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Big Meadows Horse Camp

Willamette National Forest

🏕️ CampgroundBend / Deschutes NFOregon⭐ 4.1 (10)
Big Meadows Horse Camp
🟢 5 open windows right now — soonest Mon Aug 31–Thu Sep 3
Availability checked 2h ago · changes fast, verify before you drive
📈 CampSage caught 3 cancellations here in the last 7 days — set an alert below to catch the next one.
Book / check availability →🧭 Directions
💡 In short

Big Meadows Horse Camp in Oregon has 5 open booking windows on Recreation.gov right now, the soonest Mon Aug 31–Thu Sep 3. Reserve directly through the booking link above — cancellations go fast. To catch future openings the instant they appear, set a free CampSage cancellation alert.

📅 Open dates
Mon Aug 31 – Thu Sep 33 nightsbook these dates →👥 5 in a row, Big Meadows Horse Camp #1–Big Meadows Horse Camp #5 next to each othersites #1, #2, #3, #4, #5
Tue Sep 1 – Thu Sep 32 nightsbook these dates →sites #6
Fri Sep 4 – Mon Sep 73 nights🗓 weekendbook these dates →sites #2, #5
Fri Sep 11 – Mon Sep 143 nights🗓 weekendbook these dates →sites #1, #4, #6
Fri Sep 25 – Mon Sep 283 nights🗓 weekendbook these dates →sites #3

📷 What these sites look like

Photos of sites that are open right now, from recreation.gov. Angles vary by park — usually the site and its parking pad.

Campsite Big Meadows Horse Camp #1 — Site 1
Site Big Meadows Horse Camp #1 · Site 1Alexandria Bates
Campsite Big Meadows Horse Camp #1 — Site 1
Site Big Meadows Horse Camp #1 · Site 1Alexandria Bates
Campsite Big Meadows Horse Camp #2 — Site 2 Corral 1
Site Big Meadows Horse Camp #2 · Site 2 Corral 1Alexandria Bates
Campsite Big Meadows Horse Camp #2 — Site 2
Site Big Meadows Horse Camp #2 · Site 2Alexandria Bates
Campsite Big Meadows Horse Camp #3 — Site 3
Site Big Meadows Horse Camp #3 · Site 3Alexandria Bates
Campsite Big Meadows Horse Camp #3 — Site 3 Corrals
Site Big Meadows Horse Camp #3 · Site 3 CorralsAlexandria Bates
Campsite Big Meadows Horse Camp #4 — Site 4
Site Big Meadows Horse Camp #4 · Site 4Alexandria Bates
Campsite Big Meadows Horse Camp #4 — Site 4
Site Big Meadows Horse Camp #4 · Site 4Alexandria Bates
Campsite Big Meadows Horse Camp #5 — Site 5
Site Big Meadows Horse Camp #5 · Site 5Alexandria Bates
Campsite Big Meadows Horse Camp #5 — Site 5 Corrals
Site Big Meadows Horse Camp #5 · Site 5 CorralsAlexandria Bates
Campsite Big Meadows Horse Camp #6 — Site 6
Site Big Meadows Horse Camp #6 · Site 6Alexandria Bates
Campsite Big Meadows Horse Camp #6 — Site 6
Site Big Meadows Horse Camp #6 · Site 6Alexandria Bates
⚡ EV charging nearby

Nearest DC fast charging: 18.8 mi away (straight line).

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Distances are straight-line, not driving — the road can be much longer where a river, a lake or a canyon sits in between. From OpenStreetMap — community-mapped, so plug types can lag reality. Verify on your charging network’s app before counting on a charger.

🔭 Planning further ahead?

We watch the next 60 days closely — that's where cancellations show up. recreation.gov takes bookings out to about February 2027, so there may be 2+ night stays past our window.

📊 How often sites open up here

CampSage's scans caught 12 openings at Big Meadows Horse Camp over the last 30 days, on 12 separate days, most of them for stays 3–6 days out and the openings typically covered 3 nights.

These are the openings our own scans saw — not a figure the booking system publishes. We re-check availability several times a day, so the real number can be higher.

🏕️ About this campground

💵 $25/nightEquestrian NonelectricStandard Nonelectric🎒 car camping🎒 hiking🎒 horseback riding

Ratings

4.1★★★★☆10 ratings
5★4
4★3
3★3
2★0
1★0
Star ratings from recreation.gov (they don't publish written review text). Read & leave reviews on recreation.gov ↗

📶 Cell coverage camper-reported

Verizon0.0/4
T-Mobile0.0/4
AT&T0.0/4

💡 Insider tips from campers

❓ Big Meadows Horse Camp FAQ

How do I reserve a campsite at Big Meadows Horse Camp?

Big Meadows Horse Camp in Oregon takes campsite reservations through Recreation.gov. On this page, use the “Book / check availability” button to open the live booking page, see which dates are free, and reserve your site.

How much does it cost to camp at Big Meadows Horse Camp?

Campsite fees at Big Meadows Horse Camp run about $25/night, as listed by Recreation.gov. Exact rates vary by site type, number of campers, and season.

How can I get a spot at Big Meadows Horse Camp when it's fully booked?

Popular campgrounds like Big Meadows Horse Camp often fill months ahead, but campers cancel every day and those sites reopen for booking. CampSage checks availability for you and sends a free email the instant a cancellation opens — set an alert on this page and you can grab the spot before anyone else.

How often do campsites open up at Big Meadows Horse Camp?

CampSage's scans caught 12 openings at Big Meadows Horse Camp over the last 30 days, on 12 separate days, most of them for stays 3–6 days out and the openings typically covered 3 nights. These are the openings our own scans saw — not a figure the booking system publishes. We re-check availability several times a day, so the real number can be higher.

Is Big Meadows Horse Camp a good campground?

Big Meadows Horse Camp holds an average rating of 4.1/5 from 10 camper ratings on Recreation.gov. The full star breakdown is shown above.

Is there cell service at Big Meadows Horse Camp?

Campers report no usable signal at Big Meadows Horse Camp — every carrier we have reports for rates 0 out of 5 across 9 reports. Plan for no service. See the carrier-by-carrier breakdown above — coverage can still vary by campsite, terrain, and weather.

Where is Big Meadows Horse Camp located?

Big Meadows Horse Camp is located in Bend / Deschutes NF, Oregon. Tap “Directions” above for driving directions, or see nearby campgrounds lower on this page.

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