamon 2A Rx
24 mi from the campground · 85 acres
- WildfireMccully
39 mi from the campground · 13,604 acres · 91% contained
Distance is to the reported incident point, not the fire edge. Call the managing office before you drive.
Supplies & services
| Dump station | Dump station ↗ | 27.6 mi |
Locations © OpenStreetMap contributors. Call ahead; hours change seasonally.
Explore
Worth a stop
- Prairie City Ranger District
- Strawberry Mountain Wilderness
- Monument Rock Wilderness
- Lake Creek Youth Camp
- 4.6 miSkyline Trailhead ↗Trailhead
- 5.4 miBig Creek/Snowshoe Trailhead ↗Trailhead
Trails nearby
- 0.1 miTrout Farm0.3 mi trail
- 1.7 miSunshine Flat3.8 mi trail
- 3 miHorseshoe ↗6.3 mi trail
- 3.3 miSheep Creek ↗5.3 mi trail
- 3.3 miLittle Baldy ↗6.3 mi trail
- 4 miSnowshoe Creek2.9 mi trail
Trail and trailhead records are the Forest Service's. Distances are straight-line to the nearer trail end. Trail conditions are not tracked here.
Public land it sits in
This campground sits inside Malheur National Forest.
- inMalheur National Forest ↗National Forest · Forest Service · 1,787,138 acres
- 4.4 miStrawberry Mountain Wilderness ↗Wilderness · Forest Service · 69,411 acres
- 8.6 miMonument Rock Wilderness ↗Wilderness · Forest Service · 20,210 acres
Each unit is published as a centre point and an acreage rather than a boundary, so this section stands it in for a circle of the same area. Whether a campground is inside, and how far it is from one it is outside, are both approximate.
Other campgrounds nearby
Cabin and lookout rentals nearby
On the National Register nearby
- Sumpter Valley Railway Passenger StationBuilding · Prairie City · 13 mi
Natural features
John Day River headwaters are nearby.
Recreation
Visitors can enjoy pond and stream fishing, picnicking, seasonal berry picking and a short walk around the pond. Nearby hunting areas offer additional recreation, and the campground's close proximity to the Strawberry Mountain Wilderness makes it an inviting base for exploration.
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Reference
Questions people ask
Do I need a reservation at Trout Farm Campground?
Sites at Trout Farm Campground are reservable on Recreation.gov. Any walk-up sites are listed on the booking page.
Source: Recreation.gov
How much does it cost to camp at Trout Farm Campground?
$8/Night for single unit, $4/Night for extra vehicle
Source: Recreation.gov
Is Trout Farm Campground open right now?
Open as of Oct 16, 2026.
Source: Forest Service status
How many sites does Trout Farm Campground have?
6 sites, including 6 standard sites without power.
Source: Recreation.gov
Will my RV fit at Trout Farm Campground?
The longest site here provides 45 feet of vehicle capacity. Most sites are shorter. The sidebar tool checks a trailer or motorhome length against every site.
Source: Will my RV fit
Are pets allowed at Trout Farm Campground?
Yes, pets are allowed at Trout Farm Campground. Leash rules apply.
Source: Recreation.gov
What is there to do at Trout Farm Campground?
Visitors can enjoy pond and stream fishing, picnicking, seasonal berry picking and a short walk around the pond. The Recreation section on this page has the rest.
Source: Recreation
What is the nearest town to Trout Farm Campground?
Prairie City, Oregon. Prairie City Ranger District
Source: Getting there
What if Trout Farm Campground is full?
The nearest public campgrounds are Slide Horse Camp (5.8 mi), Slide Creek Campground (5.8 mi, first-come), and Strawberry Campground (6.2 mi).
Source: Campgrounds nearby