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Historic Shirk Ranch

Scattered throughout the BLM Lakeview District are special and unique sites. There are approximately 3.5 million acres of public lands in the district, much of it undeveloped and ready to explore. One of those places is deep in Lake County, on the edge of the Guano Creek Wilderness Study Area, where you will find the Historic Shirk Ranch. The property was originally homesteaded during the initial settlement of Lake County in the early 1880s by the Hill family. David L. Shirk purchased the…

  • Managed by: Bureau of Land Management
  • Coordinates: 42.238494, -119.519942

Nearby & related campgrounds

  • Warner Wetlands
  • DRAKE PEAK LOOKOUT
  • Swale Trailhead
  • South Fork Crooked Creek Trailhead
  • Aspen Cabin (Fremont-Winema National Forest, OR)
  • Sunstone Collection Area

Frequently asked questions

Is Historic Shirk Ranch reservable?

Historic Shirk Ranch is primarily first-come, first-served. Use the availability view to gauge how busy it is before you go.

Where is Historic Shirk Ranch?

See the map for Historic Shirk Ranch's exact location and directions.

How do I book a campsite at Historic Shirk Ranch?

Pick your dates on the availability calendar, then reserve through the official booking link. You can also set an alert and we'll notify you if a sold-out date opens up.

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