Bingham Springs Campground
Open year-round, first-come first-served. No fees. No potable water available; campers must bring their own water supply. 14-day stay limit applies.
Alcohol Prohibitions
This Order describes acts that are prohibited upon lands, roads and trails within the National Forest System administered by the Forest Service Pacific Northwest Region in regards to alcoholic beverages.
Aquatic Invasive Species
This Order prohibits 1) possessing, storing, or transporting any aquatic invasive animal species AND 2) prohibits possessing, storing, or transporting any aquatic or riparian invasive plant species - on National Forest System lands in the Pacific Northwest Region as specified in the Order.
Restrictions on Use of Forage and Mulch Products
This Order prohibits unloading, storing, or using any straw, hay, grain, seed, or other forage or mulch products that are not state-certified weed free on the National Forest System lands, roads or trails in any Closure Area as specific in the Order. Some examples of these include hay bales, hay…
Fireworks and Explosives are always Prohibited
Fireworks and explosives (including explosive targets) are always prohibited on national forest lands. The prohibition of fireworks and exploding targets on national forest system lands is part of a set of permanent fire safety regulations in the Code of Federal Regulations (CFR), listed below.…
Stage 1 Fire Restrictions
Stage 1 Public Use Fire Restrictions prohibit open fires, including wood stoves and charcoal briquette fires, on Ochoco National Forest & Crooked River National Grassland lands, except within designated developed campgrounds. Chainsaw use is prohibited between the hours of 1:00 p.m. and 8:00 p.m.…
Wiley Flat Campground Closure
The Wiley Flat Campground is currently closed due to hazards and hazardous conditions created as a result of the Wiley Flat fire of 2024. The closure includes all developed sites, roads, trails, and facilities within the campground boundary. View Map.
14 Day Stay Order
Camping or otherwise occupying a single location (including leaving camping equipment and/or related supplies) for a period longer than 14 consecutive calendar days is PROHIBITED on the Ochoco National Forest & Crooked River National Grassland.
Prescribed Fire information
Each year, prescribed burning is done in the spring and fall to improve forest health and protect communities. Visit our Prescribed Fire in Central Oregon page to learn more.
About
Bingham Springs Campground is a small, rustic facility tucked into the northwestern corner of Ochoco National Forest in central Oregon. The campground sits adjacent to a scenic meadow and small pond, offering a peaceful setting for those seeking solitude and wilderness access. Its location at the same developed site as Twin Pillars North Trailhead makes it an ideal basecamp for hikers exploring the Mill Creek Wilderness. This primitive campground provides basic amenities including vault toilets and picnic tables at each site, but campers must bring their own drinking water as none is available on-site. There are no fees to camp here, making it an attractive option for budget-conscious visitors. Access is via Forest Service Road 27, approximately 23 miles north of Prineville. The campground's proximity to Mill Creek Wilderness offers opportunities for hiking, wildlife viewing, and experiencing Oregon's high desert forest landscape. A 14-day stay limit applies, consistent with all Ochoco National Forest facilities.
Directions
From Prineville, Oregon: Travel north on Main Street for approximately 11 miles to the Ochoco National Forest boundary. Main Street turns into Forest Service Road 27 at the forest boundary. Continue on Forest Service Road 27 for another 12 miles. At the junction of Forest Service Road 27 and Forest Service Road 2745, veer right to stay on Forest Service Road 27. Continue for another 1/2 mile along the wilderness boundary. Bingham Springs Campground will be on your right in the same developed site as Twin Pillars North Trailhead.
Amenities
| Water | No |
| Fires Allowed | — |
| Toilets | Yes |
| Dump Station | — |
| Wifi | No |
| Pets Allowed | — |
| Showers | No |
| Electric Hookups | — |
| Water Hookups | — |
| Sewer Hookups | — |
| Camp Store | No |
| Price | $0 |
Vehicle
| Max RV Length | — |
| Max Trailer Length | — |
| Big Rig Friendly | — |
| Pull Through Sites | — |
Contact
| Phone | +1 (541) 416-6500 |
Cell Service
| AT&T | None |
| Verizon | None |
| T-Mobile | None |
Useful Links
| USFS Bingham Springs Campground | |
| Ochoco NF Alerts |
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