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Spring Recreation Site

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Reached by a paved but narrow road through Snake River Canyon, Spring Recreation Site sits above the river on BLM land outside Huntington, charging $5 per night for established sites with drinking water, vault toilets, picnic tables, and fire rings. The access road is manageable in dry conditions, but multiple reviewers flag it as a poor choice in wind or rain, and the canyon location means gusts can be severe overnight. Campers with rooftop tents in particular have reported rough nights when wind speeds exceeded 40 mph.

The layout is parking-lot style, with sites arranged across three or four tiered levels that face the river. Privacy between spots is essentially nonexistent. A boat ramp and fish cleaning station serve the anglers and boaters who make up much of the crowd, and the campground tends to fill with groups on weekends. Summer heat is a recurring concern in reviews; April and October draw more favorable mentions for climate.

Cell coverage is workable. Reviewers have confirmed 2-3 bars on T-Mobile, AT&T, and Verizon. A campground host is typically on-site. Snake River Road Dispersed near Huntington (BLM) provides a free alternative just up the road for campers who prefer to skip the fee and facilities entirely, with some reviewers noting that high-clearance pullouts there offer more seclusion. As cassie puts it, the site is "surrounded by mountains and waterfront," though a nearby train track produces occasional noise. Spring Recreation Site makes the most sense for anglers, boaters, or road-trippers wanting a quick, inexpensive overnight with basic amenities along the Snake River.

Description

The Spring Recreation Site, or Spring Rec for short, is a camping and fishing location off the beaten path away from the crowds. Spring Rec sits on the banks of Browlee Reservoir, a 52-mile long reservoir on the Snake River. The reservoir is known for its large channel catfish, abundant crappie, and good bass fishing. The RV and tent camping sites, boat launch, boarding dock, and fish cleaning station all create a comfortable camping and fishing experience. Spring Rec is ideal for the angler, those who love the outdoors, or for those just looking for a scenic getaway. Know Before You Go:

All vehicles must display a stub from the fee envelope in their windshield.
Drinking water is available.
There are no RV hookups.
Dumpsters are provided.
Portable toilets are available throughout the site.

Brownlee Reservoir is generally full in the spring, but a drawdown begins in summer and may result in closure of the boat ramp at lower levels. Call the Baker BLM office at 541-523-1256 for current ramp conditions.

Fee Info

Must display stub from fee envelope in your windshield

Reservation Info

$5 per vehicle per night

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Map & DirectionsSpring Recreation Site is located in Oregon near Huntington

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Directions

From Interstate 84 east or west, go to the small town of Huntington, Oregon. On the east end of town, there is a street sign directing you to the “Spring Rec Site.” Following this sign, after leaving town, you will be on the Snake River Road. Follow this narrow, paved road approximately three miles to the Spring Recreation Site.

Coordinates

44.366278627341515 N
117.24653719666978 W

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Access

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Sites accessible by watercraft.

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ADA Access
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Drive Time

1 hr 9 min from Boise, ID
2 hrs 41 min from Walla Walla, WA
2 hrs 55 min from Kennewick, WA
4 hrs 10 min from Lewiston, ID

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Reviews9 Camper Reviews - Spring Recreation Site

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Many visitors appreciated the $5 camping with clean facilities and scenic river views. Several guests reported parking lot style sites with limited privacy, and some noted strong winds can be problematic.

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Cable A.

Ranger

Reviewed Oct. 20, 2025

Great off grid camping spot

Water and trash available. Boat and fishing access. Fish cleaning station. Not great for dog walking. Great views and climate in April & October. Gets very hot during the summer. Nice spot!

Month of VisitOctober

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Lynna C.

Guide

Reviewed Jun. 19, 2025

Winds From Hell

This site was a little treacherous to get to along the windy Snake River Canyon area. Sure, it’s paved but it is not a road that I would ever want to be on a windy or rainy day. The site is not bad, the restrooms are old but fine, except for the lack of tp to one of them and yes, there is even water.

But the winds…

We have a roof top tent a spent the worst night of our lives in there. Even now as I write this review at 6am, wind gusts are still 35mph. We actually hit over 45mph last night and we both barely got any sleep. It was bad, this site is obviously wind prone. I should have gotten a clue by the big boulders that keep the restrooms doors from swinging open.

It’s a shame, it is a nice location along the river and if you’re into boating or fish, it looks to have what you would want except for one thing, that incessantly strong and powerful wind.

SiteMiddle Section, campsites are not numbered

Month of VisitJune

DL M.

Legend

Reviewed Sep. 23, 2024

Ready for a renewal

This beautiful park has seen its day.The facilities are tired. The fish cleaning station is closed. The reservoir is very low It's $5 for camping. There are friendly hosts from Washington State. They told Us to park anywhere we wanted. I saw one other camper. It looks like in the past you would park in the parking lot to camp in front of your table and fire ring. T-Mobile offers 2/3 bar LTE signal. There's a forest fire station adjacent to the campground.

Sitedispersed

Month of VisitSeptember

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Paul L.

Scout

Reviewed Sep. 22, 2024

Pull out B4 rec site

Sat nite in Sept. Good dispersed pullout-carry own H2O etc. High clearance gets some privacy off access rd prior to rec site. A few miles off I84. Wind can howl and likely too hot during summer months. Good overnight b/w UT and WA. ATT 2-3 bars

Month of VisitSeptember

Renee T.

Ranger

Reviewed Sep. 20, 2023

Stayed outside in dispersed

We stayed outside in a pull out dispersed instead before the recreation site. Had all to ourselves. We dont need facilities. Location is good off freeway. Campground was pretty full of fishermen. No privacy. Setup weird. Gr8 price. $5. We had 5G T-Mobile and fields of sunflowers and a reservoir view.

Sitedispersed

Month of VisitSeptember

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Beth M.

Guide

Reviewed Sep. 1, 2023

Funky Camping in a Pretty Place

You get what you pay for here. Cheap, or even free if you use a pullout, running water, the toilets, and parking lots style camping. Excellent access road and not far from I-84. Strong Verizon signal there.

Siteparking lot

Month of VisitAugust

Wendy W.

Guide

Reviewed Jun. 4, 2023

Off the highway quiet spot

Drive into Huntington. There is an Electrify America charger at T & T store. Site us about 5 miles away - good signs. At the Y in the road near the store, there is a sign for a state campground, which actually looks a little bit nicer. More trees and amenities. That said, spring was a very nice spot to sleep over. It is up a little bit above the river so you have a nice view and it was a full moon and it was just gorgeous. There was a vault toilet, which was very clean. There’s also a ramp for boats, and most of the groups that were staying there seem to be boating. There is a campground host and a spot to clean fish if you are fishing. Charge was five dollars. The market was extremely overpriced with a box of crackers, costing eight dollars that in the store would cost three dollars. No fresh produce or anything like that is available. It’s very much a mini market so stock up before you get there. There are three or four grouped levels to the campsite and two of them were full of a group. It seems this would be a great place to come with a group. We camped in basically a gravel parking lot that backed up to a grassy area with a picnic table and fire pit. There is no privacy at all between the camp spots.

Sitegravel parking lot backed up to grassy area with a picnic table and fire pit.

Month of VisitJune

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Annique R.

Traveler

Reviewed Oct. 13, 2022

Quiet, simple campsite

We stayed here for one night on a long drive between Seattle and Boulder. Slept in a tent next to the truck and left early in the morning. Delightfully off the beaten path and very quiet, aside from a distance passing train which didn’t bother us at all. We didn’t recreate at all but enjoyed the river views.

Month of VisitOctober

cassie

Guide

Reviewed Oct. 17, 2021

Nice place to sleep

Surrounded by mountains and waterfront. Quiet- although there is a train track close that did wake me once. But for $5 no complaints. Clean restrooms.

Month of VisitOctober

Frequently Asked Questions

Where is Spring Recreation Site located in Oregon?

Spring Recreation Site is located near Huntington, Oregon, approximately 5 miles from the town center. It's situated along a reservoir with mountain views in the Snake River Canyon area. The campground is conveniently accessible from Interstate 84, making it a good stopover point between Washington and Utah. Look for signs in Huntington that will direct you to the site - there's a Y in the road near the T&T store with clear signage pointing to the recreation area.

What outdoor activities can you do near Spring Recreation Site?

The Spring Recreation Site offers waterfront access to the reservoir, making it suitable for fishing (though the fish cleaning station may be closed). The surrounding mountain landscape provides scenic views ideal for photography, especially with fields of sunflowers in the vicinity. While specific trails aren't mentioned, the area likely offers opportunities for casual hiking and nature observation. The reservoir when adequately filled would support water activities. For additional recreation options, visitors can explore the nearby town of Huntington or investigate the state campground mentioned on signs near the T&T store, which reportedly offers more trees and amenities.

What amenities are available at Spring Recreation Site for tent camping?

Spring Recreation Site offers basic amenities for tent camping at an affordable $5 fee. The site provides running water, restrooms (though they may lack toilet paper at times), and parking lot-style camping areas. There's a campground host on site. The camping setup offers limited privacy with an open layout. For those seeking more seclusion, there are dispersed camping pullouts available before reaching the main recreation site where you can camp for free, though you'll need to bring your own water.

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