Tip Top Campground
Open for the season. First-come, first-served with no reservations. Fee campgrounds in Malheur National Forest typically operate May 1 through October 31. No potable water available; bring your own supply.
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.…
Stancliff Bridge FSR31 Closure for Repair
This Closure is necessary to facilitate emergency repairs to roads and bridges within the Emigrant Creek Ranger District. Road maintenance on the Emigrant Creek Ranger District will commence on Monday, April 20, 2026. The Stancliff bridge must be closed to protect the public during the repair…
Magone Trail Closure Continuation 2026
Due to precommercial thinning operations that are planned around Magone Bike trail paths, for the safety of the public these trails need to be closed to the public while falling activities take place. Trails and Trailheads affected:Porcupine Springs #5089Phlo #5091Pumphouse #5091
14 Day Stay Limit
Prohibition of Camping on the Umatilla, Wallowa-Whitman, and Malheur National Forests for a period longer than 14 days within any 30-day period. 36 CFR § 261.58(a)
About
Tip Top Campground offers a quiet, uncrowded camping experience in Oregon's Malheur National Forest. With only three sites, this small campground provides solitude and easy access to nearby Delintment Lake. The campground has been recently renovated with new vault restrooms, picnic tables, and fire rings at each site. Located at approximately 5,600 feet elevation in the high desert ponderosa pine country, Tip Top is best suited for tent camping and small RVs. The access road is paved from Burns except for the last mile. There is no potable water on site, so campers must bring an adequate supply. Trash service is not provided; all refuse must be packed out. The campground operates on a first-come, first-served basis with no reservations. Camping fees are $6 per night for a single site, with an additional $3 per night for extra vehicles. Check-in is at 2:00 p.m. and check-out at 12:00 p.m. Quiet hours are 10:00 p.m. to 6:00 a.m., and the maximum stay is 14 consecutive nights.
Directions
From Burns, OR, travel west on US Highway 20 to the junction with Burns-Izee Road 127/Forest Road 47. Turn right at the sign for Yellowjacket Lake and Delintment Lake. Follow County Road 127/Forest Road 47 approximately 11.8 miles to the junction with Forest Road 41. Follow Forest Road 41 approximately 27 miles, turn left to stay on Forest Road 41. Continue 5.8 miles to the junction with Forest Road 800. Turn left onto Forest Road 800 and follow it 0.5 miles; the campground is on the right.
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 | $6 |
Vehicle
| Max RV Length | — |
| Max Trailer Length | — |
| Big Rig Friendly | No |
| Pull Through Sites | — |
Contact
| SM.FS.malpubinfo@usda.gov | |
| Phone | +1 (541) 573-4300 |
Cell Service
| AT&T | None |
| Verizon | Yes |
| T-Mobile | None |
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