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.
Air Quality Alert issued August 10 at 7:21PM MDT by NWS Boise ID
* WHAT...High concentration of smoke particulates from wildfire smoke. * WHERE...Harney County. * WHEN... UNTIL 11 AM 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.
Air Quality Alert issued August 10 at 1:04PM MDT by NWS Boise ID
* WHAT...High concentration of smoke particulates from wildfire smoke. * WHERE...Harney County. * WHEN...UNTIL 11 AM 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.
Air Quality Alert issued August 10 at 10:29AM MDT by NWS Boise ID
* WHAT...High concentration of smoke particulates from wildfire smoke. * WHERE...Harney County. * WHEN... UNTIL 12 PM 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.
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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