Clyde Holliday State Recreation Site
- Status
- Open (per official listing)
- Entrance fee
- See fee details
- Day-use reservations
- None mentioned
- Dogs
- Statewide rule — see below
- Camping
- Yes
- Official site
- stateparks.oregon.gov(541) 932-4453
Official page last checked Oct 29, 2026. Details last changed Oct 29, 2026. How we keep this current
Current alerts 3
Alert General advisoryWater has been turned off to campsites at Clyde Holliday State Recreation Site. The bathroom and shower building in the campground will continue to… (more)
Water has been turned off to campsites at Clyde Holliday State Recreation Site. The bathroom and shower building in the campground will continue to have water through winter.
Posted by the park 2026-10-21. Official alert
Alert Electric-assisted bicycle advisoryElectric-assisted bicycles (e-bikes) are not allowed on the Riverside Trail at Clyde Holliday State Recreation Area. For more information on riding… (more)
Electric-assisted bicycles (e-bikes) are not allowed on the Riverside Trail at Clyde Holliday State Recreation Area. For more information on riding e-bikes within Oregon State Parks please visit our e-bike webpage.
Posted by the park 2025-07-01. Official alert
Alert General advisoryEmerald Ash Borer, a highly invasive insect, has been sighted in Oregon for the first time. Help contain this extremely damaging insect by following… (more)
Emerald Ash Borer, a highly invasive insect, has been sighted in Oregon for the first time. Help contain this extremely damaging insect by following these firewood tips: • Buy locally harvested firewood at or near your destination. • Buy certified heat-treated firewood ahead of time, if available.
Posted by the park 2022-08-19. Official alert
Overview
Clyde Holliday State Recreation Site is a recreation area in Grant County, about 7 miles west of John Day.
The park supports fishing, wildlife watching, hiking, and picnicking. Camping is available: campsites, including RV sites with electric and water hookups, tent sites, and showers.
Hours
Park, gate, office and facility hours are listed separately because they often differ. Alerts above override normal hours.
| Facility | Days | Hours | Season |
|---|---|---|---|
| The park’s wording doesn’t give clock times — see the official wording below. | |||
Official wording
Open for camping: Mar 1 – Nov 30
Source: official park page, checked Oct 29, 2026. Times are local to the park (America/Los Angeles).
Pets
Pets must be physically restrained (held or on a leash no longer than six feet) except in designated off-leash areas or inside a vehicle, tent or pet-friendly yurt/cabin; owners pick up after pets.
Statewide rule from Oregon's park system (source). This park’s page doesn’t state its own pet rules, so check for local restrictions.
Fees and passes
| Item | Amount |
|---|---|
| There is a | $10 |
Official wording
Dump Station Fee There is a $10 fee to use the dump station. You can pay by scanning the QR code posted at the station. You do not need to be a registered camper to use the dump station. Registered state park camping guests only need to pay once per stay to use the dump station. For more information see the FAQ page – the dump station questions are at the bottom of the General section.
Oregon park passes
- 12-month day-use parking permit — $60 Oregon residents; $75 non-residents. Day-use parking at parks that require a day-use parking permit Details
- Daily parking permit — $10 per day per vehicle (residents); $12 (non-residents). Parking for the day at any state park that requires a day-use parking permit Details
From the Oregon state guide. Confirm which passes this park accepts.
Reservations
- Day use
- No day-use reservation requirement mentioned
- Booking system
- ReserveAmerica (oregonstateparks.reserveamerica.com)
- Phone
- 800-452-5687
We link to the official booking system rather than showing live availability, which changes minute to minute.
Camping
| Campground or site type | Sites | Hookups / features | Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Year-round Camping Sites feel secluded, thanks to trees and vegetation. From late October through March, weather permitting, water hookups at campsites are turned off. Water remains available at the RV dump station for filling containers and RV tanks. Restrooms, showers and electric hookups are available year-round. Note: Mosquitoes are especially active during May–July.
Campsites are reservable up to six months in advance. Find reservation link at the top of the page.
• 31 electrical sites with water
• Hiker/biker camp
• Hot showers and flush toilets
• Firewood and ice sales
• RV dump station
• Horseshoe pits… | — | Sites feel secluded, thanks to trees and vegetation. From late October through March, weather permitting, water hookups at campsites are turned off. Water remains available at the RV dump station for filling containers and RV tanks. Restrooms, showers and electric hookups are available year-round. Note: Mosquitoes are especially active during May–July.; 31 electrical sites with water; Hiker/biker campShowers | — |
Camping details from the park
Year-round Camping Sites feel secluded, thanks to trees and vegetation. From late October through March, weather permitting, water hookups at campsites are turned off. Water remains available at the RV dump station for filling containers and RV tanks. Restrooms, showers and electric hookups are available year-round. Note: Mosquitoes are especially active during May–July. Campsites are reservable up to six months in advance. Find reservation link at the top of the page. • 31 electrical sites with water • Hiker/biker camp • Hot showers and flush toilets • Firewood and ice sales • RV dump station • Horseshoe pits • Outdoor amphitheater with summer interpretive programs
From the official park page, checked Oct 29, 2026. Site counts and prices can change; confirm when booking.
Things to do
FishingWildlife viewing and birdingHikingCampingPicnicking
Amenities
Facilities
- Restrooms
- Flush toilets
- Vault or pit toilets
- Showers
- Picnic areas
- Nature center or museum
- Amphitheater
Camping
- RV dump station
- Tent camping
- RV camping
- Electric hookups
- Water hookups
✓ listed by the park · ✕ the park says it is not available. Anything not shown here isn’t mentioned by the official source — that means unknown, not unavailable.
Accessibility
This page offers images of Clyde Holliday State Recreation Site with descriptions of accessible areas. Our hope is that this information will help you as you plan your trip here and that you can determine whether the park's facilities meets your accessibility needs. Accessible amenities: Fishing, Vault Toilets, Exhibit Information
Official accessibility information
Conditions change. Contact the park to confirm specific accessible features before your visit.
Getting there
- Nearest town
- John Day — about 7 mi west (straight line)
- Coordinates
- 44.4165, -119.0880
- Phone
- (541) 932-4453
Nearby state parks
Sources and freshness
- Oregon State Parks — park page — last checked Oct 29, 2026; page says updated Oct 13, 2026
- Oregon State Parks park finder JSON (services/park.cfc?method=getAll), used by the Find a Park page
- Wikidata
“Last checked” is when our system last read the official source. “Last changed” (Oct 29, 2026) is when the information shown here last differed from the previous check. Hours, fees and rules can change without notice — confirm with the park before you go. Methodology