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.

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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