How much does camping cost at Green Mountain Campground?

Camping fees at Green Mountain Campground range from Free. Prices may vary by site type (standard, hookup, premium) and season. Fees are typically paid at the campground entrance.

Is Green Mountain Campground first-come first-served or reservation?

Green Mountain Campground operates on a first-come, first-served basis. Arrive early, especially on weekends and holidays, to secure a spot.

What is the best time to visit Green Mountain Campground?

Green Mountain Campground is open Reported open year-round; access may be impassable in bad weather. Fire lookout staffed June–October (seasonal).. The best time to visit depends on your preferences—summer offers the warmest weather and most activities, while spring and fall provide fewer crowds and milder temperatures. Check current conditions before your trip.

Are there showers at Green Mountain Campground?

Green Mountain Campground does not have shower facilities. Plan accordingly—nearby alternatives may include day-use areas or towns.

Can I have a campfire at Green Mountain Campground?

Fire policies at Green Mountain Campground: Each site has a fire grate/fire pit. Visitors should follow current BLM fire restrictions and local fire regulations.. Always check current fire restrictions before your trip, as conditions change seasonally.

How many campsites does Green Mountain Campground have?

Green Mountain Campground has 6 campsites. Sites vary in size, privacy, and amenities. Arrive early for the best site selection.

Are dogs allowed at Green Mountain Campground?

Pets are not allowed at Green Mountain Campground. This policy helps protect local wildlife and other campers. Consider nearby pet-friendly campgrounds if traveling with animals.

What amenities are available at Green Mountain Campground?

Green Mountain Campground offers: Restrooms. See our detailed campground page for the full list of facilities and features.

What activities can I do at Green Mountain Campground?

Popular activities at Green Mountain Campground include Hiking. The surrounding area offers plenty of outdoor recreation opportunities for all skill levels.

Green Mountain Campground

4.72

27 reviews

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Quick Facts

Price

Free

Booking

Walk-in Only

Sites

6 campsites

Season

Year-round

Cell

Unknown

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Price

Free

Booking

Walk-in Only

Sites

6 campsites

Season

Year-round

Cell

Unknown

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Green Mountain Campground

$0.00 - $0.00 / night

Campsite Fees

No charge; free BLM camping.

Standard Site Fee$0.00

Hookup Site Fee$0.00

Premium Site Fee$0.00

Hike and Bike Site Fee$0.00

Group Site Fee$0.00

Food Storage Locker Fee$0.00

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Green Mountain Campground

43.3861, -120.7231

Nearby supplies

Christmas Valley (nearest supplies)

Best Time to Camp at Green Mountain Campground

The high desert climate brings cool nights even in summer and wind that whispers (or howls) across the exposed ridgeline, especially after dark. While technically open year-round, the rough access road becomes treacherous during wet weather or snow, making spring through fall your best bet for a visit. Plan your trip around clear skies to take full advantage of the exceptional stargazing and those legendary desert sunsets that paint the entire lava field in shades of gold and crimson.

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Fall(Sep-Nov)

4.0 / 5

Great views and quieter conditions; lookout staffed June–Oct indicates good late-summer/fall use.

Planning Tips

Operating Season: Reported open year-round; access may be impassable in bad weather. Fire lookout staffed June–October (seasonal).

About Green Mountain Campground

Escape to one of Oregon's most dramatic hidden gems, where Green Mountain Campground sits high above the Christmas Valley basin offering sweeping views across ancient lava fields and volcanic cinder cones. This free, primitive BLM campground features six well-spaced sites with picnic tables and fire rings, plus a vault toilet—but the real amenities here are the endless desert vistas and star-filled skies. Come prepared with a high-clearance vehicle for the rugged access road and supplies for dry camping.

Primitive, first-come, first-served BLM campground with six spacious sites offering panoramic volcanic desert views; no fees or reservations.

Weather and SeasonsThe high desert climate brings cool nights even in summer and wind that whispers (or howls) across the exposed ridgeline, especially after dark. While technically open year-round, the rough access road becomes treacherous during wet weather or snow, making spring through fall your best bet for a visit. Plan your trip around clear skies to take full advantage of the exceptional stargazing and those legendary desert sunsets that paint the entire lava field in shades of gold and crimson.

Natural Features and SceneryPerched amid one of Oregon's most striking volcanic landscapes, the campground commands 360-degree views across the Four Craters Lava Field, where ancient Pleistocene lava flows froze mid-surge thousands of years ago. Cinder cones rise like sentinels from the desert floor, their rust-colored slopes glowing at sunrise and sunset. The high-elevation setting and open terrain create a photographer's paradise, while the lack of light pollution reveals the Milky Way in stunning clarity on moonless nights.

Geological RegionCentral Oregon high desert — Fort Rock/Christmas Valley area; Pleistocene lava fields and cinder cones, near the Four Craters Lava Field.

Scenic ViewsPanoramic 360-degree vistas of lava flows, cinder cones and desert; excellent for sunrise/sunset photography and night-sky viewing.

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Amenities available

Six primitive sites with picnic tables and metal fire grates; a vault (pit) toilet is provided. No potable water or utility hookups; campground is free (BLM).

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Activities you can enjoy

Good base for short hikes and exploration of nearby volcanic features; popular for photography and night-sky viewing. Nearby attractions include Crack-in-the-Ground, Four Craters Lava Field, and the Green Mountain fire lookout (staffed seasonally).

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Policies & Safety

Hazards & AlertsRough, washboarded dirt approach (may be impassable in bad weather); potential overhanging juniper limbs on approach; remote location with no drinking water or services. Limited capacity (six sites) and minimal facilities.

No Potable WaterThis campground does not have potable water on-site. Bring all the water you need for drinking, cooking, and cleaning.

No Electric HookupsElectric hookups are not available at this campground. RV campers should arrive with a full battery and plan for off-grid power (generator hours/quiet rules permitting).

No Water HookupsSite-level water hookups are not available. RV campers should fill freshwater tanks before arrival; check the No Potable Water note above if applicable for drinking water.

No Dump StationThere is no dump station at this campground. Plan to use a dump station along your route or at a nearby facility before or after your stay.

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4.7

27 reviews

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Green Mountain Campground is top-rated, placing it in the top 15% of campgrounds based on reviews

Reviews are overwhelmingly positive (mostly 4–5 stars), praising panoramic views, solitude, stargazing and cleanliness of the vault toilet; common negatives are rough access road, wind, and lack of water or hookups.

Review Summaries

Based on 27 reviews

What Campers Love

360-degree panoramic views and sunsets/sunrises; solitude and quiet; excellent stargazing and photography; clean vault toilet; picnic tables and fire grates; free BLM camping.

Based on 27 reviews

Common Concerns

Multiple reviewers note the long, rough dirt access road (10-mile washboarded sections) and that low-clearance vehicles and RVs can struggle; some mention overhanging juniper limbs. Other recurring...

Based on 27 reviews

Pro Tips & Recommendations

Bring all water and supplies, pack out trash, consider high-clearance or 4WD for the access road, arrive early (many recommend by mid-afternoon) to secure one of six sites, expect wind at night.

Based on 27 reviews

Camper Quotes

Amazing camping location !!; Absolutely fantastic!!! Epic views!!

Based on 27 reviews

Site-Specific Reviews

Several reviewers note a quarter-mile walk to a summit that provides even better views; the campground sits above Christmas Valley and near Crack in the Ground. One review mentions an unusual fire...

Based on 27 reviews

Accessibility Features

Vehicle access is a common concern: reviewers describe a long (~10 mile) dirt road with severe washboarding and rough sections; one reviewer said an RAV4 had no issues while others warn very...

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