2 campgrounds with availability this weekend
Junipers Reservoir RV Resort welcomes pets throughout its 40 pull-through sites, with camping options spanning tent and RV accommodations on a 6,000-acre working cattle ranch west of Lakeview. Dogs must remain leashed when outside RVs or tents at this peaceful camping destination. Wild Goose Meadows RV Park (formerly Base Camp RV Park) also accommodates pets with full hookup sites, clean bathroom facilities, and a convenient location just off Highway 140. The fairgrounds may be muddy in wet weather, making gravel parking areas challenging for pets to navigate. Most pet-friendly campgrounds in the Lakeview area feature picnic tables, fire rings where fires are permitted, and basic amenities like drinking water and toilets.
Dogs have ample outdoor exploration opportunities at Mud Creek Campground, though mosquitoes can be overwhelming during certain seasons, making outdoor time with pets challenging. Camas Sno-Park offers free overnight camping for vehicles when snow park permits aren't required (May-October), with designated pet relief areas adjacent to the parking lot. Lake County Fairgrounds provides a dedicated dog exercise area, though reviews note that some owners don't clean up after their pets. Most campgrounds require pets to be leashed at all times, kept quiet during evening hours, and never left unattended. The Fremont-Winema National Forest trails surrounding many campgrounds provide excellent hiking for leashed dogs, though campers should watch for wildlife, including rattlesnakes, when exploring with pets.
"Peaceful and beautiful RV park about 8 miles west of Lakeview Oregon. All pull-thru level sites. Clean bathrooms/showers/laundry. Large grassy area with volleyball, horseshoes, and cornhole."
"Beautiful spot, quiet, west of Lakeview approximately 11 miles. Easy to access, sites close together, bathrooms with showers very clean. Friendly accommodating staff."
"We could see Oregon’s only geyser erupt from our site!"
"After a long day of driving in various weather conditions, we found this gem of a spot. Called ahead and the host had everything waiting for us in the afternoon-hours check-in spot."
from $2 - $25 / night
"Near Hwy 140 but was quiet."
"A good place to camp for the night, without having to drive up up steep windy road to more established campgrounds."
"Close to Hart Mtn Antelope Refuge. Would camp here again."
"Creek right next to camp, however, very murky. Overall, we felt very safe camping here and were able to take our dog on walks in the surrounding area."
"A small quiet campground near, but not on Drews creek. Only space for about 4 maybe 5 RVs. All sites great for tents. There are no services - no water, no electric, no dump. "
"Another typical, beautiful Oregon State Park. Well maintained, lots of trees. Nice little hiking path around the park could use a little maintenance."
"The site was adjacent to maintained lawn, a plus or minus depending on what you seek. Mostly well maintained tho bathrooms are older, only at the far end, and the men’s has one shower only."
Campground full this weekend
Get a text when availablefrom $20 - $28 / night
"We were driving through and didn't make it to our next destination due to weather. Making a reservation on the road was easy online. Got our spot number and just pulled in and plugged into the power."
from $45 / night
"It has 7 back in camping spots, and there is fishing nearby. I would suggest smaller trailers and Rvs or tent camping. If you need phone or internet service this site is not for you."
RangerBeautiful, peaceful, quiet, free. Drive is 13 miles past Camp Hart but so worth it. 3 hot springs are available fir a great soak. Binoculars recommended for the wildlife viewing. DO NOT GO ON UNGRAVELED ROADS WITHOUT HIGH CLEARANCE VEHICLE.
RangerBig pull off and you can also go below gravel piles closer to lake and farther from road. Traffic quiets at night. There are lots of birds to watch and had a beautiful sunset across lake. Not a go to destination but good for a night or two.
ScoutExcellent spot for peace and quiet with excellent stargazing! Highly recommend! Look forward to returning!
LegendSpent one night here. The scenery in the area is very beautiful and at night it’s very dark where you can see millions of stars. There are only six spaces that have electric and water and a couple other spaces for dry camping. Emily, the owner, greeted us as we drove in and was super friendly. They have goats and a couple kitties that run around as well. The showers are dated, but also clean. There also is a laundromat as well. No sewer hook ups, but there is a dump station. Site was relatively level. Spaces one and two have the best shade.
TravelerCampground was beautiful with about 24 nicely spaced sites. The drive up the forest roads about 9 miles was doable in our 24’ Class C but tight. The road is paved but bumpy and very narrow, we are sure glad we didn’t meet anyone going in the other direction. Plan on a minimum of 20 minutes off the highway.
ScoutIt was a stop on a motorcycle trip. I like peace and quiet when I'm on the bike and this place delivered. Only 1 other site was occupied. The road in is 3 miles of gravel but not bad, the campground itself required a bit more caution. No site numbers, just pick a firepit and camp. The only negative is it's hard to find anything level which can make crawling in or out of a small tent in the dark a bit interesting. Over all a nice place.
ScoutCame from Bend. Beautiful drive. CG is free. They’ve potable water/pit toilets. No privacy at all between sites. Starlink/solar positive. Was too windy to use tent. Drive up to Visitor Center is gravel (about 20 mins from CG). Beautiful views.
TravelerI have been here a few times and really enjoyed my time due to the price for the most part. There's a really cool museum of sorts right at the RV park that displays some neat equipment and buildings. Tons of room to let a dog run around. The road noise is not bad at all. The taco truck that used to be near Napa is now right across the street which is awesome. They do charge $10 to dump/fresh water. The prices to stay are not bad at all. In 2026 it's$30 for full hookups, $25 for water and electric and $15 for dry camping. I have to assume the dry camping includes the dump station, but I don't know. For a 1 or 2-day stopover it is a decent place to stop.
GuideFrom the hiway 45 minute drive time is about right. Have a map some turns arnt posted. Portions of Corn Lake Rd are slow rocky or washboard. Wet weather can make roads impassable. We didn’t do any digging just enjoyed all the glittery stones on the surface.
Dispersed camping opportunities near Lakeview, Oregon offer excellent options for those seeking solitude in the high desert landscape at 4,800 feet elevation. The area experiences dramatic temperature swings between day and night, even in summer months, with nighttime temperatures often dropping below 50°F. Most camping areas in the Fremont-Winema National Forest surrounding Lakeview remain accessible from late spring through mid-fall, with several sites offering free camping options.
Stargazing at night: Oregon's Dark Sky Sanctuary near Oregon Outback RV Park provides exceptional celestial viewing opportunities. "We wanted to visit the Oregon Dark Sky Sanctuary and found this incredible RV park! The owner met us at check in and was so friendly! They have Starlink so we even had WiFi!" reports Kimberly M.
Fishing in seasonal waters: When water levels permit, fishing spots can be found near Drews Creek. "It's a small quiet campground near, but not on Drews creek... There are no services - no water, no electric, no dump. It does have two very nice and clean modern pit toilets," notes Bill T.
Hiking nearby trails: Numerous trails in the surrounding national forest provide good day hiking options. At Mud Creek Campground, "We had the place to ourselves till our friends showed up for the weekend," writes Tom G., making it ideal for group hikes and activities.
Privacy and space: Many campgrounds offer generous spacing between sites. At Junipers Reservoir RV Resort, "The sites are large with plenty of shade and you can hear the cows. The bathrooms are clean with warm showers that work well," according to Emily W.
Wildlife viewing: The area supports diverse wildlife including deer, quail, and antelope. At Goose Lake State Recreation Area, one camper notes, "Clean bathrooms, lots of shade, saw two deer and a ton of quail. Easy to pull in and out. Very peaceful."
Night sky visibility: The lack of light pollution makes this region excellent for astronomy. "We could see Oregon's only geyser erupt from our site!" reports Jeff K. at Wild Goose Meadows RV Park, highlighting the unique geological features visible in the area.
Seasonal mosquito issues: Bug populations can be problematic in certain areas. "It's a nice spot for a night but plan to stay inside the entire time... If you dare to go outside you'll be eaten alive spray or not I tried," warns Mike W. about Mud Creek Campground.
Limited cell service: Many campsites have poor or no connectivity. At Drews Creek, "We had no cell service," reports Bill T., so plan accordingly for off-grid stays.
Wildlife awareness: Watch for various animals in this region. "Be on the look out for rattlesnakes, ticks, and cows out here," advises Kelly N. about Fremont National Forest Mud Creek Forest Camp.
Seasonal lake levels: Water bodies in the area fluctuate dramatically by season. At Goose Lake State Recreation Area, Michelle H. notes, "The lake is completely dried up," which is common during summer and fall months.
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