Public Campground
Bessie Shelter Horse Camp
Bessie Shelter Horse Camp is located in the Rogue River-Siskiyou National Forest, featuring forested terrain with trails suitable for horseback riding. Temperatures in the area range from lows in the 30s Fahrenheit during winter to highs in the 80s during summer. Nearby attractions include Crater Lake National Park and the Rogue River, offering opportunities for hiking and water activities.
Description
Facilities x campsites with picnic tables, and fire rings No drinking water No toilet No garbage disposal - Please pack it out
Detours Nearby

River Bridge Campground
55 min away

Imnaha Campground
56 min away
Drive Time
- 1 hr 39 min from Medford, OR
- 2 hrs from Grants Pass, OR
- 2 hrs 56 min from Bend, OR
- 3 hrs 40 min from Eugene, OR
Location
Bessie Shelter Horse Camp is located in Oregon
Directions
From Prospect, OR, take the Prospect - Butte Falls Highway 992 for approximately 3 miles to Forest Road 37 and turn left (east). Travel on Forest Road 37 for approximately 3 miles to Forest Road 3795 (please, watch out for log trucks!). Follow Forest Road 3795 for 4 miles to Forest Road 600. Turn east and go approximately 1 mile to the shelter and camping area.
Coordinates
42.75599186 N
122.29458867 W
Connectivity
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Connectivity
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Access
Site Types
- Tent Sites

