Best Tent Camping near Burns, OR

Recent Tent Reviews in Burns

104 Reviews of 13 Burns Campgrounds

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  Blaine R.

  Guide

  

  Oct. 18, 2024

  Starr

  Superstarr!

  Nice area close to the road. Plenty of room for my small trailer. Though it was close to the road it wasn’t very noisy. I camped in site 9 so 1/4 mile away from the road. Only issue last role of TP.

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  Fred S.

  Legend

  

  Oct. 10, 2024

  The Narrows RV Park

  Van Camper Likes this RV Park

  Normally don't stay in RV parks while traveling in our camper van, but we needed to do laundry, take showers, replenish our water supply, and recharge our power storage units after days of dispersed & primitive camping. We really liked this RV park. Tina, who checked us in, was fantastic - very friendly and welcoming. She even gave our dog treats! She put us in site #39 which was not next to big rigs. We used the water & electric at the site. Reasonably priced. The park was very clean. The laundry room and restroom/shower rooms were also clean. The meals at the cafe were good, along with good service. We weren't enthusiastic about staying at an RV park, but we were glad we did. Fit our needs for an overnight stay.

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  Gary

  Traveler

  

  Sep. 29, 2024

  Burns RV Park

  Was ok for 1 night

  Needed a place to pitch a tent for the night and stopped here. The park is fairly large and has a lot of shade trees around it. Unfortunately, I guess the tent area they normally use was closed and I was directed to pitch my tent behind the front office. It was a small shaded grassy area. For $20, it worked. The only real complaint I would have was the bathroom area could have used some cleaning, both inside and out, washing and cleaning of showers, sinks, shelves, sweeping up of dirt and leaves around the building.

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  Jill R.

  Ranger

  

  Sep. 26, 2024

  Burns RV Park

  Great campground in Burns

  I stayed here years ago and had a good experience so stayed again. Yes, it’s by the main road, but you’re also pretty much right out of town. Road quiets down to nothing at night. It’s still warm in September, so got a spot with shade. Super comfortable. Love all the quail, squirrels and listening to coyotes at night. Drove out to do the Steens Mountain loop, see the Round Barn, etc. Love this area and nice to come back to a comfortable site.

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  Karen S.

  Scout

  

  Aug. 29, 2024

  Captains Quarters Private Campground and Hobby Farm

  Not what we hoped for and we did not stay

  When we arrived we saw the camping spot was right next to the donkey pen. The other side was a shipping container. It didn’t seem good so we left.

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  Karen S.

  Scout

  

  Aug. 24, 2024

  Captains Quarters Private Campground and Hobby Farm

  Didn’t stay

  RV parking was right by the donkey shed. Noisy and sketchy.

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  victoria D.

  Traveler

  

  Aug. 10, 2024

  Bosch's Big Bear RV Park

  Fantastic !

  We lost our turbo about 60 miles from this site and we called to see if we could spend the night while our truck got worked on. She said yes and met us at the entrance! Beautiful view, flat camp sites, full hook ups. Will definitely stop here Again!

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  David L.

  Scout

  

  Jul. 6, 2024

  Burns RV Park

  Disappointed

  The campsite was level and shady. However, there was a lot of trash on and around it. The restrooms and showers definitely needed attention. They were equipped with soap, toilet tissue, and paper towels, but had not been cleaned in quite a long time. Also, both loops were blocked with campsites, so be prepared to have to back up your trailer or camper.

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  Lynn G.

  Ranger

  

  May. 27, 2024

  Riley Store Campground

  A Quick Overnight Stop

  This is nothing more than a place to overnight that has electricity and water only. It is a store that has added 12 RV spots to their property. It is not really even a pretty location, but if you are tired and want power to your RV for the night, it is a good stop. No sewer hook ups. I had 4 bars LTE with my AT&T service. It is a major highway, so there is noise, but it did not really bother me. The store has lots of snacks, and it has Archery supplies if you are a hunter.

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  Captain T.

  Scout

  

  Nov. 6, 2023

  Bosch's Big Bear RV Park

  Great

  Great place just minutes from diners groceries and fuel.

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  Jeffery H.

  Scout

  

  Oct. 14, 2023

  Bosch's Big Bear RV Park

  Convenient, but minimal

  Website misled as to having a lodge. View to the southwest was very good. Water, electrical, and sewer were good. Not much else here. It’s basically a gravel parking lot with spaces set aside for campers. It was easy off and on the highway. Also easy to pull into the sites. Camp host was very responsive to our questions.

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  MickandKarla W.

  Legend

  

  Oct. 4, 2023

  Harney County Fairgrounds

  Good Overnighter

  This review is based on an overnight versus destination campground (CG). We followed our RV GPS to Harney County Fairgrounds. We saw the fairground entrance sign, turned into the main fairground area, and stopped in front of the office. We had called the fairground office about a week prior and left a message to call us back, which was quickly returned. The nice lady on the phone said camping was first come, first serve, and if there was no one in the office and it was normal work hours, a worker on the grounds would help us. She also said that there was nothing going on that week, so come on in. No one was at the office, so we proceeded straight into the fairgrounds. We came upon a worker, and he came over and led us to the new full hook-up area, which is in the southwest corner of the grounds. The gentleman could not have been nicer, giving us a rundown on the fairgrounds and camping areas, including opening up the new bathhouse/restroom that is located in the 30-site fenced FHU area. There was no one camping at the time, so he told us to pick any site and either pay him (cash or check) or put the payment in the slot at the office. That evening another camper came into the FHU area and another into the water and electric sites, which are at the end of the office road where you curve around and head to the FHU area about 150 yards further down the road. We chose site 18 as it had the lowest sewer connection, as most were 4 to 6 inches or more above the ground. The water, which we were told was very good/clean water, had water pressure at about 60 PSI, so we used a reducer. The pads are not marked, but you can figure out how they are laid out. Depending on how busy the FHU area might be, you could be parked very close to each other. There are a few street light poles. Overall, the FHU area is just a big parking lot but worked well as an overnighter. There are huge areas to walk or run your dog. We had stayed in the area before, and the fairgrounds are a bit cheaper than the other campgrounds in the area, but you don’t get a picnic table or other amenities other than the bathhouse. Call 541-573-6447 after hours or if no one is around to check in. Highly recommend that If it's your first time, don’t come in after dark as the sites are not well marked, and you could run over the FHU area utilities. Take a right out of the FHU area, as that road is the recommended exit. Though on the pricey side for what you get, we’d rather have the privacy and spaciousness to let our dogs run.

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  Linda G.

  Scout

  

  Sep. 27, 2023

  Bosch's Big Bear RV Park

  Completely oversold on websire

  What a joke! This is a gravel parking lot with 10 packed in spaces. The “view” the describe is a car junkyard on one side and a shed dealership on the other. The lodge they show on the website is a private residence with signs all around saying to keep out. There is literally nothing here but hookups. So the price at 40 a night is reasonable because you would only stay here if you need a place to rest on your travels. The website should be upfront about what this place really is - a parking lot on a hill.

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  JB

  Scout

  

  Aug. 19, 2023

  Captains Quarters Private Campground and Hobby Farm

  Beautiful place!

  The kindest folks I’ve meet in years! Rescued wildlife and 30amp rv hook up on site. Never found a more secluded gem through out my journeys. Thanks Tucker Farms!!

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  Cande D.

  Guide

  

  Aug. 19, 2023

  Bosch's Big Bear RV Park

  Second time staying here

  Easy off and on US Route 20. Easy to maneuver on the property, into and out of the sites. Sites are spacious. Yet close together. Baby trees will provide shade one day. Property is on a hill. View of the valley, and there's a nice breeze when the wind blows.

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  Cindy S.

  Scout

  

  Aug. 18, 2023

  Captains Quarters Private Campground and Hobby Farm

  Authentically nice folks

  It’s especially sweet when you find kind, interesting folks in what seems like the middle of nowhere. Do yourself a favor and stop here to stretch your legs, romp your dog at the fenced pet area, meet some blessed rescue animals, or stay the night with amenities. You’ll be glad you did. It will restore your faith in humanity. We could all use some of that.

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  Cande D.

  Guide

  

  Aug. 5, 2023

  Bosch's Big Bear RV Park

  Would stay here again.

  Easy pull-through, good size, level, clean, good water pressure, and electric. There are young trees between each site. It will be a couple more years and some pruning before they can provide a reasonable amount of shade. Park is up on a hill with a great view, close to the highway, but quiet. The camp host was friendly. Hope they reopen their restaurant someday. Plenty of places to eat in town. The town has all the amenities one may need.

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  Michael C.

  Legend

  

  Jun. 18, 2023

  Bosch's Big Bear RV Park

  Beautiful views from the sites

  Bottom line. Would totally recommend this place. Would stay here again without hesitation. Nice open gravel sites. There is a restaurant attached with the park. However it has not been open since the vid. The staff here are awesome.

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  Russ H.

  Scout

  

  Jun. 12, 2023

  Crane Hot Springs

  Clean and relaxing!

  We had RV spot #20 in the newer section and away from the lodging area. I think we would choose one closer to the pond next time so that we can get in more often! The pond is beautifully landscaped and clean, and everything is very clean. There are quite a few "rules", and the texts seemed a bit rude....but all of that resulted in a quiet, pleasant stay. A few up charges to watch for: $20 per extra guest $2 towel rental $10 per person early arrival charge. Great place. We'll stay again next year!

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  Chris N.

  Guide

  

  May. 28, 2023

  Crane Hot Springs

  Beautiful location and lovely facility

  Crane hot springs is beautiful and has a lovely soaking “pond. The campground isn’t fancy, but the spots are close to the water and campers have 24 hour access to the pond.

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  Hollis F.

  Guide

  

  May. 24, 2023

  Big Creek

  Nice spot to stay awhile

  Quiet campground Mid May. Great site to stay awhile and bike in the Strawberry Range  topped with whip cream this time of year.

  Big Creek was swollen with run off and grouse were busy with mating calls (flapping wings) from near by fallen logs.

  Easy back-in sites for rv's, tables, fire pits, clean pit toilets. 

  Nice biking trails if you want to explore.

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  Debbie

  Scout

  

  May. 12, 2023

  Delintment Lake

  Back off in the woods

  Peaceful place. No hookups. No phone coverage. Takes an hour to get to campground from Burns.

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  Lee D.

  Legend

  

  May. 3, 2023

  The Narrows RV Park

  An oasis in the high desert

  General: To say there are not many choices to camp around here would be an understatement! Fortunately, our stay turned out to be decent. We were greeted cheerfully by Tina (she and her husband Scott own the park). This place mainly attracts birders in the spring, hunters in the fall, and people passing through (this was us). There is a mix of back-in and pull-through sites. The back-in sites are along the east and north sides of the property with the pull-throughs in the center. There is a coin-operated laundry, store/gift shop, and restaurant. We didn’t eat in the restaurant but did indulge in Tina’s delicious homemade fruit turnovers! 

  Site Quality: All sites are level on gravel. Each site has a nice patio with a plastic picnic table, fire ring, and bbq platform. There are some trees scattered throughout but when we were there, they had not quite bloomed yet. Our site (34) was at the end of the row which gave us privacy on one side. Backs up to a fence and you will hear some road noise from the road behind it, but it is minimal. 

  Bathhouse: Three all-in-one units with a code to enter. Entering was a little tricky until we got the hang of it but once in, the units were clean. Showers take quarters. 

  Activities: Not much for us as we were passing through but a nice haven for birders (the Malheur National Wildlife Refuge is close by) and convenient for hunters. Note that on GPS it looks like Mudd Lake is fairly close by, but the lake has been dry for at least 10 years according to Tina! Again, this was a pleasant stay for us as we were traveling through.

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  Clay D.

  Guide

  

  Apr. 29, 2023

  Chukar Park Campground

  Nice spot for a break

  The 6-mile gravel road, while mostly level was not ideal. But plenty of spots, pit toilets and water spigots. The creek is pretty high and the current very strong and the spots next to it fairly small I didn’t even want to attempt to set up my tent down there.

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  Deb

  Scout

  

  Apr. 27, 2023

  Crane Hot Springs

  Camping

  Wonderful hot springs! Included in camping fee. We are dry camping but the do have full hookups. Beautiful night sky.

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  Samantha N.

  Traveler

  

  Oct. 24, 2022

  Burns RV Park

  Decent spot for small town

  This is a pretty good spot for a tiny town. I think it’s a bit of expensive at appx. $50/night. My daughter and I went to take a shower, and found 2 frogs in the showers, but other than a that it was a pretty quiet and generally located spot.

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  Leo S.

  Guide

  

  Oct. 9, 2022

  Chickahominy Reservoir Campground

  Good overnite spot

  We’ve camped here before on our way to the coast. It’s cheap and I have bell service. (I am using a bell , but probably don’t need it.)