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Poison Creek Recreation Site

Overview Poison Creek Recreation Site is a small, approximately 27-acre reservoir in the Silvies Valley area, managed by the Bureau of Land Management’s Burns District in southeast Oregon. The landscape surrounding it is classic eastern Oregon high desert: scattered sagebrush, rocky rimrock outcroppings, and marshy fringes that attract birds and offer tranquil scenery. As the story goes, the reservoir, and the creek that feeds it, were named "Poison Creek" not because of actual toxins, but due…

  • Managed by: Bureau of Land Management
  • Coordinates: 44.01451, -118.91317

Nearby & related campgrounds

  • Rock Springs Campground
  • IDLEWILD
  • Swick Old Growth Interpretive Site
  • Starr Sno-Park
  • Buckhorn Meadows Trailhead
  • Big Creek Campground

Frequently asked questions

Is Poison Creek Recreation Site reservable?

Poison Creek Recreation Site is primarily first-come, first-served. Use the availability view to gauge how busy it is before you go.

Where is Poison Creek Recreation Site?

See the map for Poison Creek Recreation Site's exact location and directions.

How do I book a campsite at Poison Creek Recreation Site?

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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