Malheur National Forest
Usda Forest Service, Oregon.
Camping Facts and Guidelines
Malheur National Forest Campground Brochure
- There is no fee for day use on the Malheur National Forest
- There is a 14 day camping limit in developed sites (developed campgrounds)
- A 30 day stay limit is in place for dispersed sites (non-developed campgrounds)
- All campgrounds are first come first serve except for the group camping site at Magone Lake. Reservations can be made at https://www.recreation.gov/
Dispersed Camping
Many people enjoy the solitude and primitive experience of camping away from developed campgrounds and other campers. Dispersed camping is the term used for camping anywhere in the National Forest outside of a designated campground. Dispersed camping means there are no toilets, no picnic tables, no trash cans, no treated water, and no fire grates. Typically, dispersed camping is not allowed in the immediate vicinity of developed recreation areas such as campgrounds, boat ramps, picnic areas or trailheads. There are extra responsibilities and skills that are necessary for dispersed camping. It's your responsibility to know these before you try this new experience.
Camping and Day Use
- Deer Creek Guard Station Cabin
- Fall Mountain Lookout Cabin
- Idlewild
- Magone Lake
- Murderers Creek Guard Station
- Short Creek Guard Station
- Sunshine Guard Station
Activities and Experiences
Nearby Activities
- Biking
- Camping
- Fire Lookouts/Cabins Overnight
- Fishing
- Hiking
- Horse Camping
- Horseback Riding
- Hunting
- Off Highway Vehicle
- Picnicking
- Swimming
- Wildlife Viewing
