Sam Brown Horse Campground

(541) 592-4000
26568 Redwood Hwy
Cave Junction, OR 97523

Overview

Sam Brown Horse Campground is the only horse camp on the Wild Rivers Ranger District! Located in the midst of the area's amazing biodiversity, it's a great place to wander and take in the sights and sounds of the Illinois Valley. 

Recreation

Recreation opportunities include horseback riding, hiking, wildlife viewing and splashing in the creek.

Facilities

  • 7 campsites with picnic tables, and fire pits

  • No water available.  Please bring your own water.

  • Vault toilet

  • No garbage disposal - Please pack it out

Natural Features

The landscape surrounding the Sam Brown Horse Campground is defined by rugged beauty, sprawling meadows, historic mining sites and winding creeks. Briggs Creek flows along the edge of the campground.

Nearby Attractions

  • Sam Brown Campground

  • Onion Way Trail #1157

  • Secret Way Trail #1282

  • Taylor Creek Trail #1142

Camp site features

Fees

Overnight Camping: $15 per site per night; Additional Vehicle Fee: $5 per vehicle per day NOTE: 50% discount for Interagency Senior and Access Pass holders on a single campsite. This discount does not apply to extra vehicle fees.

Directions

From Interstate 5, take Merlin Exit to Merlin / Galice Road approximately 12 miles to the Briggs Valley Road (Forest Road 2500). Follow Forest Road 2500 approximately 15 miles to Forest Road 2512, turn right and the campground will be on the right just past Briggs Creek bridge.

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