Steens Mountain South Loop Dispersed

Bureau of Land ManagementFree CampingNear Burns, Oregon

High desert dispersed camping along the Steens Mountain Loop Road. Aspen groves, alpine meadows, and views into the Kiger Gorge. Wild horses roam the lower elevations.

Coordinates

42.6340, -118.6280

Land Agency

Bureau of Land Management

Elevation

7,200 ft

Max Stay

14 days

Cell Service

none

Water Available

No - pack all water

Access Notes

Steens Mountain Loop Road from Frenchglen. Gravel, 2WD when dry. Upper sections snow-closed until late June.

Free Camping near Burns

Steens Mountain South Loop Dispersed is one of the closest free dispersed camping options to Burns, Oregon. Located on Bureau of Land Management land at 7,200 feet elevation, this spot offers a no-cost alternative to developed campgrounds in the area. No reservation is required.

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