Gibson Prairie Horse Camp is a charming and secluded campground located in the beautiful state of Oregon, offering a unique experience for horseback riders and outdoor enthusiasts. Situated under the jurisdiction of the National Forest Service, this campsite provides a peaceful retreat where you can connect with nature while enjoying all the necessary amenities for a comfortable stay.
Gibson Prairie Horse Camp is known for its affordability, with an overnight fee of $8 per night and a day use fee of $5. This makes it an attractive option for budget-conscious travelers who want to enjoy the great outdoors without breaking the bank.
Gibson Prairie Horse Camp is more than just a place to stay; it's an experience that connects you with nature and offers a taste of the great outdoors. Whether you're here for horseback riding, hiking, or simply enjoying the serenity of Oregon's wilderness, this campsite provides a perfect base for your adventures.
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There are 3 campsites with nice horse stalls. The camp has a vault toilet, and the sites have fire pits. There is water nearby that comes from a spring, it can be found about 250 yards down the draw from camp. It comes up a pipe and runs into a trough before heading down the mountain in a stream. Mosquitoes weren't too bad, but the ground was a bit soggy in the draw which makes me think that they could be moderate at times, but probably not horrific like some camps. To the best of my knowledge there is basically only one loop trail that takes off from there. I'm sure you could ride other places from the loop, but it isn't necessarily in a big crossroads with a lot of immediate options, so that's a drawback. Mt. Hood is great to explore and reasonably full of diverse wildlife, especially in that area. There are deer, elk, bear, cougar, raccoons, turkeys, bobcats, coyotes, and a lot more that call that specific area home, so it could be a really rewarding place to view wildlife on a ride or hike. I believe that the fee per night is a whopping 8 dollars, and 5 for day use. There is a pay station at the information board to take care of that. This campground is run by the National Forest Service, which tend to be my favorites. They rarely have utility hookups, so there are rarely a lot of people in them which is a major plus for me. All in all I say meh to this particular camp, there are better nearby, but it would do the trick for a getaway.
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