Arid mountain landscape

Activity

Tent CampingRV CampingPrimitive

Site Info

BLM CampgroundFirst Come, First Served

Amenities

Fishing AccessHiking Trails

Lower Crooked River Back Country Byway

OR · BLM Campground · BLM

Lower Crooked River Back Country Byway is a blm campground Oregon. This primitive-level campground offers tent camping, rv camping. Fees from $0 to $0 per night. Amenities include fishing access, hiking trails.

At a Glance

Site Type

BLM Campground

Hookups

None

Experience

Primitive

Fees

Free

Season

Year-Round

Pets

Unknown

Cell Service

poor

Poor Cell Signal

Spotty coverage — may work in some areas

Verizon: weakAT&T: weakT-Mobile: none

About This Location

Located 40 minutes east of Bend, Oregon, the Lower Crooked River Back Country Byway offers a primitive, off-grid camping experience. Ideal for self-sufficient tent and RV travelers, this free, year-round site features stunning high desert scenery, excellent fishing, and hiking opportunities for those seeking solitude in nature.

Escape to the rugged beauty of the Lower Crooked River Back Country Byway, a primitive BLM camping experience located just 40 minutes east of Bend, Oregon. This scenic route winds through towering basaltic buttes and rolling rangelands, offering a peaceful retreat for those seeking a true off-grid adventure. While the sites are rustic with no hookups, campers enjoy convenient access to excellent fishing and winding hiking trails directly from the riverside. Perfectly suited for self-sufficient tent and RV campers who prefer solitude over developed amenities, this free, year-round destination allows you to immerse yourself in the high desert landscape. Pack your gear and discover the quiet charm of Oregon’s backcountry.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I access Lower Crooked River Back Country Byway?
Lower Crooked River Back Country Byway is a campground in Oregon. There is no fee to camp. First-come, first-served only.
What types of camping are available at Lower Crooked River Back Country Byway?
Lower Crooked River Back Country Byway supports tent camping, rv camping.
What amenities are at Lower Crooked River Back Country Byway?
On-site amenities include fishing access, hiking trails.

Location data: BLM · Weather: National Weather Service · Coordinates: 43.8504, -120.7329

Quick Facts

State
Oregon
Region
Pacific Northwest
Agency
BLM
Coordinates
43.8504, -120.7329
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