Sam Brown Campground
Open — Open year-round for first-come, first-served camping. Access may be limited in winter due to snow on the narrow, steep access road.
Air Stagnation Advisory issued January 18 at 9:57PM PST until January 21 at 4:00PM PST by NWS Medford OR
* WHAT...For the Freezing Fog Advisory within the Illinois and lower Rogue Valley in Josephine County, visibility under 1/4 mile in dense freezing fog. For the Air Stagnation Advisory, decreased air quality will likely continue. This is due to an inversion and stagnant air conditions near the surface that will continue to trap pollutants. * WHERE...For the Freezing Fog Advisory and Air Stagnation Advisory, within the Illinois and lower Rogue Valley in Josephine County. For the Air Stagnation Advisory, valleys in eastern Curry and Josephine County. * WHEN...For the Air Stagnation Advisory, until 4 PM PST Wednesday. For the Freezing Fog Advisory, until noon PST Monday. * IMPACTS...Poor air quality may cause issues for people with respiratory problems. Dense freezing fog could make driving conditions hazardous and create some slick surfaces.
Freezing Fog Advisory issued January 18 at 9:57PM PST until January 19 at 12:00PM PST by NWS Medford OR
* WHAT...For the Freezing Fog Advisory within the Illinois and lower Rogue Valley in Josephine County, visibility under 1/4 mile in dense freezing fog. For the Air Stagnation Advisory, decreased air quality will likely continue. This is due to an inversion and stagnant air conditions near the surface that will continue to trap pollutants. * WHERE...For the Freezing Fog Advisory and Air Stagnation Advisory, within the Illinois and lower Rogue Valley in Josephine County. For the Air Stagnation Advisory, valleys in eastern Curry and Josephine County. * WHEN...For the Air Stagnation Advisory, until 4 PM PST Wednesday. For the Freezing Fog Advisory, until noon PST Monday. * IMPACTS...Poor air quality may cause issues for people with respiratory problems. Dense freezing fog could make driving conditions hazardous and create some slick surfaces.
Freezing Fog Advisory issued January 18 at 12:15PM PST until January 18 at 12:00PM PST by NWS Medford OR
* WHAT...For the Freezing Fog Advisory within the Illinois and lower Rogue Valley in Josephine County, visibility under 1/4 mile in dense freezing fog. For the Air Stagnation Advisory, decreased air quality will likely continue. This is due to an inversion and stagnant air conditions near the surface that will continue to trap pollutants. * WHERE...For the Freezing Fog Advisory and Air Stagnation Advisory, within the Illinois and lower Rogue Valley in Josephine County. For the Air Stagnation Advisory, valleys in Josephine County. * WHEN...For the Air Stagnation Advisory, until 4 PM PST Wednesday. For the Freezing Fog Advisory, from 8 PM this evening to noon PST Monday. * IMPACTS...Low visibility could make driving conditions hazardous, and locally slick conditions are possible. Poor air quality may cause issues for people with respiratory problems. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...A current Freezing Fog Advisory is going to remain expired, as temperatures in the Illinois Valley and around Grants Pass have risen above freezing. With cool temperatures expected to return tonight into Monday morning, an Advisory is in place to address those forecast conditions.
About
Sam Brown Campground is centered around a large meadow with a colorful history from early miners and homesteaders in the area. Located in the remote Briggs Valley of Rogue River-Siskiyou National Forest, the campground offers 19 sites suitable for tents, small trailers, or campers. The narrow, winding, steep access road restricts larger vehicle sizes. The meadow serves as the focal point for group activities and wildlife viewing, with deer, elk, and numerous bird species frequently spotted in the area. Briggs Creek flows through before continuing to the Illinois River. The campground features two picnic shelters and an amphitheater, making it ideal for larger groups. Trail enthusiasts have access to multiple nearby options including Briggs Creek Trail #1132 (trailhead in campground), Taylor Creek Trail #1142, Onion Way Trail #1157, Secret Way Trail #1282, Dutchy Creek Trail #1154, and Elkhorn Mine Jeep Road. The trails accommodate hiking, mountain biking, horseback riding, and motorcycles. Sam Brown Horse Camp is located nearby for equestrian campers.
Directions
From Interstate 5, take the Merlin Exit to Merlin/Galice Road approximately 12 miles to Briggs Valley Road (Forest Road 2500). Follow Forest Road 2500 approximately 15 miles to Forest Road 2512, turn right and the campground will be on your left about 0.5 mile up the road. Access restricts vehicle size due to narrow, winding, steep road.
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Amenities
| Water | No |
| Fires Allowed | Yes |
| Toilets | Yes |
| Dump Station | No |
| Wifi | No |
| Pets Allowed | Yes |
| Showers | No |
| Electric Hookups | — |
| Water Hookups | — |
| Sewer Hookups | — |
| Camp Store | No |
| Price | $10 |
Vehicle
| Max RV Length | — |
| Max Trailer Length | — |
| Big Rig Friendly | No |
| Pull Through Sites | No |
Cell Service
| AT&T | None |
| Verizon | None |
| T-Mobile | None |
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