Free Camping Collection
Public Campground
BLM - Cow Lakes Campground
BLM - Cow Lakes Campground is located near Vale, Oregon, featuring a landscape of open plains and rolling hills. Temperatures in the area range from lows around 20°F in winter to highs near 90°F in summer. Visitors can explore the nearby Owyhee River and Leslie Gulch, both offering opportunities for outdoor activities.
Detours Nearby

Saddle up Ranch
1 hr 31 min away

Juntura Hot Springs Dispersed
2 hrs 48 min away
Drive Time
- 2 hrs 16 min from Boise, ID
- 3 hrs 59 min from Twin Falls, ID
- 4 hrs 28 min from Bend, OR
- 5 hrs 26 min from Walla Walla, WA
Location
BLM - Cow Lakes Campground is located in Oregon
Directions
Approach from the south of Jordan Valley on Danner Loop Road off of the 95 highway, and then north on Lower Cow Creek Road
Coordinates
43.09619396 N
117.32828636 W
Connectivity
- T-MobileNo Coverage
- VerizonLTESome Coverage
- AT&TNo Coverage
Connectivity
- T-MobileNo Coverage
- VerizonLTESome Coverage
- AT&TNo Coverage
Access
- Drive-InPark next to your site
Site Types
- Tent Sites
- Standard (Tent/RV)
Features
For Campers
- Pets
- Fires
FREE established camping
Enjoy camping on government land. Limited or no services at this camping area.
PERMIT might be REQUIRED
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