South Steens

Summary

South Steens Campground is situated on Steens Mountain and offers 36 family campsites with picnic tables and grills, as well as 15 equestrian sites with tie posts and small corrals. During the typical season of mid-May to mid-November, vault restrooms and drinking water are available. The campground is near the Historic Riddle Brothers Ranch, hiking trails, and gorges.

Overview:

South Steens Campground is located in the heart of Steens Mountain. Visitors will find picnic tables and grills at 36 family campsites amid juniper and sage. The equestrian site, designed specifically for horse users, is directly adjacent to the family campground. Recreational stock (horses, mules, llamas, goats, etc.) are not allowed in the family portion of South Steens Campground, but are welcome and comfortable at 15 equestrian sites complete with tie posts and small corrals.

Know Before You Go:

• The typical season of use at South Steens Campground is mid-May through mid-November.
• Vault restrooms and drinking water are available.
• The use of pelletized or certified weed-free hay is required on all BLM public lands in Oregon and Washington.

Point of Interest:

South Steens Family and Equestrian Campgrounds are close to the Historic Riddle Brothers Ranch, several hiking trails, and the Little Blitzen and Big Indian gorges.

South Steens Campground Brochure