Within Fremont National Forest, Mud Creek Forest Camp provides free camping along a gravel road that passes through open range cattle country. The campground features seven back-in sites suitable for smaller RVs and tents, with vault toilets and a water pump available. Campers should expect no cell service and prepare for encounters with cattle, rattlesnakes, and ticks in the area.
The seasonal creek runs low during summer months, offering limited water for recreation but creating habitat along the forest floor. A trailhead sits one mile up the road for those seeking camping spots outside Fremont National Forest or hiking access. The campground operates from June through October when forest roads remain accessible.
Description
Located 35 minutes northeast of Lakeview, Oregon, Mud Creek campground is a quiet campground with seven spacious sites among ponderosa and lodgepole pines, as well as some aspens and cottonwood trees. Amenities include picnic tables and fire grates at each campsite, potable water, and one vault toilet. Recreational opportunities include fishing, bird watching, wildlife viewing, and wading in Mud Creek. Crane Mountain National Recreation Trail is two miles to the west, accessed at the Walker Trailheadfor those interested in hiking.
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Location
Public CampgroundFremont National Forest Mud Creek Forest Camp is located in Oregon
Directions
Mud Creek Campground is located 35 minutes northeast of Lakeview, OR. From Lakeview, OR take Oregon Highway 395 north from Lakeview toward Paisley, OR, to Oregon Highway 140. Turn right on Highway 140 heading east. Turn left onto Forest Service (FS) Road 3615. Continue north and follow signs to the campground found to the right. Mud Creek Campground vicinity map.
Coordinates
42.28271152 N
120.20715297 W
Connectivity
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Connectivity
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Access
- Drive-InPark next to your site
Site Types
- Tent Sites
- RV Sites
- Group
- Equestrian
Features
For Campers
- ADA Access
- Picnic Table
- Drinking Water
- Toilets
- Pets
- Fires
FREE established camping
Enjoy camping on government land. Limited or no services at this camping area.
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Drive Time
- 3 hrs 1 min from Bend, OR
- 3 hrs 25 min from Medford, OR
- 3 hrs 44 min from Redding, CA
- 3 hrs 51 min from Grants Pass, OR
