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Santiam Horse Camp, OR
Description
This is an Oregon Department of Forestry operated campground.
In 2006 the Oregon Department of Forestry partnered with the Silver Falls Chapter of Oregon Equestrian Trails and other local volunteers to design and construct this campground and the trail system surrounding it. Volunteers donated nearly 2000 hours of service to assist ODF in creating this recreation opportunity. Since then, the Santiam Horse Camp and Day-use Area has served many recreationalists from near and far. In 2020, the Labor Day Fires severely impacted the campground and its surrounding forestland. After a yearlong closure, the camp reported in the early summer of 2022. Today, the camp is located in a partially burned forest setting and is the starting point for a system of non-motorized trails for horseback riders, bikers and hikers. Trail users travel through miles of diverse forest with clear streams and unique geological formations.--
- 9 reservable equestrian campsites, four of which are horse optional.
- 2 reservable non-equestrian campsites
- 5 reservable walk-in tent sites
- Potable water - hand pump well
- 2 vault toilets
- Manure bins
- Trash service
- All campsites contain a picnic table and fire grate
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Overview
Description
This is an Oregon Department of Forestry operated campground.
In 2006 the Oregon Department of Forestry partnered with the Silver Falls Chapter of Oregon Equestrian Trails and other local volunteers to design and construct this campground and the trail system surrounding it. Volunteers donated nearly 2000 hours of service to assist ODF in creating this recreation opportunity. Since then, the Santiam Horse Camp and Day-use Area has served many recreationalists from near and far. In 2020, the Labor Day Fires severely impacted the campground and its surrounding forestland. After a yearlong closure, the camp reported in the early summer of 2022. Today, the camp is located in a partially burned forest setting and is the starting point for a system of non-motorized trails for horseback riders, bikers and hikers. Trail users travel through miles of diverse forest with clear streams and unique geological formations.
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Recreation:
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Facilities:
- 9 reservable equestrian campsites, four of which are horse optional.
- 2 reservable non-equestrian campsites
- 5 reservable walk-in tent sites
- Potable water - hand pump well
- 2 vault toilets
- Manure bins
- Trash service
- All campsites contain a picnic table and fire grate
Nearby Attractions:
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Services and Amenities
Services & Amenities:
Within Park
- Camp Host
- Day Use Area
- Drinking Water
- Equestrian Trail
- Hiking
- Information
- Parking
- Picnic Shelters
- Restrooms
Getting There
GPS Info. (Latitude, Longitude):
44.72998, -122.4025
44°43'48"N, 122°24'9"W
From Salem take Highway 22 eastbound 30 miles until you reach the town of Gates. Turn right (south) onto Horeb Road and drive about 300 feet. Turn left from Horeb Road onto Sorbin Street. Drive .3 miles through Gates crossing the river until you reach Gates School Road. Turn right (west) on Gates School Road and drive 1.1 miles until you reach Henness Lane. Turn left (east) at Henness Lane. Pavement ends and becomes gravel road. This is the Monument Peak Road and day-use parking area for access to the Monument Peak Trail System. Drive 1.1 miles up Monument Peak Road until you reach Xmas Tree Road. Turn right (west) on Xmas Tree Road. Drive .3 miles to Santiam Horse Camp
44.72998, -122.4025
44°43'48"N, 122°24'9"W
From Salem take Highway 22 eastbound 30 miles until you reach the town of Gates. Turn right (south) onto Horeb Road and drive about 300 feet. Turn left from Horeb Road onto Sorbin Street. Drive .3 miles through Gates crossing the river until you reach Gates School Road. Turn right (west) on Gates School Road and drive 1.1 miles until you reach Henness Lane. Turn left (east) at Henness Lane. Pavement ends and becomes gravel road. This is the Monument Peak Road and day-use parking area for access to the Monument Peak Trail System. Drive 1.1 miles up Monument Peak Road until you reach Xmas Tree Road. Turn right (west) on Xmas Tree Road. Drive .3 miles to Santiam Horse Camp
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