Joaquin Miller Horse Camp
Closed — The campground is temporarily closed for the season. Water systems are shut off from October through May or early June depending on temperatures. The campground typically reopens in late spring.
Air Stagnation Advisory issued December 29 at 12:21PM MST until January 1 at 10:00AM MST by NWS Boise ID
* WHAT...An extended period of stagnant air, with light winds and little vertical mixing. This is due to an inversion near the surface that will trap pollutants in the valleys. * WHERE...Portions of south central and southwest Idaho and northeast and southeast Oregon. * WHEN...Until 10 AM MST /9 AM PST/ Thursday. * IMPACTS...Poor air quality may cause issues for people with respiratory problems.
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.
Restrictions on Use of Forage and Mulch Products
This Order prohibits unloading, storing, or using any straw, hay, grain, seed, or other forage or mulch products that are not state-certified weed free on the National Forest System lands, roads or trails in any Closure Area as specific in the Order.
Malheur Falls Post Fire Hazards Closure
Prohibitions1. Entering into or being upon an area closed for the protection of public health and safety. 36 CFR § 261.53(e).2. Being on a National Forest System Road. 36 CFR § 261.54(c) and (e).
14 Day Stay Limit
Prohibition of Camping on the Umatilla, Wallowa-Whitman, and Malheur National Forests for a period longer than 14 days within any 30-day period. 36 CFR § 261.58(a)
About
Joaquin Miller Horse Camp is an 8-site campground in Malheur National Forest, located 19 miles north of Burns, Oregon along US Highway 395. Despite its easily accessible roadside location, the campground receives light use most of the year. Specifically developed to accommodate stock animals, the facility features two pipe stock corrals and hitching rails for equestrian campers. The campground provides basic amenities including vault toilets and hand-pumped drinking water, though water is only available during warmer months and is shut off from early to mid-October until mid to late May or early June depending on temperatures. There is no trash service, so visitors must pack out everything they bring in. The campground can accommodate camp trailers 20 feet in length or under, with sites featuring tables and fire pits. Nearby trails have been impacted by recent wildfires, and visitors should expect to encounter down logs, overgrown brush, and trail damage. The Forest Service has contracted maintenance work to address the backlog. The campground operates on a first-come, first-served basis with a 14-day stay limit, offering a peaceful equestrian basecamp in eastern Oregon's high desert forest.
Directions
From Burns, Oregon, 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 toward John Day. The campground will be on the left.
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Amenities
| Water | Yes |
| Fires Allowed | Yes |
| Toilets | Yes |
| Dump Station | No |
| Wifi | No |
| Pets Allowed | Yes |
| Showers | No |
| Electric Hookups | No |
| Water Hookups | No |
| Sewer Hookups | No |
| Camp Store | No |
| Price | $8 |
Vehicle
| Max RV Length | 20ft |
| 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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