Lower Buck Creek Campground
USFS · Campground · Free
Fast facts
- Cost
- Free
- Managed by
- USFS
- Type
- Campground
- Reservations
- fs.usda.gov
- Nearest dump station
- Aspen Point Dump Station · 68.2 mi
- Coordinates
- 43.0689, -121.2463
- Last verified
- September 18, 2026
About this place
Lower Buck Creek is located approximately 30 minutes southwest of Silver Lake, Oregon. For back-country solitude, look no further than Lower Buck Creek. This small, secluded campground is located in a small valley adjacent to Buck Creek, nestled next to a riparian meadow. This campground has five camping sites, picnic tables, fire rings, and one vault toilet. The meadow, and access to the creek is accessed through a small gate next to the vault toilet. Lower Buck Creek is ideal for wildlife viewing (deer and elk), photography, and relaxing. You can also fish for trout in the creek and stroll along the perennial stream that flows from Yamsay Mountain. There is no; potable water. Visitors need to pack plenty of water, and pack in and out any refuse.
From the USFS.
Is Lower Buck Creek Campground free?
Yes. Lower Buck Creek Campground is free to use. It is managed by the USFS.
How do I get to Lower Buck Creek Campground?
Lower Buck Creek Campground is located 30 minutes southwest of Silver Lake, Oregon. From the Silver Lake Ranger Station, take Highway 31 northbound for about 1 mile then turn on left County Road 4-10; (also known as Bear Flat Road). Continue of County Road 4-10/Bear Flat Road for 11.5 miles. Turn left on Forest Road 2804 and travel 2.4 miles. From Forest Road 2804, turn left onto Forest Road 2804-013 and travel 1.75 miles. Lower Buck Creek Campground will be at the end of the road.
What are the rules at Lower Buck Creek Campground?
Make sure to park your vehicles 200 feet from the creek’s edge. Check at the district office for fire restrictions.
Nearby
SourceData from the USFS. Last synced September 18, 2026. Community reports and photos are submitted by travelers and are not verified by the agency.
