Buck Spring Campground

Malheur National Forest — lakeside

Location: Hines, OR, OR

Price: From $6 per night

Rating: 4 out of 5 (0 reviews)

Season: May through October

This wooded campground is off the beaten path making it a great place to relax and enjoy the outdoors. Fishing opportunities are within driving distance at Delintment Lake Campground or Chickahominy Reservoir. Please pack out what you pack in, no trash service is provided.

Cell coverage (FCC estimate): none signal. Actual signal may vary in remote areas.

Amenities: Fire Rings, Picnic Tables, Vault Toilets

Availability alerts: Set a free cancellation alert at camperwatch.org/campground/buck-spring-campground to be notified when sites open up.

This wooded campground off the beaten path offers a peaceful outdoor retreat with fishing opportunities nearby at Delintment Lake Campground or Chickahominy Reservoir.

Wildlife alert: Western Rattlesnake present in area; also Coyote, Northern Pygmy-Owl, American Kestrel, Pacific Wren, and White-breasted Nuthatch documented nearby.

Insider tips for Buck Spring Campground: Book early—this is a federal campground with only 7 tent sites. Pack out all trash; no trash service provided. Fishing access available at nearby Delintment Lake Campground or Chickahominy Reservoir.

Skip Buck Spring Campground if: You need hookups—no hookups available at sites.. You're visiting November through April—campground closed seasonally.. You require trash service—pack out what you pack in..

Best time to visit Buck Spring Campground: May-October — Campground operates seasonally May through October only..

Nearby campgrounds: Delintment Lake Campground (Hines, OR), Tip Top Campground (Hines, OR), Falls Campground (Malheur National Forest) (Hines, OR), Deer Creek Guard Station Cabin (John Day , OR).

Cell Phone Coverage at Buck Spring Campground

Cell signal at Buck Spring Campground (Hines, OR): none overall signal based on FCC broadband data.

Coverage data source: FCC Broadband Data Collection (BDC). Actual signal may vary due to terrain, tree cover, and distance from towers. Camper reports are more reliable than coverage maps in remote areas.

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Hines, OR, OR★ 4 (0 reviews)From $6/nightFederal campground · book on Recreation.gov
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This wooded campground is off the beaten path making it a great place to relax and enjoy the outdoors. Fishing opportunities are within driving distance at Delintment Lake Campground or Chickahominy Reservoir. Please pack out what you pack in, no trash service is provided.

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Verified facts

RIDB / Recreation.gov official database
Check-in2:00 PM
Check-out12:00 PM
SeasonMay through October
Stay limit14 days
HookupsNo hookups.
Max/site6 people

Amenities

RIDB /facilities /campsites · owner-verified
Essentials
Fire Rings
Recreation
Picnic Tables
Family & Pets
Vault Toilets

Straight talk

CamperWatch intel · curated from camper reports

Known issues, each with the workaround. Read before you book.

Known issuesFederal campground — book early. No hookups at most sites. Seasonal operations.
Skip it if:✕ You need hookups—no hookups available at sites.✕ You're visiting November through April—campground closed seasonally.✕ You require trash service—pack out what you pack in.

Insider tips & when to go

CamperWatch intel · hand-curated entry

Book early

this is a federal campground with only 7 tent sites.

Pack out all trash; no trash service provided.

Fishing access available at nearby Delintment Lake Campground or Chickahominy Reservoir.

Best: May-October

Campground operates seasonally May through October only.

Things to do nearby

RIDB /activities /recareas + intel

Conditions today

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Cell signal

FCC BDC · quarterly dataset
T-Mobile
4G · 0%
Verizon
4G · 0%
AT&T
4G · 0%

FCC maps are theoretical — camper reports confirm signal.

Wildlife nearby

iNaturalist · research-grade · 8 km
Alert: Western Rattlesnake present in area; also Coyote, Northern Pygmy-Owl, American Kestrel, Pacific Wren, and White-breasted Nuthatch documented nearby.

Location

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Getting there →

From the town of Riley, OR., travel east on US Highway 20 for approximately 2.1 miles to the junction of Forest Road 45. Turn onto Forest Road 45 and travel for approximately 14.7 miles to the junction with Forest Road 4540. Follow Forest Road 4540 for approximately 8.2 miles to the junction with Forest road 4545. Follow Forest Road 4545 for approximately 1 mile, the campground will be on the left.

Campground entrance

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Community

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Pro tips

  • Book on recreation.gov exactly 6 months ahead at 10am ET — Malheur National Forest fills fast in peak season.
  • Check current road conditions at Malheur National Forest before arrival — seasonal closures common.

Frequently asked questions

RIDB facts + intel · FAQPage schema, speakable
How much does Buck Spring Campground cost per night?+
Buck Spring Campground costs $6 per night. Hookup options: No hookups.
What season is Buck Spring Campground open?+
Buck Spring Campground is open May through October. Check-in is 2:00 PM, check-out is 12:00 PM.
Does Buck Spring Campground have hookups?+
No hookups.
What is the maximum RV length at Buck Spring Campground?+
Buck Spring Campground is primarily a tent camping facility.
How do I make reservations at Buck Spring Campground?+
Buck Spring Campground is a federal campground — book 6 months ahead at Recreation.gov. Set a free CamperWatch cancellation alert to be notified the moment a site opens.
What is the cell service like at Buck Spring Campground?+
According to FCC coverage maps, cell signal at Buck Spring Campground is rated none. FCC maps show theoretical coverage — actual signal in remote or heavily forested areas may be weaker.
What season is Buck Spring Campground open, and what are check-in times?+
Buck Spring Campground is open May through October. Check-in is 2:00 PM, check-out is 12:00 PM.

Official resources

Buck Spring CampgroundHarney County Chamber of CommerceMalheur National Forest Fire InformationChickahominy Recreation SiteDelintment Lake
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●Data sources on this page
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National Weather Service — Live hourly forecast + active alerts
api.weather.gov · open-meteo.com
Google Air Quality API — Live AQI at exact campground coordinates
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iNaturalist — Research-grade wildlife within 8km
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Google Pollen API — Today’s tree, grass & weed pollen forecast
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FCC Broadband Map — Verizon, AT&T, T-Mobile 4G/5G coverage data
broadbandmap.fcc.gov · quarterly
Sunrise-Sunset.org — Sunrise, sunset & golden hour for today
api.sunrise-sunset.org
Google Street View — Campground entrance & access road imagery
maps.googleapis.com
RIDB — ADA sites, hookups, toilets, pets, campfire rules, bear boxes, max RV, activities, contact, directions
ridb.recreation.gov · /facilities /campsites /activities /links /recareas

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$6 /night★ 4 (0)
SeasonMay through October
Check-in2:00 PM
Check-out12:00 PM
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Delintment Lake Campground

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From $10/night

Tip Top Campground

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Falls Campground (Malheur National Forest)

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From $8/night

Deer Creek Guard Station Cabin

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From $60/night

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