Emigrant Campground
The campground is currently open for the season on a first-come, first-served basis. No potable water is available; campers must bring their own water supply. Check-in is at 2:00 p.m. and check-out is at 12:00 p.m.
Red Flag Warning issued July 22 at 1:23PM PDT until July 22 at 11:00PM PDT by NWS Pendleton OR
...The upper level low offshore will shift to the east just enough today to allow for monsoonal moisture to move into the region. Instability will accompany the moisture and allow for increased chances of isolated to scattered thunderstorms across central Oregon and portions of the eastern mountains. Brief heavy downpours, gusty outflow winds, small hail, and frequent lightning will be possible... The National Weather Service in Pendleton has issued a Red Flag Warning for abundant lightning, which is in effect from 11 AM to 8 PM PDT Thursday. * AFFECTED AREA...Fire Weather Zone 698 Southern Blue Mountains. * TIMING...For the first Red Flag Warning, until 11 PM PDT this evening. For the second Red Flag Warning, from 11 AM to 8 PM PDT Thursday. * IMPACTS...Any fire that develops will catch and spread quickly. Outdoor burning is not recommended. * THUNDERSTORMS...Isolated to scattered dry thunderstorms after 11 AM today. * OUTFLOW WINDS...Gusts from 25-45 mph
Red Flag Warning issued July 22 at 1:23PM PDT until July 23 at 8:00PM PDT by NWS Pendleton OR
...The upper level low offshore will shift to the east just enough today to allow for monsoonal moisture to move into the region. Instability will accompany the moisture and allow for increased chances of isolated to scattered thunderstorms across central Oregon and portions of the eastern mountains. Brief heavy downpours, gusty outflow winds, small hail, and frequent lightning will be possible... The National Weather Service in Pendleton has issued a Red Flag Warning for abundant lightning, which is in effect from 11 AM to 8 PM PDT Thursday. * AFFECTED AREA...Fire Weather Zone 698 Southern Blue Mountains. * TIMING...For the first Red Flag Warning, until 11 PM PDT this evening. For the second Red Flag Warning, from 11 AM to 8 PM PDT Thursday. * IMPACTS...Any fire that develops will catch and spread quickly. Outdoor burning is not recommended. * THUNDERSTORMS...Isolated to scattered dry thunderstorms after 11 AM today. * OUTFLOW WINDS...Gusts from 25-45 mph
Air Quality Alert issued July 22 at 2:33PM MDT by NWS Boise ID
* WHAT...High concentration of smoke particulates from wildfires. * WHERE...Baker, Harney, and Malheur Counties. * WHEN...UNTIL 1 PM PDT FRIDAY. * IMPACTS...Smoke can irritate the eyes, lungs and worsen some medical conditions. People most at risk to adverse health effects include infants, young children, people with heart or lung disease, older adults, and pregnant women. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Smoke levels can change rapidly depending on weather. Check current conditions on the Oregon Smoke Information Blog, DEQ's Air Quality Index, or by downloading the free OregonAIR app on your smartphone.
About
Emigrant Campground sits along Emigrant Creek in Oregon's Malheur National Forest, shaded by large ponderosa pines. This small 7-site campground is rarely crowded, making it ideal for visitors seeking solitude. The creek provides convenient trout fishing opportunities right from camp. The campground is a short drive from the top of Snow Mountain and the historic Snow Mountain Fire Lookout, which offers panoramic views of the surrounding high desert and forested landscape. This is a primitive campground with vault toilets but no potable water, so campers should bring their own water supply. Access is via Forest Road 4340 off Forest Road 43, approximately 33 miles from Burns, OR. The campground accommodates camp trailers up to 20 feet in length. Sites are first-come, first-served at $8 per night.
Directions
From Burns, OR, travel west on US Highway 20 to the junction with County Road 127. Follow County Road 127 approximately 23 miles to the junction with Forest Road 43. Follow Forest Road 43 approximately 9.9 miles to the junction with Forest Road 4340. Follow Forest Road 4340 approximately 0.3 miles to the campground.
Amenities
| Water | No |
| Fires Allowed | — |
| Toilets | Yes |
| Dump Station | No |
| Wifi | No |
| Pets Allowed | — |
| Showers | No |
| Electric Hookups | — |
| Water Hookups | — |
| Sewer Hookups | — |
| Camp Store | No |
| Price | $8 |
Vehicle
| Max RV Length | — |
| Max Trailer Length | 20ft |
| Big Rig Friendly | No |
| Pull Through Sites | — |
Contact
| SM.FS.malpubinfo@usda.gov | |
| Phone | +1 (541) 573-4300 |
Cell Service
| AT&T | None |
| Verizon | None |
| T-Mobile | None |
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