Olive Lake Campground (OR)
Campground · Oregon · 28 bookable sites ·
Managed by the USDA Forest Service
Umatilla National Forest (NF) · Open Access
- 28
- Bookable sites
- up to 20
- People per site
- 7
- Accessible sites
- 6,032 ft
- Elevation
Overview
Nestled on the edge of a lake, high in the Blue Mountains of Eastern Oregon, this popular campground is only 8 miles west of the historic Fremont Powerhouse and 12 miles west of the old mining town of Granite. The campground features 28 campsites and 7 accessible toilet facilities. Other features include a 2-mile hiking trail around the lake with nearby access to wilderness and scenic area trails, a boat ramp and 2 docks.
Besides beautiful scenery, the lake offers many opportunities for wildlife viewing--particularly a nesting pair of osprey that return annually. Activities in this area include fishing, boating, swimming, hiking, hunting, and photography. Within 20 miles are several historic sites.
Recreation
A 2-mile hiking trail encircles the lake, providing access to more secluded spots where solitude can be enjoyed. Bicyclists can also enjoy the trail although there are a couple of spots bikes might need to be walked, depending on skill level. Anglers can fish for rainbow trout, cutthroat trout, brook trout, and kokanee and crawfish boils are a popular dinner option. There are 2 boat docks adjacent to the campground, as well as a boat ramp and trailer parking. Motorized boats are allowed on the lake, but wakes and jet skis are not allowed. There are opportunities for viewing wildlife such as deer, elk, bear, river otters, and osprey. Mushroom and berry picking are available in season. Other nearby trails access the North John Day Wilderness Area and Vinegar Hill Scenic Area. An interpretive sign about the beetle infestation is located in a few spots within the campground.
Facilities
The campground features 20 tent/RV campsites, 2 group sites, 6 tent only sites and 7 accessible toilet facilities. Other features include a 2-mile hiking trail around the lake with nearby access to wilderness and scenic area trails, a boat ramp and 2 docks, and an interpretive sign. There is no potable water. Potable water can be obtained from Fremont Powerhouse, 7 miles east of the campground from May 15-Sept 30.
Nearby Attractions
The area around Olive Lake is rich in history. The dam and gates on the north side of the lake were constructed as part of a hydroelectric system to support gold mining activities within the northern Blue Mountain Region. Historically, water from the lake flowed through a wooden pipeline to the Fremont Powerhouse, where it was used to produce electricity for mines and towns in the area. Fremont Powerhouse is located approximately 7 miles east and the historic moning town of Granite is 12 miles east of Olive Lake along Forest Road 73.
The facts
- Season: June – November — USDA Forest Service, Aug 24, 2026
- 28 bookable sites
- 7 accessible sites
- Up to 20 people per site
- Loops: Olive Lake
Site types
- 20 Standard Nonelectric
- 6 Tent Only Nonelectric
- 2 Group Standard Nonelectric
Amenities
- Campfires allowed
- Fire pits
- Picnic tables
- Shade
- Pets allowed
- Water hookups — not available
Not recorded upstream: electric hookups, sewer hookups, grills.
28 campsites at Olive Lake Campground (OR)
| Site | Loop | Type | Entry | Surface | Max rig | People | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Olive Lake | Tent Only Nonelectric | — | — | — | 8 | 🐾 |
| 10 | Olive Lake | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | Gravel | — | 8 | ♿ 🐾 |
| 11 | Olive Lake | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | Gravel | — | 8 | ♿ 🐾 |
| 12 | Olive Lake | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | Gravel | — | 8 | ♿ 🐾 |
| 13 | Olive Lake | Group Standard Nonelectric | Back In | Gravel | — | 20 | ♿ 🐾 |
| 14 | Olive Lake | Standard Nonelectric | Pull Through | Gravel | — | 8 | ♿ 🐾 |
| 15 | Olive Lake | Standard Nonelectric | Parallel | Gravel | — | 8 | ♿ 🐾 |
| 16 | Olive Lake | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | Gravel | — | 8 | 🐾 |
| 16A | Olive Lake | Standard Nonelectric | Parallel | Gravel | — | 8 | 🐾 |
| 17 | Olive Lake | Standard Nonelectric | Parallel | Gravel | — | 8 | 🐾 |
| 18 | Olive Lake | Standard Nonelectric | Parallel | Gravel | — | 8 | 🐾 |
| 19 | Olive Lake | Tent Only Nonelectric | — | — | — | 8 | 🐾 |
| 2 | Olive Lake | Tent Only Nonelectric | — | — | — | 8 | 🐾 |
| 20 | Olive Lake | Standard Nonelectric | Parallel | Gravel | — | 8 | 🐾 |
| 21 | Olive Lake | Standard Nonelectric | Parallel | Gravel | — | 8 | 🐾 |
| 22 | Olive Lake | Standard Nonelectric | Parallel | Gravel | — | 8 | 🐾 |
| 23 | Olive Lake | Standard Nonelectric | Parallel | Gravel | — | 8 | 🐾 |
| 24 | Olive Lake | Standard Nonelectric | Parallel | Gravel | — | 8 | 🐾 |
| 25 | Olive Lake | Tent Only Nonelectric | — | — | — | 8 | 🐾 |
| 26 | Olive Lake | Tent Only Nonelectric | — | — | — | 8 | 🐾 |
| 27 | Olive Lake | Group Standard Nonelectric | Parallel | Gravel | — | 20 | 🐾 |
| 3 | Olive Lake | Tent Only Nonelectric | — | — | — | 8 | 🐾 |
| 4 | Olive Lake | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | Gravel | — | 8 | 🐾 |
| 5 | Olive Lake | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | Gravel | — | 8 | 🐾 |
| 6 | Olive Lake | Standard Nonelectric | Parallel | Gravel | — | 8 | 🐾 |
| 7 | Olive Lake | Standard Nonelectric | Parallel | Gravel | — | 8 | 🐾 |
| 8 | Olive Lake | Standard Nonelectric | Parallel | Gravel | — | 8 | 🐾 |
| 9 | Olive Lake | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | Gravel | — | 8 | ♿ 🐾 |
Getting there
From Ukiah, OR travel south to County Road 1475 (turns into Forest Service Road 52 after 5 miles). Go about 48.5 mile to the town of Granite. Instead of entering the town, turn right onto County Road 24/Forest Service Road (FSR) 10 and travel about 3.5 miles to the end of the pavement. Follow the gravel road up to the right (FSR 10). Travel about 9 miles on FSR 10. Turn right on FSR 1000480 and travel about 1/4 miles into the campground.
44.78345, -118.59518 · 44°47'0.4"N 118°35'42.6"W
Typical weather
| Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec | |
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| High °F | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| Low °F | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| Precip in | 3.5 | 2.4 | 2.3 | 1.8 | 2.1 | 1.2 | 0.5 | 0.5 | 0.7 | 1.4 | 2.8 | 4.2 |
1991–2020 averages from the nearest NOAA station, 11.8 mi away — not measured at the facility itself, and elevation can make a real difference over that distance.
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Common questions about Olive Lake Campground (OR)
- Can you reserve a site at Olive Lake Campground (OR)?
- Yes, Olive Lake Campground (OR) is reservable through Recreation.gov.
- How many campsites does Olive Lake Campground (OR) have?
- 28 sites.
- Are pets allowed at Olive Lake Campground (OR)?
- Yes, pets are allowed at Olive Lake Campground (OR).
- Does Olive Lake Campground (OR) have hookups?
- No hookups are recorded here.
- Are campfires allowed at Olive Lake Campground (OR)?
- Campfires are allowed at Olive Lake Campground (OR). Check for a current fire restriction before you go.
Also listed by
Olive Lake Campground (OR) also appears in other federal recreation data. Facts below are matched by name and location, not confirmed by Olive Lake Campground (OR)'s operator.
USDA Forest Service — data as of Aug 24, 2026
- Single site: $12/night (extra $5 per each vehicle exceeding the 2-vehicle-per-site limit
- Group site: Sites 13 and 27 are $25/night (no extra vehicle charge).
Accessibility:
- The boat ramp, docks, toilets and 4 campsites are fully accessible. Both gas and electric trolling motors are allowed on the lake, but no wakes. Also no water skiing or personal watercraft (i.e. ski doos) permitted.
Camping near Olive Lake Campground (OR)
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- Vinegar Hill Indian Rock Scenic Area 4.6 mi · Facility
- Fremont Hilltop Hideaway Cabin 4.8 mi · Campground
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- Davis Creek West Trailhead 10.2 mi · Facility
- Welch Creek Campground & Trailhead 11.1 mi · Campground
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Contact
- Phone (541) 427-3231
- Email r6_umatilla_public_inquiries@usda.gov
- Book Recreation.gov
Recreation.gov last updated this record on 2026-03-11.
Facility information and photographs from Recreation.gov (RIDB). SpotOpened is not affiliated with Recreation.gov or any federal agency.
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