Scotts Camp Campground
Open year-round, first-come-first-served. No fees required. 14-day stay limit. No potable water available on site.
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. Some examples of these include hay bales, hay…
Fireworks and Explosives are always Prohibited
Fireworks and explosives (including explosive targets) are always prohibited on national forest lands. The prohibition of fireworks and exploding targets on national forest system lands is part of a set of permanent fire safety regulations in the Code of Federal Regulations (CFR), listed below.…
Stage 1 Fire Restrictions
Stage 1 Public Use Fire Restrictions prohibit open fires, including wood stoves and charcoal briquette fires, on Ochoco National Forest & Crooked River National Grassland lands, except within designated developed campgrounds. Chainsaw use is prohibited between the hours of 1:00 p.m. and 8:00 p.m.…
Wiley Flat Campground Closure
The Wiley Flat Campground is currently closed due to hazards and hazardous conditions created as a result of the Wiley Flat fire of 2024. The closure includes all developed sites, roads, trails, and facilities within the campground boundary. View Map.
14 Day Stay Order
Camping or otherwise occupying a single location (including leaving camping equipment and/or related supplies) for a period longer than 14 consecutive calendar days is PROHIBITED on the Ochoco National Forest & Crooked River National Grassland.
Prescribed Fire information
Each year, prescribed burning is done in the spring and fall to improve forest health and protect communities. Visit our Prescribed Fire in Central Oregon page to learn more.
About
Scotts Camp Campground is a free primitive camping area in the Ochoco National Forest of central Oregon. Situated at the intersection of Forest Service Roads 22, 3010, and 2630, the campground provides convenient access to multiple forest roads and recreational opportunities in the area. The campground sits north of Big Summit Prairie and south of the Bridge Creek Wilderness, making it an ideal staging point for backcountry exploration, hiking, and wildlife viewing. Facilities are minimal: vault toilets and picnic tables are provided, but there is no potable water on site. Campers must bring their own drinking water and plan accordingly for a primitive camping experience. This is a first-come-first-served campground with no reservation system. There are no fees to camp here. A 14-day stay limit applies, as is standard across National Forest Service lands.
Directions
From Prineville, Oregon: Head east on Hwy 26 for approximately 27 miles. Turn right onto Forest Service Road 2630 and continue for approximately 3 miles. Turn right onto Forest Service Road 2210 and continue for 2 miles. Turn left onto Forest Service Road 22 and continue for approximately 13 miles. Make a sharp left at the junction of Forest Service Road 22 and Forest Service Road 150 to stay on Forest Service Road 22. Proceed about 2 miles and Scotts Campground will be on your left at the intersection of Forest Service Road 22 and Forest Service Road 3010, across from a gravel pit.
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 | — |
| Pull Through Sites | — |
Contact
| Phone | +1 (541) 416-6500 |
Cell Service
| AT&T | None |
| Verizon | None |
| T-Mobile | None |
Useful Links
| USFS Scotts Campground Page | |
| Ochoco NF Alerts |
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