Sam Brown Horse Campground
Open for camping. No potable water available; campers must bring their own water supply. Pack out all trash. Maximum stay is 14 days.
Frost Advisory issued October 9 at 8:30PM PDT until October 11 at 8:00AM PDT by NWS Medford OR
* WHAT...Temperatures as low as 30 will result in frost formation within the valleys of Josephine and Jackson Counties. Most areas will fall into the mid 30's with some higher terrain locations like Ashland and Obrien approaching the lower 30's. * WHERE...The valleys of Josephine and Jackson Counties. * WHEN...From 11 PM Saturday to 8 AM PDT Sunday. * IMPACTS...Frost could harm sensitive outdoor vegetation. Sensitive outdoor plants may be killed if left uncovered.
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.
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. Some examples of these include hay bales, hay…
About
Sam Brown Horse Campground is the only designated horse camp on the Wild Rivers Ranger District of the Rogue River-Siskiyou National Forest. Located in the heart of the Illinois Valley's remarkable biodiversity, the campground offers 7 camping units: 5 single sites and 2 double sites. Each site is equipped with a picnic table, fire pit, and access to horse facilities including corrals and areas for hobbling or high-lining. The campground is primitive with a vault toilet but no potable water or trash service. Campers must bring all water needed for themselves and their animals, and pack out all garbage. Pets are allowed but must remain on leash. Campfires are permitted only in developed fire pits, and fireworks and OHV/ATV use are prohibited. The area provides excellent access to multiple trail systems for horseback riding, hiking, and mountain biking. Trails accessible from or near the campground include Briggs Creek Trail #1132 (trailhead located in campground), Taylor Creek Trail, Onion Way Trail, Secret Way Trail, and Dutchy Creek Trail. The Elkhorn Mine Jeep Road is also nearby for those seeking longer rides.
Directions
From Interstate 5, take Merlin Exit to Merlin/Galice Road approximately 12 miles to the 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 the right just past Briggs Creek bridge.
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 | $15 |
Vehicle
| Max RV Length | — |
| Max Trailer Length | — |
| Big Rig Friendly | No |
| Pull Through Sites | — |
Contact
| Phone | +1 (541) 618-2200 |
Cell Service
| AT&T | None |
| Verizon | None |
| T-Mobile | None |
Useful Links
| USFS Sam Brown Horse Campground |
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