Lower Buck Creek Campground
Open — Open year-round. From May 15 to October 15, the campground operates with full services. From October 16 to May 14, the campground remains open with reduced services.
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.
Fremont-Winema National Forest 14 Day Stay Limit
Pursuant to 16 USC § 551 and 36 CFR § 261.50 (a) and (b), the following acts are prohibited upon all lands, roads, and trails administered by the Fremont-Winema National Forest as described in this order.
Air Stagnation Advisory issued January 18 at 9:57PM PST until January 21 at 4:00PM PST by NWS Medford OR
* WHAT...Poor air quality will continue. This is due to an inversion and stagnant air conditions near the surface that will continue to trap pollutants within the valleys in Klamath and Lake County. * WHERE...The valleys of Klamath and Lake counties. * WHEN...Until 4 PM PST Wednesday. * IMPACTS...Poor air quality may cause issues for people with respiratory problems.
Air Quality Alert issued January 17 at 5:41PM PST by NWS Medford OR
Oregon Department of Environmental Quality has issued an Air Pollution Advisory...in effect until noon PST Tuesday. 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. - Avoid using wood-burning stoves and other sources of indoor smoke if possible. For additional information...please visit the web site at https://oregonsmoke.org
About
Lower Buck Creek Campground is a small, secluded campground located approximately 30 minutes southwest of Silver Lake, Oregon, in the Fremont-Winema National Forest. Situated in a small valley at 5,000 feet elevation, this rustic campground is nestled next to Buck Creek and surrounded by pastoral meadows and mixed conifer forest. The campground offers true backcountry solitude with just five camping sites. Each campsite includes a picnic table and fire ring, with one vault toilet serving the campground. A small gate next to the vault toilet provides access to the creek and adjacent riparian meadow. The campground is particularly popular with hunter groups and small family reunions seeking a primitive forest camping experience. Vehicles must be parked at least 200 feet from the creek's edge to protect the riparian area. Lower Buck Creek provides excellent opportunities for wildlife viewing, especially deer and elk, as well as photography and relaxation in a peaceful natural setting. Anglers can fish for brook trout in the creek, and visitors can enjoy strolling along the perennial stream that flows from Yamsay Mountain. The campground has no potable water, so visitors must pack in sufficient water supplies and pack out all refuse.
Directions
From Silver Lake, Oregon, take Highway 31 west for about 1.5 miles then turn on County Road 4-10 (Bear Flat Road). County Highway 4-10 will become Forest Service Road 2804. From FS Road 2804, turn left onto FS Road 2804-013 and Lower Buck Creek Campground will be at the end of the road.
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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 | No |
| Pull Through Sites | — |
Cell Service
| AT&T | None |
| Verizon | None |
| T-Mobile | None |
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