Sheep Springs Horse Camp
Deschutes National Forest — lakeside, hiking
Location: SISTERS, OR, OR
Price: From $25 per night
Rating: 4.5 out of 5 (53 reviews)
Season: May through October
Sheep Springs Horse Campground sits in the spectacular Metolius River Basin area in Deschutes National Forest. In close proximity to snow-capped peaks, high elevation lakes, scenic rivers and several wilderness areas, this campground offers a variety of scenery and recreational opportunities for visitors.Located at an elevation of approximately 3,200 feet, campsites are interspersed among a towering canopy of old-growth Ponderosa pine and a variety of spruce and fir. The Metolius River flows nea
Cell coverage (FCC estimate): none signal. Actual signal may vary in remote areas.
Amenities: Fire Rings, Picnic Tables, Vault Toilets, Drinking Water
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Sheep Springs Horse Camp is a favorite among horse enthusiasts in Deschutes National Forest's Metolius River Basin, offering access to scenic trails through lakes, lava flows, and forests. Campers praise the shaded sites, clean facilities, and wonderful trail system suitable for various horse gaits.
Wildlife alert: Mountain lions, coyotes, mule deer, northern pacific rattlesnakes, and wandering garter snakes present in the area.
Insider tips for Sheep Springs Horse Camp: Book early — this is a popular federal campground with only 11 sites Bring water for horses or use the nearby spring trough or creek Pack a poop bin for horse waste management Expect washboard road conditions on access roads
Skip Sheep Springs Horse Camp if: You need RV hookups or full amenities — no hookups available. You require cell service — Verizon coverage not available. You need garbage service — not provided at this campground. You visit outside May-October — seasonal operations only.
Best time to visit Sheep Springs Horse Camp: May-October — Campground operates seasonally May through October only.
Nearby campgrounds: Candle Creek Campground (SISTERS, OR), Lower Bridge Campground (SISTERS, OR), Pioneer Ford Campground (SISTERS, OR), Allen Springs Campground (SISTERS, OR).
Cell Phone Coverage at Sheep Springs Horse Camp
Cell signal at Sheep Springs Horse Camp (SISTERS, 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.
Sheep Springs Horse Campground sits in the spectacular Metolius River Basin area in Deschutes National Forest. In close proximity to snow-capped peaks, high elevation lakes, scenic rivers and several wilderness areas, this campground offers a variety of scenery and recreational opportunities for visitors.Located at an elevation of approximately 3,200 feet, campsites are interspersed among a towering canopy of old-growth Ponderosa pine and a variety of spruce and fir. The Metolius River flows nearby, making its headwaters at Metolius Springs at the base of nearby Black Butte, 6,436-foot extinct stratovolcano.
Verified facts
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Insider tips & when to go
CamperWatch intel · hand-curated entryBook early
this is a popular federal campground with only 11 sites
Bring water for horses or use the nearby spring trough or creek
Pack a poop bin for horse waste management
Expect washboard road conditions on access roads
Campground operates seasonally May through October only
Things to do nearby
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Wildlife nearby
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Getting there →
From Sisters, Oregon, take Highway 20 west for about 12 miles. Turn north onto Jack Lake Road/FS Road 12 and continue for nearly 6 miles. Turn left onto FS Road 1260, then right onto FS Road 200. Sheep Springs will be on the right hand side.
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- Book on recreation.gov exactly 6 months ahead at 10am ET — Deschutes National Forest fills fast in peak season.
- Check current road conditions at Deschutes National Forest before arrival — seasonal closures common.
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