Joaquin Miller Horse Camp
Open for the season (May 1 through October 31). Water from the hand pump is seasonal and may not yet be available in early season depending on temperatures. Pack out all trash. Some nearby trails have maintenance issues with down logs and overgrown brush due to past wildfires. 14-day stay limit.
Air Quality Alert issued August 10 at 8:47PM 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 8:40PM 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 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.
About
Joaquin Miller Horse Camp is a lightly used 8-site campground in Malheur National Forest, developed specifically for equestrian camping. The campground features two pipe stock corrals and hitching rails for horses. Despite its easily accessible location along US Highway 395, just 19 miles north of Burns, Oregon, the campground sees light use throughout the season. Set among ponderosa pine trees, this camp serves as an excellent base for exploring the surrounding national forest. Nearby trails include Idlewild Loop Trail #317, Devine Summit Trail #318, Craft Cabin Trail #319, and Myrtle Creek Trail #308. Note that some trails have not been maintained recently due to wildfire damage, with down logs, overgrown brush, and tread damage present. Amenities include vault toilets and a hand-pump well for drinking water (seasonal availability, typically mid-May through mid-October). There is no trash service; campers must pack out all waste. The campground can accommodate camp trailers up to 20 feet in length. All sites are first-come, first-served with no reservations required. Cashless fee payment is available via the Recreation.gov app.
Directions
From Burns, OR, travel 2.8 miles east on US Highway 20 to the junction with US Highway 395. Turn north onto US Highway 395 and continue approximately 16.4 miles. The campground will be on the left.
Amenities
| Water | Yes |
| Fires Allowed | — |
| Toilets | Yes |
| Dump Station | — |
| 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
| Phone | +1 (541) 573-4300 |
Cell Service
| AT&T | None |
| Verizon | None |
| T-Mobile | None |
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