Falls Campground
The campground is open. Drinking water from the hand pump is only available during warmer months and is typically shut off from early October through mid-to-late May or early June depending on temperatures. All sites are first-come, first-served with a 14-day stay limit.
Red Flag Warning issued July 21 at 2:59PM PDT until July 22 at 11:00PM PDT by NWS Pendleton OR
...The upper level low over the region will shift to the east just enough to allow for monsoonal moisture to move into the region. Instability will accompany the moisture and allow for increased chances of thunderstorms across central Oregon and the eastern mountains. Isolated dry thunderstorms could spark new wildfires and gusty outflow winds can affect fires already on the landscape... * AFFECTED AREA...Fire Weather Zones 698 Southern Blue Mountains, 700 Central Mountains of Oregon and 705 Southern Deschutes National Forest. * TIMING...From 11 AM to 11 PM PDT Wednesday. * IMPACTS...Any fire that develops will catch and spread quickly. Outdoor burning is not recommended. * THUNDERSTORMS...Isolated to scattered dry thunderstorms after 11 AM Wednesday. * OUTFLOW WINDS...Gusts from 25-35 mph
Air Quality Alert issued July 21 at 2:08PM MDT by NWS Boise ID
* WHAT...High concentration of smoke particulates from wildfires. * WHERE...Baker, Harney, and Malheur Counties. * WHEN...UNTIL NOON PDT WEDNESDAY. * 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.
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.
About
Falls Campground is a small, rustic campground tucked along Emigrant Creek in Oregon's Malheur National Forest. With only 6 standard nonelectric sites, this campground rarely fills, making it an excellent choice for those seeking solitude and a quiet forest experience. The campground sits at the end of a short spur road off Forest Road 43, about 31 miles from Burns. The sites include vault toilets and a hand pump for drinking water, though the water system is only operational during warmer months, typically mid-May or early June through early October depending on temperatures. There is no trash service, so campers must pack out everything they bring in. Emigrant Creek flows right alongside the campground, providing convenient access for trout fishing without leaving camp. Check-in is at 2:00 p.m. and check-out is at noon. Quiet hours are observed from 10:00 p.m. to 6:00 a.m. A 14-day stay limit applies. Interagency Senior and Access pass holders receive a 50% discount on the $8 nightly fee. Be prepared to pay with cash or check.
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 8.5 miles; the road leading to the campground will be on the left. The campground is at the end of the drive.
Amenities
| Water | Yes |
| 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 | — |
| Big Rig Friendly | — |
| Pull Through Sites | — |
Contact
| Phone | +1 (541) 573-4300 |
Cell Service
| AT&T | None |
| Verizon | None |
| T-Mobile | None |
Useful Links
| Recreation.gov - Falls Campground | |
| USFS - Falls Campground |
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