Farm Well Horse Camp/Trailhead
Currently closed for the season. This high-elevation site typically opens when roads and conditions permit, generally late spring to early summer. No fees or reservations required; first-come, first-served.
Air Quality Alert issued August 10 at 9:58AM PDT by NWS Medford OR
Oregon Department of Environmental Quality has issued an Air Quality Advisory...in effect until noon PDT Wednesday. Wildfires burning in the region combined with forecast conditions will cause air quality levels to fluctuate and could be at unhealthy levels. Smoke levels can change rapidly depending on the weather. People at risk include infants and young children, people with heart or lung disease, older adults and pregnant people. People can take the following precautions to protect their health: * Follow local burn restrictions to prevent deteriorating air quality. * Avoid strenuous outdoor activity during periods of poor air quality. * People with heart or lung problems and young children are especially vulnerable. These people should stay indoors while smoke levels are high. * Use certified High Efficiency Particulate Air (HEPA) filters in indoor heating, ventilation, cooling and air purification systems. For additional information...please visit the web site at https://oregonsmoke.org
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.
About
Farm Well Horse Camp is a primitive equestrian campground in the Fremont-Winema National Forest, positioned along the Fremont National Recreation Trail approximately 20 minutes east of Silver Lake, Oregon. The forest-mountain setting offers views of basin and range terrain along with striking vistas of Hager Mountain, whose cone-shaped 7,200-foot peak and lookout tower dominate the landscape. The camp features five campsites equipped with picnic tables and fire rings, one vault toilet, horse corrals, and sufficient space to maneuver horse trailers. No potable water is available on site; campers must bring their own drinking water, though two ponds provide water for stock. There are no fees to camp here. From Farm Well, riders can access the Hager Mountain Lookout via a three-mile trail, rewarded with panoramic views of the Cascades and Mount Shasta. Continuing another five miles reaches Thompson Reservoir, a regularly stocked trout fishing destination. Wildlife in the area includes deer, elk, songbirds, hawks, and bald and golden eagles. Motorized vehicles are prohibited on the trails.
Directions
From Silver Lake Ranger District, take Oregon Highway 31 southbound for less than a half mile, then turn right onto County Highway 4-12 (East Bay Road/Forest Road 28). Continue on Forest Road 28 for 6 miles, then turn left on Forest Road 2916. Continue on Forest Road 2916 for 6 miles to Farm Well Horse Camp.
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Amenities
| Water | No |
| Fires Allowed | Yes |
| Toilets | Yes |
| Dump Station | No |
| 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) 576-2107 |
Cell Service
| AT&T | None |
| Verizon | Yes |
| T-Mobile | Yes |
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