Slocum Creek Campground

BLM Bureau of Land Management · Vale, OR · Dispersed

Conditions

Road Access High Clearance
Season Not recorded
Campfires Not recorded
Boondock Access Rough High clearance or 4WD may be required

The managing agency hasn't published season or campfire rules for this campground. The description and directions below often mention it — and it's worth calling the agency before a long drive.

Features

Warning High Clearance Flood Risk
Style Boondocking Potable Water

Campground Stats

Total Sites0

Location

43.3214, -117.31891 · Vale District Office , Vale , OR 97918

Description

Nestled in a side canyon near the mouth of Leslie Gulch, Slocum Creek Campground makes a good base for gulch explorations. Cool off in the waters of nearby Lake Owyhee or hike the Leslie Gulch Area of Critical Environmental Concern. The campground includes nine campsites, eight of which contain some accessible amenities. The low light of early morning and late evening transforms the abutting rock outcrops of Slocum Creek Wilderness Study Area into magnificent fiery wonder.

Know Before You Go

  • Camping and fires are limited to the Slocum Creek campground.
  • Maximum stay is 14 days. Overnight backpacking and horses are not allowed in the Area of Critical Environmental Concern.
  • Vehicles are limited to existing roads and parking areas.
  • Collection of vegetation, rocks and firewood is prohibited.
  • Drinking water is not available.
  • Flash floods, wet roads, or winter conditions can make the road impassable high-clearance vehicles are recommended. Large recreational vehicles are not recommended.

Directions

Leslie Gulch is located east of the Owyhee Reservoir in Malheur County, Oregon. From Highway 95 in Idaho, go west 8 miles on McBride Creek Road to Rockville, then 1 mile north to Leslie Gulch Road and 15 miles west. You can also take Succor Creek Road from either Oregon Highway 201 or US-95 to the Leslie Gulch Road Junction.

Activities

CAMPING HIKING PADDLING

Details

FeeNo fees.
Stay Limit14 days
Phone541-473-3144
Email[email protected]

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