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U.S. DEPARTMENT OF THE INTERIOR

BUREAU OF LAND MANAGEMENT

John Day River

An online launch permit is required year-round and available here to boat all sections of the Mainstem downstream of Spray. Permits to boat upstream of Spray are encouraged and available here and at launch points. The number of launch permits issued in 2018 will not be limited, so it is not necessary to obtain your permit until close to your launch date. Once issued, don't forget to confirm your permit between 10 and 30 days prior to your trip. Permit fees are non-refundable. FOR INFORMATION ABOUT THE THIRTYMILE LAUNCH, please copy and paste this link into your browser: https://www.blm.gov/or/permit/application/content/guides/thirtymile-2018-talking-points.pdf NOTICES: Starvation Lane launch is currently CLOSED; The River Toilet Dump Station at Cottonwood is Unusable - please make alternate plans

John Day River Maps

Mainstem Access Locations

John Day River Mainstem Segments and Boating Access Locations

The John Day River (Mainstem) Boating Access Locations map displays boating access points for the Mainstem John Day River downstream of Kimberly.

North Fork Access Locations

John Day River North Fork Segments and Boating Access Locations

The John Day River North Fork Access Locations map displays boating access points for the North Fork John Day River upstream of Kimberly.

You can also order maps and guidebooks from the Prineville Office that you can take with you.