Overview

Sam Brown Horse Campground is the only horse camp on the Wild Rivers Ranger District! Located in the midst of the area's amazing biodiversity, it's a great place to wander and take in the sights and sounds of the Illinois Valley. 

Facilities

• 7 campsites with picnic tables, and fire pits

• No water available.  Please bring your own water.

• Vault toilet

• No garbage disposal - Please pack it out

Natural Features

The landscape surrounding the Sam Brown Horse Campground is defined by rugged beauty, sprawling meadows, historic mining sites and winding creeks. Briggs Creek flows along the edge of the campground.

Recreation

Recreation opportunities include horseback riding, hiking, wildlife viewing and splashing in the creek.

Nearby Attractions

• Sam Brown Campground

• Onion Way Trail #1157

• Secret Way Trail #1282

• Taylor Creek Trail #1142

Important Notices

• • First come, first serve camping, limited to 14 days.

  • No trash service available, pack out what you pack in.

  • Campfires are allowed in developed Forest Service installed metal fire rings when conditions allow. Learn more about current fire information: https://www.fs.usda.gov/r06/rogue-siskiyou/fire/info

  • Fireworks are prohibited.

  • OHV/ATV use prohibited in campground.

  • Quiet hours between 10pm and 6am.

  • Dogs must be on a leash.

  • There is no cell phone coverage.

  • Must pay via Scan & Pay onsite with the Recreation.gov app. App must be downloaded with cellular service prior to arriving at the campground.

Available Activities

• Birding - Birding
• Camping - Camping
• Fishing - Fishing
• Hiking - Hiking
• Horse Camping - Horse Camping
• Horseback Riding - Horseback Riding
• Scenic Drive - Scenic Drive
• Star Gazing - Star Gazing
• Water Access - Water Access
• Wildlife Viewing - Wildlife Viewing

Directions

<p>From Interstate 5, take Merlin Exit to Merlin / Galice Road approximately 12 miles to the Briggs Valley Road (Forest Road 2500). Follow Forest Road 2500 approximately 15 miles to Forest Road 2512, turn right and the campground will be on the right just past Briggs Creek bridge.</p>

Contact Information

Phone: (541) 592-4000

Rental Options

Learn more about gear rental options for your trip