Vinegar Hill Indian Rock Scenic Area

About Vinegar Hill Indian Rock Scenic Area

Located in the northeast part of the Forest, this high elevation area provides spectacular vistas of the North Fork John Day Wilderness, the Middle and North Fork drainages of the John Day River, and the peaks of the Strawberry Mountain Wilderness to the south. The area has a rich history and active and decaying remains of mines can be seen. The area provides unfettered opportunities for solitude and isolation except during big-game hunting seasons.

How to Get There

From Prairie City, OR., follow US Highway 26 for approximately 2 miles to the junction with US Highway 7. Follow US Highway 7 approximately 1 mile to the junction with County Road 20. Follow County Road 20 approximately 11 miles to the junction with Forest Road 45. Follow Forest Road 45 approximately 4 miles where you will reach the boundary of this scenic area.

Plan Your Visit to Vinegar Hill Indian Rock Scenic Area

Heading to Vinegar Hill Indian Rock Scenic Area? A few things to know before you go:

• Reservations: popular sites fill up fast — check Recreation.gov 6 months in advance
• Fees: day-use and camping fees vary; check current rates on the official park page
• Trash & pack-out: follow Leave No Trace principles
• Wildlife: store food in bear boxes where provided; never feed wildlife
• Weather: the 5-day forecast above is updated every 6 hours; verify just before you go

References & Official Resources

• Official Recreation.gov page
• View on OpenStreetMap
• Driving directions (Google Maps)