John Day River Maps

November 17, 2020 Update: An online permit is required to boat between Service Creek and Tumwater Falls. Permits to launch from July 16 - December 31 are available on this website, except for trips on Segment 1A and 1B (Cottonwood to Tumwater Falls) in the Fall (September 1 – November 30), which are available at Recreation.gov. Thirtymile Boat Launch is not accessible by vehicle from Dec 1 - April 15 for the winter closure of Armstrong Canyon Rd.

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.