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Moon Meadow Trailhead

Sumpter, Oregon · Grant County · Facility

Provides access to: Moon Meadows Trail #3042, Pack Saddle Trail #3029 Silver Butte Trail #3025, and Forks Trail # 3019 (southern end) which all access North Fork John Day Wilderness. Moon Meadows is very large, and the trailhead features themselves (corrals, toilet, message board, dispersed camps) are spread out in the…

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5-Day Forecast

Weather at Moon Meadow Trailhead

Live forecast for the park. Plan your visit accordingly.

Avg High61°F
Avg Low36°F
Peak Rain Chance18%
Humidity52%
UV (avg)8
Air Quality45 · Good
Today
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Overcast
53°/33°
🌬 11mph
5:11 AM8:31 PM
Sun
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Overcast
56°/32°
🌬 9mph
5:11 AM8:32 PM
Mon
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Overcast
61°/37°
💧 1%🌬 10mph
5:10 AM8:33 PM
Tue
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Overcast
68°/39°
💧 1%🌬 10mph
5:10 AM8:34 PM
Wed
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Rain Showers
67°/41°
💧 18%🌬 15mph
5:09 AM8:35 PM

Forecast data © Open-Meteo. Refreshed every 6 hours. Always check the most recent forecast before heading out.

About Moon Meadow Trailhead

Provides access to: Moon Meadows Trail #3042, Pack Saddle Trail #3029 Silver Butte Trail #3025, and Forks Trail # 3019 (southern end) which all access North Fork John Day Wilderness. Moon Meadows is very large, and the trailhead features themselves (corrals, toilet, message board, dispersed camps) are spread out in the general area. However, all trails connect with Road 5225, so the message board relates to them all.Directions: From Ukiah, OR, travel about 23 miles to Forest Road 5226/5225 junction. Turn right (south) onto Forest Road 5225 and travel about 7.5 miles south to Moon Meadows. The trailhead is located on the left side of the road where there is an information board. Farther along the un-numbered road to the left is a rustic outhouse.From Granite, OR, head north on Forest Road 73 for 8.6 miles. Then continue northwest on Forest Road 52 for about 17 miles. Then turn left (south) on Forest Road 5225 and travel about 7.5 miles to the Moon Meadow Trailhead, about 4.5 miles beyond Forks Guard Station.One of many dispersed camps:User-made toilet at Moon Meadows:

Plan Your Visit to Moon Meadow Trailhead

Heading to Moon Meadow Trailhead? A few things to know before you go:

  • Reservations: popular sites fill up fast — check Recreation.gov 6 months in advance
  • Fees: day-use and camping fees vary; check current rates on the official park page
  • Trash & pack-out: follow Leave No Trace principles
  • Wildlife: store food in bear boxes where provided; never feed wildlife
  • Weather: the 5-day forecast above is updated every 6 hours; verify just before you go

Frequently Asked Questions

Do I need a reservation for Moon Meadow Trailhead?

No central reservation system listed for Moon Meadow Trailhead. Check the official page (https://www.recreation.gov/camping/campgrounds/247754) for the latest entry policy and availability.