Idlewild Campground
Constructed by the Civilian Conservation Corps in the 1930's, Idlewild Campground is an easily accessible campground located just off of US Highway 395. The campground is lightly used and only becomes busy during the fall hunting season. Please pack out what you pack in, there is no trash service provided at this campground. The campground is a great place for those traveling through who would like a nice quiet place to camp that is easy to reach.
More like this: reservable in Oregon · pets allowed in Oregon
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Site mix
| Standard, no hookups | 26 |
Site guide
4 sites. Tap a filter to narrow the list; the map follows.
| Site | Entry | Surface | Shade | Water / sewer | People / vehicles | Fires |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 01 | Pull-through | No / No | – / 2 | Yes | ||
| 02 | Back-in | Paved | No / No | – / 1 | Yes | |
| 03 | Back-in | Paved | No / No | – / 1 | Yes | |
| 04 | Back-in | Paved | Partial | No / No | – / 2 | Yes |
Per-site records as published by the managing agency on Recreation.gov. Blank cells mean the agency listed nothing for that site. Check-in 2:00 PM, checkout 12:00 PM.
Amenities & rules
| Hookups | None |
| Equipment | RVs & trailers, Tents |
| Pets | Allowed |
| Campfires | Allowed, subject to restrictions |
| Fees | $10/Night for single unit, $5/Night for extra vehicle |
Reservable group picnic shelter located within Idlewild Campground
Individual sites vary. Confirm on Recreation.gov or with the managing office.
Season & status
| Status | Open |
| Forest | Malheur National Forest |
| Fees | $10/Night for single unit, $5/Night for extra vehicle |
| Rules | This campground can accomodate camp trailers 20 ft and under in length. |
Weather by month
Getting there
Directions from Burns, OR. travel 2.8 miles on US Highway 20 to the junction with US Highway 395, turn left onto US Highway 395 and head north. Follow US Highway 395 for approximately 14.6 miles to the junction with Forest Road 2820. Continue on Forest Road 2820 for 0.8 miles to the junction with Idlewild Campground Road.
| Nearest town | Hines, Oregon |
| Coordinates | 43.8020° N, 118.9874° W · Directions ↗ |
Fire nearby
- PrescribedJane 102 Rx
19 mi from the campground · 3,000 acres
- WildfireSecond Flat
26 mi from the campground · 105,854 acres · 99% contained
- PrescribedDamon 2A Rx
29 mi from the campground · 85 acres
- WildfireStubble
43 mi from the campground · 15,673 acres · 93% contained
Distance is to the reported incident point, not the fire edge. Call the managing office before you drive.
Explore
Video
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Trails nearby
- 0.1 miDevine Summit1.5 mi trail
- 0.1 mi5068 Bicycle0.6 mi trail
- 0.2 miSnomo #5327 ↗15.2 mi trail
- 0.2 miIdlewild Loop1.2 mi trail
- 0.8 miSnomo #5335 ↗19.1 mi trail
- 1 miSnomo #5328 ↗7.2 mi trail
Trail and trailhead records are the Forest Service's. Distances are straight-line to the nearer trail end. Trail conditions are not tracked here.
Public land it sits in
Malheur National Forest begins about 5.1 miles away, and it is the closest of these.
- 5.1 miMalheur National Forest ↗National Forest · Forest Service · 1,787,138 acres
Each unit is published as a centre point and an acreage rather than a boundary, so this section stands it in for a circle of the same area. Whether a campground is inside, and how far it is from one it is outside, are both approximate.
Other campgrounds nearby
Nearby
- Idlewild Loop Trail
- Idlewild Sno-Park
- Joaquin Miller Horse Camp
- Joaquin Miller Horse Trail
- King Mountain Lookout
- Poison Creek Reservoir
- Burns BLM
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Reference
Questions people ask
Do I need a reservation at Idlewild Campground?
Sites at Idlewild Campground are reservable on Recreation.gov. Any walk-up sites are listed on the booking page.
Source: Recreation.gov
How much does it cost to camp at Idlewild Campground?
$10/Night for single unit, $5/Night for extra vehicle
Source: Recreation.gov
What time is check-in at Idlewild Campground?
Check-in 2:00 PM, checkout 12:00 PM.
Source: Recreation.gov
Is Idlewild Campground open right now?
Open as of Oct 16, 2026.
Source: Forest Service status
How many sites does Idlewild Campground have?
26 sites, including 26 standard sites without power.
Source: Recreation.gov
Can I bring an RV to Idlewild Campground?
Idlewild Campground is listed for tents only.
Source: Recreation.gov
Are pets allowed at Idlewild Campground?
Yes, pets are allowed at Idlewild Campground. Leash rules apply.
Source: Recreation.gov
Can I have a campfire at Idlewild Campground?
Fires are allowed in the provided rings under normal conditions. As of 2026-10-16, there are 4 active fires within 50 miles, so check current restrictions before you light one. This campground can accomodate camp trailers 20 ft and under in length.
Source: Fire nearby
What is the nearest town to Idlewild Campground?
Hines, Oregon. Idlewild Loop Trail
Source: Getting there
What if Idlewild Campground is full?
The nearest public campgrounds are Joaquin Miller Horse Camp (1.8 mi), Yellowjacket Campground (15 mi, first-come), and Rock Springs Campground (15.5 mi).
Source: Campgrounds nearby