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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 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.
Went for a drive and happened across this amazing dredge restoration, only saw outside as people were decorating inside for Halloween and it was unclear if the general public was allowed access during this time.
We had a very nice lunch at the cannabis store grill, a nice Philly cheesesteak with fries, OMG so flavorful and what an amazing roll they put it on, and the fries were cooked perfectly!!
All in all a wonderful time was had in Sumpter Oregon, friendly folks, quaint little town, and rich in gold mining history!
