Deep in the Ochoco National Forest, Bingham Prairie Campground sits where forested slopes meet open terrain near a creek and lake. This US Forest Service facility operates with a strict no-pets policy, making it distinct from most forest campgrounds in the region.
The campground's mixed landscape of trees and open areas provides varied camping conditions. Creek access adds water recreation possibilities, while the nearby lake expands fishing and paddling options. Campers can explore additional campgrounds just outside Ochoco National Forest throughout the broader forest system. The remote forest setting means limited services, so visitors should arrive prepared with supplies from town.
Description
This tiny and rustic campground is located adjacent to a meadow and a small pond in the northwestern portion of the Ochoco National Forest. The campground is also adjacent to the Twin Pillars North Trailhead which provides access into Mill Creek Wilderness. The campground is bordered by ponderosa and lodgepole pines, and the open meadow makes for some gorgeous stargazing on warm summer nights.
RV Road Trip Guides
Map & DirectionsBingham Prairie Campground is located in Oregon near Ochoco National Forest and Crooked River National Grassland
Directions
From Prineville, Oregon: Travel north on Main Street for approximately 11 miles to the Ochoco National Forest boundary. Main Street turns into Forest Service Road 27 at the forest boundary. Continue on Forest Service Road 27 for another 12 miles. At the junction of Forest Service Road 27 and Forest Service Road 2745, veer right to stay on Forest Service Road 27. Continue for another 1/2 mile along the wilderness boundary. Bingham Springs Campground will be on your right in the same developed site as Twin Pillars North Trailhead.
Coordinates
44.51097023 N
120.53030067 W
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Access
Site Types
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Features
Drive Time
- 1 hr 35 min from Bend, OR
- 3 hrs 34 min from Albany, OR
- 3 hrs 35 min from Portland, OR
- 3 hrs 56 min from Salem, OR
