Alvord Desert Dispersed
Bureau of Land ManagementFree CampingNear Burns, Oregon
Vast playa camping at the base of Steens Mountain in southeastern Oregon. The dry lakebed stretches for miles with Steens Mountain as a dramatic backdrop. Natural hot springs at Alvord Hot Springs nearby.
Coordinates
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Bureau of Land Management
Elevation
4,020 ft
Max Stay
14 days
Cell Service
none
Water Available
No - pack all water
Location
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Alvord Desert Dispersed is one of the closest free dispersed camping options to Burns, Oregon. Located on Bureau of Land Management land at 4,020 feet elevation, this spot offers a no-cost alternative to developed campgrounds in the area. No reservation is required.