Alvord Desert Dispersed
Vast playa camping at the base of Steens Mountain in southeastern Oregon. The dry lakebed stretches for miles with Steens Mountain as a dramatic backdrop. Natural hot springs at Alvord Hot Springs nearby.
Access Notes
Fields-Denio Road off OR-205. 2WD OK in dry conditions. Do NOT camp on playa if wet. Nearest fuel is Fields (limited hours).
Free Camping near Burns
Alvord Desert Dispersed is one of the closest free dispersed camping options to Burns, Oregon. Located on Bureau of Land Management land at 4,020 feet elevation, this spot offers a no-cost alternative to developed campgrounds in the area. No reservation is required.
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