Can you reserve a site at Bear Springs Campground?

Yes, Bear Springs Campground is reservable through Recreation.gov.

How many campsites does Bear Springs Campground have?

5 sites in total, of which 3 can be booked.

What is the maximum RV length at Bear Springs Campground?

25 ft. That is the longest vehicle the sites here are recorded as taking; individual sites may be shorter.

Are pets allowed at Bear Springs Campground?

Yes, pets are allowed at Bear Springs Campground.

Are campfires allowed at Bear Springs Campground?

Campfires are allowed at Bear Springs Campground. Check for a current fire restriction before you go.

Bear Springs Campground, Oregon — 3 sites, fees and cancellation alerts

Overview

Bear Springs Campground is an ideal destination for families and groups that enjoy the outdoors in the beautiful Pacific Northwest. It offers spacious group sites, single-family sites, and a day use area with a picnic shelter amid a forest of towering trees.

Recreation

Bear Springs is not far from some great wilderness spots, including mountain lakes and streams, as well as trails and historic sites. A variety of short hiking and off-highway vehicle trails are available nearby for exploration. The Mt. Hood area and Government Camp are within a short drive from the campground. For water enthusiasts, rafting and kayaking opportunities abound on the nearby Deschutes River. Picnicking is also a popular activity.

Facilities

The campground offers single-family and group sites for tent and RV camping. Each site is equipped with a table and campfire ring with grill. Vault toilets and trash collection are provided, but utility hookups are not available. Parking surfaces are gravel and dirt. Firewood can be purchased from the host.

Natural Features

The campground is located on the southeastern edge of Mt. Hood National Forest at an elevation of 3,000 feet. It is situated among towering pine and fir trees, but the beauty of the campground is its secluded feel. Deer and other wildlife are common in the area.

Contact Info

For facility specific information, please call (541) 467-2291.

Nearby Attractions

Bear Springs is near the Warm Springs Tribal Lands and is approximately 19 miles from Government Camp, where visitors may enjoy summertime snow skiing. It is also approximately 24 miles from the Deschutes River and less than one mile to Spring Drive RV Campground.

The facts

Season: 6/4/2024 – 9/30/2024 — USDA Forest Service, Aug 24, 2026
3 bookable sites
5 sites in total, including non-bookable
1 site for day use only
Vehicles up to 25 ft
Up to 75 people per site
Loops: Shelter Day Use

Site types

2 Group Tent Only Area Nonelectric
2 Management
1 Standard Nonelectric

Amenities

Campfires allowed
Picnic tables
Grills
Shade
Pets allowed

Not recorded upstream: electric hookups, water hookups, sewer hookups, fire pits.

Book on Recreation.gov

5 campsites at Bear Springs Campground

Site	Loop	Type	Entry	Surface	Grade	Water	Max rig	People
001	—	Management	Back In	Gravel	Moderate	—	20 ft	6	🐾
002	—	Management	Back In	Gravel	Moderate	—	20 ft	6	🐾
A	—	Group Tent Only Area Nonelectric	Back In	Gravel	Moderate	—	25 ft	50	🐾
B	—	Group Tent Only Area Nonelectric	Back In	Gravel	Moderate	—	18 ft	50	🐾
Shelter	Shelter Day Use	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Gravel	Moderate	Springs	15 ft	75	🐾

Getting there

From Sandy: Travel east on Highway 26 for 48 miles to the Highway 26/I-216 junctions. Turn left onto I-216 and travel east for 4 and 1/4 miles. Turn Right at Bear Springs campground.

45.11671, -121.53162 · 45°7'0.2"N 121°31'53.8"W

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Typical weather

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Precip in	6.7	4.4	4.1	3.1	2.6	1.9	0.4	0.6	1.5	3.9	6.1	7.5

1991–2020 averages from the nearest NOAA station, 9.2 mi away — not measured at the facility itself, and elevation can make a real difference over that distance.

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Common questions about Bear Springs Campground

Can you reserve a site at Bear Springs Campground?: Yes, Bear Springs Campground is reservable through Recreation.gov.
How many campsites does Bear Springs Campground have?: 5 sites in total, of which 3 can be booked.
What is the maximum RV length at Bear Springs Campground?: 25 ft. That is the longest vehicle the sites here are recorded as taking; individual sites may be shorter.
Are pets allowed at Bear Springs Campground?: Yes, pets are allowed at Bear Springs Campground.
Are campfires allowed at Bear Springs Campground?: Campfires are allowed at Bear Springs Campground. Check for a current fire restriction before you go.

Also listed by

Bear Springs Campground also appears in other federal recreation data. Facts below are matched by name and location, not confirmed by Bear Springs Campground's operator.

USDA Forest Service — data as of Aug 24, 2026

Camping : $21/night for single site, $2/ holiday additional, $8/extra vehicle
$51/night for group site

USDA Forest Service's own page

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Keeps Mill Campground 2.6 mi · Campground
Clear Creek Crossing Campground 3.3 mi · Campground
Forest Creek Campground 4.4 mi · Campground
White River Station Campground 6.7 mi · Campground
Barlow Crossing Campground 8 mi · Campground
Clear Lake Overflow Camping Area 9.1 mi · Campground
Barlow Creek Campground 9.5 mi · Campground

Contact

Recreation.gov last updated this record on 2026-05-09.

Bear Springs Campground