Hikers exploring the nearby Crack-in-the-Ground lava formation will find Green Mountain Campground positioned on elevated terrain with expansive valley views. This Bureau of Land Management site sits on open ground at the top of a hill, offering five sites that can accommodate both tent camping and RVs up to 21 feet. The campground operates as a no-fee facility with basic amenities including a central vault toilet that campers consistently describe as well-maintained.
Access requires navigating washboard roads that become particularly rough in sections, though most reviewers confirm the route remains passable for two-wheel-drive vehicles with adequate clearance. The elevated position provides unobstructed sightlines across the surrounding Pleistocene lava fields to the north, with several visitors noting exceptional night sky visibility. Sites offer generous spacing, allowing multiple camping parties to share the area without crowding.
A fire lookout tower stands within walking distance of the camping area, and the Crack-in-the-Ground geological site lies just a few miles south for day hiking. "Sites are good size and bathroom was clean," reports Jessica. Campers should note the no-pets policy and prepare for temperature swings, as spring mornings can drop into the teens at this elevation. The campground works well for visitors seeking a base camp for area exploration with minimal facilities.
Description
Featuring panoramic views of the lava flows, cinder cones, and the desert landscape of the Fort Rock and Christmas Valley area of central Oregon, the Green Mountain Campground offers a remote camping experience perfect for photography, solitude and stargazing. Whether using it as a basecamp for exploring nearby attractions like Crack-in-the-Ground and the Four Craters Lava Field, or simply seeking an out-of-the-way site with stunning sunrises and sunsets, visitors willing to brave its rough access road will not be disappointed.
Know Before You Go:
Open Season Green Mountain Campground is open YEAR ROUND. Four-wheel Drive Vehicles Recommended. Access is via rugged dirt roads that may be impassable at times. 6 primitive campsites with picnic tables and fire grates; first come, first serve. Vault Restroom. No Drinking Water available. Pack Out Your Trash. The Nearest Services are in the nearby towns of Christmas Valley Oregon. BLM___s Crack-in-the-Ground Trailhead located nearby.
Point of Interest:
There is an active fire lookout atop nearby Green Mountain that is staffed from June through October.
Fee Info
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Map & DirectionsGreen Mountain Campground is located in Oregon near Christmas Valley
Directions
From Christmas Valley, Oregon, head east on the Christmas Valley Highway for approximately 2 miles. Turn north (left) onto Crack-in-the-Ground Road and continue for about 5 miles, then turn left onto Lava Craters Road, following signs to Crack-in-the-Ground. Follow the road past this site for about 4 miles, and continuing for another 3 miles as it turns west and north and becomes the Green Mountain Road (BLM Road 6109-00).
Address
Lakeview District Office
1301 South G Street
Lakeview, OR 97630
Coordinates
43.38627 N
120.72352 W
Connectivity
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Access
- Drive-InPark next to your site
- Walk-InPark in a lot, walk to your site.
Site Types
- Tent Sites
- Standard (Tent/RV)
Features
For Campers
- Phone Service
- Toilets
- Alcohol
Drive Time
- 1 hr 49 min from Bend, OR
- 3 hrs 21 min from Eugene, OR
- 3 hrs 28 min from Medford, OR
- 3 hrs 48 min from Albany, OR
