Slide Horse Camp
The campground is marked as temporarily closed on the USFS website. Normal operating season runs May 1 through October 31. First-come, first-served only; no reservations accepted. 14-day stay limit within any 30-day period.
Air Quality Alert issued July 20 at 3:24PM PDT by NWS Pendleton OR
Oregon Department of Environmental Quality has issued an Air Quality Advisory until 4 PM PDT Wednesday. For the Smoke Air Quality Advisory, wildfires burning in the region combined with forecasted conditions will cause air quality to reach unhealthy levels. Pollutants in smoke can cause burning eyes, runny nose, aggravate heart and lung diseases, and aggravate other serious health problems. Limit outdoor activities and keep children indoors if it is smoky. Please follow medical advice if you have a heart or lung condition. For additional information...please visit the Web site at http://www.oregon.gov/DEQ
Air Quality Alert issued July 20 at 1:46PM PDT by NWS Pendleton OR
Oregon Department of Environmental Quality has issued an Air Quality Advisory until 4 PM PDT Wednesday. For the Smoke Air Quality Advisory, wildfires burning in the region combined with forecasted conditions will cause air quality to reach unhealthy levels. Pollutants in smoke can cause burning eyes, runny nose, aggravate heart and lung diseases, and aggravate other serious health problems. Limit outdoor activities and keep children indoors if it is smoky. Please follow medical advice if you have a heart or lung condition. For additional information...please visit the Web site at http://www.oregon.gov/DEQ
Air Quality Alert issued July 20 at 1:14PM PDT by NWS Pendleton OR
Oregon Department of Environmental Quality has issued an Air Quality Advisory until 4 PM PDT Wednesday. For the Air Quality Advisory, stagnant air conditions will trap smoke and other air pollutants near the ground where people breathe. Check with your local health or air agency for current restrictions on woodstove use. There are often exceptions for those who use wood exclusively to heat their homes and those with limited income. People can take the following precautions to protect their health: * Follow local burn restrictions to prevent deteriorating air quality. * Avoid strenuous outdoor activity in smoky conditions. * 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 http://www.oregon.gov/DEQ
About
Slide Horse Camp is a dedicated equestrian campground in the Malheur National Forest, designed specifically for visitors traveling with horses. The campground sits among ponderosa pines at approximately 5,900 feet elevation and offers sites equipped with horse stalls and corrals. Stock water is available within 100 yards at Strawberry Creek, though there is no potable water for humans on site. The campground serves as an excellent base for horse-supported exploration of the Strawberry Mountain Wilderness. The Slide Connector Trail #386, located just up the road, provides a 3.8-mile route into the wilderness where it connects with the Skyline Trail #385 for extended rides. Strawberry Basin Trail #375 offers a shorter 1.5-mile ride to Strawberry Lake, Strawberry Falls, and Little Strawberry Lake. The area is popular for big game hunting during fall and early winter months, with Rocky Mountain Elk and Mule Deer being common targets. The campground is located one mile from both Strawberry Campground and the Strawberry Basin Trailhead, providing additional options for trail access and amenities.
Directions
From Prairie City, OR, turn onto South Main Street. Follow South Main Street to the junction with Bridge Street. Turn left onto Bridge Street. Take the second right onto Bridge Street again and follow it to the city limits where it becomes County Road 60. Continue on County Road 60 for approximately 7 miles until it becomes Forest Road 6001. Continue on Forest Road 6001 for approximately 1 mile; the campground will be on the right.
Amenities
| Water | No |
| Fires Allowed | — |
| Toilets | Yes |
| Dump Station | — |
| Wifi | No |
| Pets Allowed | — |
| Showers | No |
| Electric Hookups | — |
| Water Hookups | — |
| Sewer Hookups | — |
| Camp Store | No |
| Price | $8 |
Vehicle
| Max RV Length | — |
| Max Trailer Length | — |
| Big Rig Friendly | — |
| Pull Through Sites | — |
Contact
| SM.FS.malpubinfo@usda.gov | |
| Phone | +1 (541) 820-3800 |
Cell Service
| AT&T | None |
| Verizon | None |
| T-Mobile | None |
Useful Links
| USFS Slide Horse Camp Page | |
| Malheur NF Alerts |
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