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Camp Hart Mountain

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Hart Mountain National Antelope Refuge manages this free, drive-in campground along a paved road from Plush that stays smooth nearly to the site loop. The gravel sites are level, spaced apart, and each includes a fire ring and picnic table. Sites sit against the mountain with open sightlines toward the Warner Valley wetlands and meadows, where wildlife is commonly spotted. A central water spigot provides potable water, though a longer hose helps for tank fills. The campground fills up, so arriving early secures the better spots. Hart Mountain Hot Springs lies roughly five miles southeast, making this a practical base for exploring the refuge.

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Map & DirectionsCamp Hart Mountain is located in Oregon near Plush

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Dispersed Camping

Coordinates

42.54264054 N
119.77323736 W

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  • Drive-In
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Site Types

  • Dispersed

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  • Drinking Water
  • Toilets
  • Alcohol
  • Pets

DISPERSED CAMPING

Enjoy dispersed camping on government land and leave no trace. Pack in and pack out. No (or limited) services at this camping area. Permit may be required.

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Visitors often highlighted this free campground's level sites and basic amenities in a scenic mountain setting. A common theme was the excellent wildlife viewing and dark skies, though expect limited privacy and mosquitos near the creek.

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Reviewed Nov. 14, 2025

Nice Place - Launching pad to Hart Mountain Refuge

Nov 10th, 2025 - 2nd stay here.   Previous time was Jan 2025 - a little snow but no problem with driving.

It's a paved, full highway all the way from Plush OR to within 100yards of the campground - super smooth to drive to. 

We u se it as  launching place to visit the Hart Mountain Refuge area (has hot springs, lookout, petroglyph lake, off-road trails), Glass House, Plush OR, and it's only 20miles from the Public Gemstone Collection Area.

Free, toilet, water, picnic table, fire rings.  Nice loop of sites with smooth, level gravel - easy to back into and easy to walk around.    Nestled against a mountain.

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Month of VisitNovember
  • Review photo of Camp Hart Mountain by OffgridAdventures , November 14, 2025
  • Review photo of Camp Hart Mountain by OffgridAdventures , November 14, 2025
  • Review photo of Camp Hart Mountain by OffgridAdventures , November 14, 2025
Reviewed Aug. 8, 2021

One of our favorite spots

This place does get busy so come early for a good spot. If you stay by the creek, expect mosquitos. It’s a long drive up the hill to get here too but the views on the way are great. Fill up on water when you get to the little ranger station so you don’t have to pack water up the hill.

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  • Review photo of Camp Hart Mountain by Monica W., August 8, 2021
  • Review photo of Camp Hart Mountain by Monica W., August 8, 2021
  • Review photo of Camp Hart Mountain by Monica W., August 8, 2021
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Reviewed May. 25, 2021

Free campground in the beautiful Warner Valley

This is a free campground at a former CCC camp in use during the Great Depression. Crews house here built the Hart Mountain road that passes through the Hart Mountain Antelope Refuge. The bunkhouse remains.

The backdrop is the beautiful Hart Mountain area. Lots of wildlife here in the wetlands and meadows of the Warner Valley.

Each site has a fire ring, picnic table and there are vault toilets. There is a central water spigot for potable water but large rocks prevent you from filling your tank unless you have a longer hose.

The sites aren’t that private due to lack of vegetation but they are spaced far enough apart that you have a sense of privacy. There are some very dark skies here.

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  • Review photo of Camp Hart Mountain by Judy T., May 25, 2021
  • Review photo of Camp Hart Mountain by Judy T., May 25, 2021
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Frequently Asked Questions

Where is Camp Hart Mountain Campground located?

Camp Hart Mountain is located within the Hart Mountain National Antelope Refuge in southeastern Oregon. The campground sits on the site of a former Civilian Conservation Corps (CCC) camp that was active during the Great Depression. It features beautiful wetlands and is surrounded by the stunning Hart Mountain landscape. The campground is situated at a higher elevation, requiring a drive up a hill with scenic views along the way.

What amenities are available at Hart Mountain National Antelope Refuge camping?

Camp Hart Mountain is a free campground with basic amenities. There's a creek nearby some campsites, a historic bunkhouse from the CCC era, and access to surrounding wetlands for wildlife viewing. A small ranger station is located at the base of the hill where campers can fill up on water before heading to the campground. Be prepared for primitive camping conditions with limited facilities.

What are the rules and regulations for camping at Hart Mountain?

Camp Hart Mountain is a free campground operating on a first-come, first-served basis. No reservations are required, but the campground can get busy, so arriving early is recommended to secure a good spot. Campers should pack out all trash and follow Leave No Trace principles. It's advisable to bring your own water or fill up at the ranger station at the base of the hill before heading to the campground. Contact the Hart Mountain National Antelope Refuge for complete and current regulations.

Can you visit the hot springs while camping at Hart Mountain?

Yes, hot springs are one of the attractions in the Hart Mountain area. While specific details about accessing the hot springs from the campground aren't mentioned, Hart Mountain (Antelope) Hot Springs are located within the refuge. These natural springs offer a relaxing soak with views of the surrounding landscape. For the most current information about access, conditions, and any usage guidelines for the hot springs, check with refuge staff at the ranger station when you arrive.

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