About Sheep Springs Horse Camp
Number of accommodations: 11
Campground Amenities
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Potable Water
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2026 Season availability
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Reviews (53)
What Guests Are Saying
Sheep Springs Horse Camp is praised for its beautiful setting and excellent trails, including routes to the Metolius River and Bear Valley. Campers appreciate the new steel corrals and well-maintained facilities, though some noted issues with road conditions and camp host availability. While there were minor inconveniences, such as bee activity and bathroom supplies, overall, visitors express satisfaction with their experiences and the scenic nature of the camp.
What Guests Are Saying
Sheep Springs Horse Camp is praised for its beautiful setting and excellent trails, including routes to the Metolius River and Bear Valley. Campers appreciate the new steel corrals and well-maintained facilities, though some noted issues with road conditions and camp host availability. While there were minor inconveniences, such as bee activity and bathroom supplies, overall, visitors express satisfaction with their experiences and the scenic nature of the camp.
Review Summary
Kim M
VerifiedDecember 23, 2025 • Stayed at: 006, Loop: AREA SHEEP SPRINGS HORSE CAMP
Very nice horse camp, and although there's only one signed trail, there are plenty of roads and social trails to ride. Destinations not to miss: the Metolius River and the Head of Jack Creek.
Michaela M
VerifiedAugust 11, 2025 • Stayed at: 005, Loop: AREA SHEEP SPRINGS HORSE CAMP
There is a question regarding the arena/round pen that I’ve seen at every horse camp. We went to use the one at Sheep Springs and were chased out by the camp post. The camp host stated it was part of his camping site and we were not allowed to use it and then barricaded the gate. My understanding is this is for use of any of the campers. He also had two cats that were roaming all over the camp ground and witnessed hunting birds and squirrels. The noise level of neighboring campers went till midnight so it was difficult to sleep. There were also two campers in the campground that did not have horses. Last year we did not have any of these issues. Otherwise, the trails in the area are wonderful and it’s nice to have water for the horses at the campground.
Jenny H
VerifiedAugust 11, 2025 • Stayed at: 010, Loop: AREA SHEEP SPRINGS HORSE CAMP
Beautiful camp. So thankful OET replaced the wood corrals with steel. Love the trails. This trip we did the Shovel Loop and the Brush Creek Loop.
Corrine D
VerifiedAugust 6, 2025 • Stayed at: 002, Loop: AREA SHEEP SPRINGS HORSE CAMP
We love this horse camp. The bees were a little worse than last year. There were bee traps put up, but they were a nuisance when you are cooking. I highly recommend this camp!
Lauri C
VerifiedJuly 17, 2025 • Stayed at: 010, Loop: AREA SHEEP SPRINGS HORSE CAMP
Great camp hosts! New pipe corrals are so much better than pole corrals. Trails were well maintained. Only criticism is the lack of road maintenance from Jack Lake Road in to Sheep Springs. In almost 20 years of camping there, the road has NEVER been this bad!
Cyndi O
VerifiedJuly 7, 2025 • Stayed at: 002, Loop: AREA SHEEP SPRINGS HORSE CAMP
Very quiet and peaceful.
margie H
VerifiedJuly 3, 2025 • Stayed at: 007, Loop: AREA SHEEP SPRINGS HORSE CAMP
Wonderful. Will do again!
Was hard to back into my # 7 campsite tho- the 2 trees at the front are tough to negotiate. Thank you!
Dawn E
VerifiedJune 16, 2025 • Stayed at: 004, Loop: AREA SHEEP SPRINGS HORSE CAMP
Nice camp with great trails! Have to hand pump water- but at least there is this option. We try to bring our own in, as it’s easier this way.
Bear siting on road in- not far from camp. Road in was pretty washboard. Cell service (Verizon) was okay..
Lacey D
VerifiedJune 16, 2025 • Stayed at: 007, Loop: AREA SHEEP SPRINGS HORSE CAMP
Great place to camp!
Christine Diane S
VerifiedJune 11, 2025 • Stayed at: 004, Loop: AREA SHEEP SPRINGS HORSE CAMP
There was no toilet paper in the bathroom in the 4 days we were camping there.
Location Sheep Springs Horse Camp
Address:
P.O. Box 249
Sisters, OR, 97759
United States
From Sisters, Oregon, take Highway 20 west for about 12 miles. Turn north onto Jack Lake Road/FS Road 12 and continue for nearly 6 miles. Turn left onto FS Road 1260, then right onto FS Road 200. Sheep Springs will be on the right hand side.
Latitude & Longitude: 44.5786 / -121.68
Elevation: 1023 feet
Policies & Rules
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Sheep Springs Horse Camp is intended for equestrian camping |
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Horses must be kept in stalls provided, and may not be teathered or picketed outside of stalls |
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Horse Campers must use Certified Weed-Seed-Free Hay |
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No hookups are available |
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Please Note: One RV with tow vehicle per single site or one vehicle per tent site. Most sites can accommodate 1 extra vehicle that is not included with the reservation fee. Extra vehicle will be charged a per night fee and collected at the campground. |
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Fire Restrictions: Fire restrictions may be imposed at any time due to hot, dry weather conditions, at which time campfires and charcoal fires may not be allowed. |
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During your time in Central Oregon, you can find wildfire, prescribed fire and smoke information at centraloregonfire.org |
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Reserved Sites will be held until check out time (NOON) the day following your arrival date. Sites must be occupied by the checkout time of that following day to hold a reservation or the site will be forfeited and released to other guests.
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Refunds: Refund requests made through www.recreation.gov will be charged a $10 processing fee. This fee is retained by the reservation service contractor along with the non-refundable reservation fee. All requests for the return of the non-refundable reservation fee and the cancellation fee will be declined by the campground concessionaire as they did not receive these fees (these are the fees retained by the reservation contractor, a different entity). |
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Don't Move Firewood: Please protect Pacific Northwest forests by preventing the spread of invasive species. Firewood can carry insects and diseases that can threaten the health of our western forests. You can make a difference by obtaining and burning your firewood near your camping destination. Visit Dontmovefirewood.org for further information. |
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Click here for more information about Deschutes National Forest |
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Camping or otherwise occupying a single location (including leaving camping equipment and/or related supplies) for a period longer than 14 consecutive calendar days is prohibited. ‘Location’ means the occupied area, the occupied campsite, and the National Forest System lands in the immediate vicinity thereof. Camping or occupying any location on all National Forest lands for more than 28 calendar days total during a calendar year is prohibited. |
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NO generator use is allowed in campgrounds between 10:00PM and 7:00AM (36 CFR 261.10). Silent power banks or battery powered devices are allowed. |
