Gold Dredge Cg
USFS · Campground · Fee
Fast facts
- Cost
- Fee charged
- Managed by
- USFS
- Type
- Campground
- Reservations
- fs.usda.gov
- Nearest dump station
- Bull Prairie Campground · 41.4 mi
- Coordinates
- 45.0019, -118.8180
- Last verified
- September 18, 2026
About this place
This is a; peaceful campground set in an open Ponderosa; pine stand; along the Wild and Scenic North Fork John Day River. Gold Dredge; features; 7 campsties and; 1 accessible; vault toilet. There is no potable water or garbage service, so; please; pack; your garbage home. Attractions in this area include photography, swimming, non-motorized boating, and fishing. Water levels are low in mid to late summer, which can impede use of boats. The campground provides; good access for big game; hunting. In addition, the Oriental Trailhead is about 6 miles west, providing access to both OHV and wilderness trails.
From the USFS.
Is Gold Dredge Cg free?
No. Gold Dredge Cg charges a fee. It is managed by the USFS. Sites are reservable through fs.usda.gov.
How do I get to Gold Dredge Cg?
From Ukiah, Oregon travel west 1 mile to the Hwy 395 junction. Turn left (south) on Hwy 395 and go about 15 miles, and then turn left (east) onto Forest Road 55. Drive 7.7 miles east along the N. Fork John Day River to Gold Dredge Campground.
Nearby
SourceData from the USFS. Last synced September 18, 2026. Community reports and photos are submitted by travelers and are not verified by the agency.
