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Birch Creek Historic Ranch

Nestled among cream and chocolate colored hills, barren red cliffs, and towering rock spires lays a secret oasis: the Birch Creek Historic Ranch. Established in the early 1900s, the ingenuity and determination of a Basque sheepherder and a West Virginia cattle rancher are still evident at the site today. Stone walls built in the Basque tradition still ascend the mesa. Remnants of a waterwheel hint at the lush alfalfa fields fed through the gravity irrigation system. Nineteen buildings and…

  • Managed by: Bureau of Land Management
  • Coordinates: 43.214726, -117.503261

Nearby & related campgrounds

  • Jordan Craters Area of Environmental Concern
  • Slocum Creek Campground
  • Leslie Gulch Area of Critical Environmental Concern
  • Owyhee Wild & Scenic River
  • Snively Hot Springs Recreation Site
  • Silver City Campground

Frequently asked questions

Is Birch Creek Historic Ranch reservable?

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

Where is Birch Creek Historic Ranch?

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

How do I book a campsite at Birch Creek Historic 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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