FR 1160800 — Bear Spring in OR -- Free Camping & Overnight Parking in Oregon

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FR 1160800 — Bear Spring in OR

Deschutes NF, Sisters Ranger District
4,074 ft
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A 3.5-mile stretch of dirt National Forest road in Jefferson County, OR.

Deschutes National Forest, Sisters Ranger District allows dispersed camping here -- 14-day limit.

All 3.5 miles in are maintained only for high-clearance vehicles. Dirt the whole way in (3.5 miles). Climbs 370 ft over 3.5 miles -- sustained grades near 12%, with pitches to 33%. Stretches run along a shelf with a drop of up to ~120 ft on the downhill side.

Mount Jefferson stands 6,415 ft above the site, 15 miles northwest. The nearest town, Crooked River Ranch, is 16 mi off.

September normals 46–72°F, 1.0″ rain. Monthly averages, PRISM 1991–2020.

Nearby Spots
Middle Loop 50-96 in ORCampground53.4miFR 4250140 — Round Mountain in ORDispersed Camping53.5miSouth Loop 1-44 in ORCampground53.6miFall River Guard Station in ORCampground53.7miNorth Mckay RD (FR 9735000) in ORForest Road Road53.8mi
Fire restrictions

Set by Deschutes National Forest, Sisters Ranger District. Stage 1 and 2 orders change within days -- check the current order before you build a fire.

fs.usda.gov
Sources checked August 2026Something wrong here?