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Murderers Creek Guard Station

Auto add-to-cart availableHigh DemandMalheur National Forest ยท John Day, Oregon
๐ŸŒŠRiver Access๐Ÿ”๏ธMountain Views๐ŸŒฒForest Setting๐ŸŒพOpen Meadow๐ŸฅพHiking๐ŸฆŒWildlife Viewing

Sold out? Sites at Murderers Creek Guard Station open up when campers cancel.

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About Murderers Creek Guard Station

Murderers Creek Guard Station is a national park campground at Malheur National Forest in Grant County, Oregon. Reservations are managed through Recreation.gov. Campsite Tonight watches Malheur National Forest around the clock and automatically adds an open site to your Recreation.gov cart the moment a cancellation appears โ€” so you just check out.

Murderers Creek Guard Station is in very high demand โ€” sites here routinely sell out well in advance. Cancellations are often the best way in, which is exactly what Campsite Tonight watches for.

Sites here are tent or walk-in (no RV access).

Other campgrounds at Malheur National Forest include Deer Creek Guard Station Cabin, Fall Mountain Lookout Cabin, Magone Lake and Idlewild.

Reservation Trends - Murderers Creek Guard Station
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Total reservations in May โ€” 2023: 9 ยท 2024: 10 ยท 2025: 10

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Location

Address

John Day, Oregon

Coordinates

44.2613, -119.2757

Booking Insights

Very high demand - sites typically fill up immediately when the booking window opens. Plan to book the moment reservations open.

  • โ€ขJune sees 12 reservations - book early or set cancellation alerts.

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Photos

Murderers Creek Guard Station campsite photo 1 - Malheur National Forest, Oregon
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Murderers Creek Guard Station FAQ

How far in advance should I book Murderers Creek Guard Station?

Very high demand - sites typically fill up immediately when the booking window opens. Plan to book the moment reservations open. Mark your calendar for when the booking window opens (typically 5-6 months ahead). Also set alerts - cancellations do happen.

What is the busiest time at Murderers Creek Guard Station?

June typically sees the highest reservation activity at Murderers Creek Guard Station. During peak times, 100% of reservations are made 2+ weeks in advance.

Are there campsites available at Murderers Creek Guard Station right now?

Yes! There are currently 3 site-nights available over the next 14 days at Murderers Creek Guard Station, with availability on 3 different dates. Availability changes frequently due to cancellations - download the Campsite Tonight app to get instant alerts when new sites open up.

Where is Murderers Creek Guard Station located?

Murderers Creek Guard Station is located in Malheur National Forest, near John Day, Oregon.

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