Bingham Springs Campground
Open — Open year-round on a first-come, first-served basis. No fees or reservations. 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.
14 Day Stay Order
Pursuant to 16 USC §551 and 36 CFR §261.50 (a), the following acts are prohibited upon lands administered by the OCHOCO National Forest as described in this order. PROHIBITIONS:
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 tiny, rustic campground located in the northwestern portion of Ochoco National Forest, adjacent to a peaceful meadow and small pond. The campground shares its site with the Twin Pillars North Trailhead, which provides direct access into the Mill Creek Wilderness, making it an ideal base camp for wilderness exploration and backcountry hiking. The campground is bordered by ponderosa and lodgepole pines, creating a scenic forested setting that opens up to meadow views. The open meadow makes for gorgeous stargazing on clear nights. This is a very rustic, undeveloped site with minimal facilities, catering to self-sufficient campers who appreciate solitude and a primitive camping experience. Reached via Forest Service Road 27, the campground sits approximately 23.5 miles north of Prineville. The free campground operates on a first-come, first-served basis with a 14-day stay limit. Campers must bring their own water and be prepared to pack out all trash, as no services are provided beyond vault toilets and picnic tables.
Directions
From Prineville, travel north on Main Street for approximately 11 miles to the Ochoco National Forest boundary. Main Street becomes Forest Service Road 27 at the forest boundary. Continue on FS Road 27 for another 12 miles. At the junction of FS Road 27 and FS Road 2745, veer right to stay on FS Road 27. Continue for another 0.5 miles along the wilderness boundary. Bingham Springs Campground will be on your right at the Twin Pillars North Trailhead.
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Amenities
| Water | No |
| Fires Allowed | Yes |
| Toilets | Yes |
| Dump Station | No |
| Wifi | No |
| Pets Allowed | Yes |
| Showers | No |
| Electric Hookups | — |
| Water Hookups | — |
| Sewer Hookups | — |
| Camp Store | No |
| Price | $0 |
Vehicle
| Max RV Length | — |
| Max Trailer Length | — |
| Big Rig Friendly | No |
| Pull Through Sites | — |
Contact
| Phone | +1 (541) 416-6500 |
Cell Service
| AT&T | None |
| Verizon | None |
| T-Mobile | None |
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