Overview
Sam Brown Campground is centered around a large meadow that has a colorful history of the earlier miner and homesteader to the area. Trails are located throughout the area, as well, with options for hiking, mountain biking, horseback riding, and motorcycles, including Elkhorn Mine Jeep Road.
The size of this campground, and nature of the landscape, lends itself to large group camping, with 2 picnic shelters, and amphitheater. The meadow is great for group activities and is also a great place to wildlife watch: deer, elk, and a plethora of bird species frequent the area. Briggs Creek flows through the area before passing on to the Illinois River.
Campsites are suitable for tents, small trailers, or campers. This campground is close to Sam Brown Horse Camp.
Recreation
Hiking, mountain bike riding, splashing in the creek and wildlife viewing all draw campers to the area.
Facilities
19 campsites with picnic tables, and fire pits
No water available. Please bring your own water.
3 vault toilets
No trash service available, pack out what you pack in.
Natural Features
A large meadow for wildlife viewing.
Briggs Creek flows next to the Campground.
Contact Info
For facility specific information, please call (541) 592-4000.
Nearby Attractions
Nearby trail opportunities include:
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