Wildwood Campground

Star4.25
14 reviews
Peace & Quiet

Quick Facts

4,934 ft

Price

Free

Booking

First-Come

Sites

4 campsites

Season

Year-round

Cell

Unknown

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Opens US Forest Service site

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Wildwood Campground
$0.00 - $0.00 / night
Campsite Fees
This is a free facility.
Standard Site Fee$0.00
Hookup Site Fee$0.00
Premium Site Fee$0.00
Hike and Bike Site Fee$0.00
Group Site Fee$0.00
Food Storage Locker Fee$0.00

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What Campers Say

4.25

Satisfactory

Based on 14 reviews

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"User reviews for Wildwood Campground generally highlight its peaceful setting amidst a beautiful forest of ponderosa pine, Douglas-fir, and grand fir. While some appreciate the isolated, off-the-grid experience, others find the campground's primitive nature limiting. Vault toilets are praised for their cleanliness, and wildlife sightings are a common highlight."

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Campground Map

Wildwood Campground

44.4839, -120.3366

Driving directionsFrom Prineville, Oregon: Travel east on Highway 26 for approximately 26 miles. Turn right at Mark's Creek Sno-Park and that will put you onto Forest Service Road 2630. Follow FS Road 2630 for approximately 4 miles. At the junction of Forest Service Road 2630 and Forest Service Road 2210, turn left onto Forest Service Road 2210. Continue for approximately 4 miles and Wildwood Campground will be on your right. Keep a sharp eye out because the campground sign is frequently stolen and may not be at the site.
Easy access from Highway 26. Forest Service Road 2630 and Forest Service Road 2210 are gravel roads, and the latter may have some bad spots. Signage can be unreliable due to vandalism (frequent sign theft).
Nearby places
Prineville, 26 miles east (approximately 40 minutes travel time).

Best Time to Camp at Wildwood Campground

Experience the dramatic dance of Central Oregon's seasons at Wildwood, where crisp winter mornings paint frost on pine boughs and occasional snowfall transforms the forest into a pristine wonderland. As spring awakens the forest floor, temperatures climb into the pleasant embrace of summer, bringing warm days perfect for exploration and cool nights ideal for campfire stories. The transition from dry winter air to summer's gentle humidity creates an ever-changing tapestry of weather that keeps each visit unique.

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Summer(Jun-Aug)
4.0 / 5

Summer reviews note dark skies, uncrowded mid‑June stays and more wildlife activity.

Fall(Sep-Nov)
3.0 / 5

Fall likely attractive (larch, color) but limited explicit fall review detail.

Spring(Mar-May)
3.0 / 5

Spring offers wildlife and quiet, but no specific spring activity info provided.

Winter(Dec-Feb)
2.0 / 5

Open year‑round with occasional snow, but primitive services reduce winter comfort and activities.

Planning Tips
  • Operating Season: Open year-round.

About Wildwood Campground

Tucked away in the tranquil depths of Ochoco National Forest, Wildwood Campground offers an intimate escape where solitude meets wilderness. This hidden gem beckons those seeking respite from crowds, providing a rustic sanctuary where the only sounds are rustling pine needles and distant bird calls. Here, campers discover the rare luxury of having nature's playground almost entirely to themselves.
Wildwood Campground is primarily suited for primitive and tent camping. The site offers three campsites equipped with vault toilets, picnic tables, and fire rings. It is accessible by gravel roads and provides a peaceful, off-the-grid experience.
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Open 24 hours/day.
Stay Limit
14 day stay limit on all National Grassland and US Forest Service land.

Amenities available

Fire rings
Picnic tables
Vault toilets

Activities you can enjoy

Activities at Wildwood Campground are limited due to its rustic and primitive nature. However, its forested location near the Ochoco Divide Research and Natural Area provides opportunities for wildlife viewing and potentially hiking. Reviews highlight the peaceful environment, dark skies for stargazing, and occasional wildlife sightings such as mule deer.
Wildlife viewingWildlife viewing is a notable activity, with reviewers commenting on mule deer sightings and a peaceful forested environment.
Winter Activities
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Policies & Safety

Hazards & AlertsPotential fire hazards during dry seasons. Gravel roads leading to the campground are reported to have bad spots, requiring careful driving.
No Potable WaterThis campground does not have potable water on-site. Bring all the water you need for drinking, cooking, and cleaning.

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Reviews

4.3
14 reviews
Satisfactory
Satisfactory
Wildwood Campground is satisfactory, placing it in the bottom 60% of campgrounds based on reviews
User reviews for Wildwood Campground generally highlight its peaceful setting amidst a beautiful forest of ponderosa pine, Douglas-fir, and grand fir. While some appreciate the isolated, off-the-grid experience, others find the campground's primitive nature limiting. Vault toilets are praised for their cleanliness, and wildlife sightings are a common highlight.
Review Summaries
Based on 14 reviews

What Campers Love

Positive aspects frequently mentioned include the campground's peaceful atmosphere, beautiful forest surroundings, clean vault toilets, and occasional wildlife sightings such as mule deer. One...
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Common Concerns

Complaints include the lack of potable water, proximity of campsites, and challenging gravel roads leading to the campground. One reviewer notes, 'The road’s also pretty bad in spots, so be careful...
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Pro Tips & Recommendations

Tips from users include bringing ample water due to the lack of potable water, exercising caution on the gravel roads, and packing out all trash. Reviewers also advise checking fire danger levels...
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Seasonal Insights

Reviews suggest that the campground is often uncrowded, particularly mid-week, with dark skies for stargazing during summer months. Wildlife viewing is also more common in warmer seasons.
Based on 14 reviews

Camper Quotes

1. 'Nice campground off the beaten path. Table, fire ring and vault toilet. Peaceful little place in a beautiful forest.' - Mike Linehan 2. 'Dark skies, quiet nights. Stayed mid-week in mid-June and...
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Site-Specific Reviews

The campground has three campsites, each equipped with picnic tables and fire rings. Some users note that the sites are relatively close together but offer adequate space for tents or RVs. No site...
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Accessibility Features

No reviews specifically address accessibility features.
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Pet-Friendly Features

No reviews specifically mention policies or experiences related to pets.
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Last updated January 5, 2026
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