Within the Umatilla National Forest, Bull Prairie Campground sits alongside a small lake that provides a contrast to the surrounding agricultural landscape. The US Forest Service manages this established campground, which operates year-round with sites ranging from $14-25 per night. A paved road with light potholes leads to the property, though several campers note the access can be rough in places.
The campground features sites scattered throughout pine forest, with some positioned directly lakeside. Most sites offer tree separation for privacy, and vault toilets are distributed around the property. "Toilets are scattered around and very clean," reports Susan P.. Water hookups are available for RVs, along with a dump station and drinking water. A paved trail circles the lake for walking, and a fishing pier serves day-use visitors and campers alike.
The lake accommodates non-motorized watercraft including kayaks and paddleboards, though swimmers should watch for leeches in shallow areas. Fishing appears productive based on multiple visitor accounts. The campground typically maintains quiet conditions, particularly during weekdays and shoulder seasons. Sites closest to the water tend to fill first, while forested spots provide more shade. Bear activity requires proper food storage, and a camp host is often present during peak season.
Description
Overview
Bull Prairie Campground is a local gem; a beautiful, woodsy place to enjoy a vacation, host a family reunion or social event, and to enjoy multiple recreational pursuits. This moderate-sized campground is located adjacent to 28-acre Bull Prairie Lake, which is stocked annually with trout. An accessible, family-friendly paved trail along the lake is ideal for morning jogs, bicycle rides, picnicking, and shore or dockside fishing. The lake has a boat ramp, dock and trailer parking area, but only non-motorized boating is allowed. Nearby trails connect the campground and lake with the Morrow County OHV Park, 8 miles away. Note: ATVs are only allowed at the dump station and in the north part of the campground (sites 25-28). While this campground offers potable water, there is no garbage service so please pack out all garbage and dispose of it at home.
Recreation
An accessible, family-friendly paved trail around the lake is designed for people who enjoy morning jogs, bicycle rides, picnicking, and shoreline or dock fishing. Non-motorized boating is allowed with a boat ramp, dock, and parking area for trailers. Within the campground adjacent to the lake is a large day-use picnic area with accessible facilities. Besides beautiful scenery, the lake offers many opportunities for wildlife viewing and photography. Hunting activities can be undertaken nearby, but not within this recreation site.
Facilities
This campground features 28 tent/RV campsites, 2 tent-only campsite, 3 double campsites, 1 group campsite, and 8 accessible vault toilets. Potable water is available seasonally throughout the campground and picnic area; no RV hookups are available. A 1.2 mile paved trail loops around the lake, together with 3 accessible fishing docks.
Natural Features
This campground is fully forested with Ponderosa pine, Douglas-fir, grand fir, and spruce. Trout are stocked in the nearby lake. Deer, chipmunks, squirrels, and rabbits frequent the campground and waterfowl inhabit the lake and shore. It is also possible to sight an occasional elk in the nearby area. Bears and cougars live in the surrounding forest, but rarely enter the campground and bear-proof storage is not required. Mushroom and berry picking occur seasonally.
Nearby Attractions
The Morrow County OHV Park is located 8 miles north of the campground. Heppner, OR, located 41.5 miles to the north, is the closest town for supplies and gasoline.
Contact Info
For facility specific information, please call (541) 676-2155.
Charges & Cancellations
Cancelling a Reservation: Customers may cancel their reservation prior to arrival either online or through the call center. A $10 service fee will be withheld from any refund for a cancellation. Depending on when you cancel in relation to your arrival day, it may be considered a late cancellation (see below). Individual Campsites: A customer who cancels a reservation the day before or on the day of arrival will pay a $10.00 service fee AND forfeit the first night's use fee (not to exceed the total paid for the original reservation). Cancellations for a one-night reservation will forfeit the entire amount paid and will not be subject to an additional service fee. Group Facility (including Cabins and Lookouts): Customers who cancel a group overnight facility reservation less than 14 days before the arrival date will pay a $10.00 service fee AND forfeit the first night's use fee.
Fee Info
Single sites: Extra $5 fee per vehicle exceeding the two-vehicle-per-site allowance Double sites: Site 8, 11, 12, 20, and 26 are $19/night, up to 5 vehicles allowed Group sites: Site 10 is $25/night, up to 10 vehicles allowed *These fees are in addition to the $8 reservation fee in recreation.gov Dump station is $10.00 per use, paid through fee envelopes on site Day use and additional vehicle fees must be paid through fee envelopes on site.
RV Road Trip Guides
Map & DirectionsBull Prairie Campground (OR) is located in Oregon near Kimberly
Directions
From Heppner, Oregon: Travel south on Highway 207 for approximately 36 miles. Turn east on Forest Service Road 2039 and follow signs to Bull Prairie Recreational Area.
Coordinates
44.97357742 N
119.663582 W
Connectivity
T-MobileNo Coverage- VerizonNo Coverage
- AT&TNo Coverage
Connectivity
- T-MobileNo Coverage
- VerizonNo Coverage
- AT&TNo Coverage
Access
- Drive-InPark next to your site
- Walk-InPark in a lot, walk to your site.
- Boat-InSites accessible by watercraft.
Site Types
- Tent Sites
- RV Sites
- Standard (Tent/RV)
- Group
Features
For Campers
- Firewood Available
- Reservable
- Drinking Water
- Toilets
- Pets
- Fires
For Vehicles
- Sanitary Dump
- Water Hookups
Contact
General Info
Reservations
Drive Time
- 2 hrs 7 min from Kennewick, WA
- 2 hrs 35 min from Bend, OR
- 2 hrs 40 min from Walla Walla, WA
- 3 hrs 16 min from Yakima, WA
