Openings · last 7 days
2
Booking reality
Campsite Sniper detected 2 site openings here in the last 7 days
01 · Detected Opening History · the openings record · file CS-233770
When Sheep Springs Horse Camp reopens
Sheep Springs Horse Camp's openings record: every site-date Campsite Sniper detected turning available, logged and time-stamped. Refreshed hourly.
Openings · last 30 days
4
Openings · last 90 days
11
Only 11 openings in the last 90 days: not enough recent activity for a reliable pattern. A free Campsite Sniper alert watches around the clock instead, and pings you the moment one opens.
02 · Availability Outlook · Sep 18 – Oct 17, 2026 · of 11 monitored sites
Of the 330 tracked site-nights (Sep 18 – Oct 17, 2026): 38 open for online reservation · 39 reserved · 253 on sites not offered for online reservation (first-come, first-served or administrative).
Where the open windows are
88.5% of tracked site-nights are not currently open for online reservation. 38 of 330 remain open; here is where they are.
Load status
Sep 18 – Oct 17, 2026Not open online88.5%
Open site-nights38 / 330
Reserved (of online inventory)39 / 77
Weekday openings24
Weekend openings14
Of the open site-nights on mapped sites, 24 fall on weekdays and 14 on weekends (Fri–Sun).
Open dates by month
Sep 2026 – Oct 2026October shows no online availability. 0 of 187 tracked site-nights are open there — 187 on sites not offered online.
Holiday windows
Sites open per night · of 11 sites| Window | Night | Sites open | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| Labor Day | SAT Sep 5 | 0 | None open |
| SUN Sep 6 | 0 | None open | |
| MON Sep 7 | 0 | None open |
Labor Day: no online availability on any tracked night.
Best-availability sites
Most open site-nights · tracked window| Site | Open site-nights |
|---|---|
| 003 | 6 |
| 005 | 6 |
| 009 | 6 |
| 010 | 6 |
| 001 | 3 |
The 5 sites with the most open site-nights in the current snapshot. Pair a bookable date with a free alert to cover everything else.
Next windows
As of Sep 18, 2026 snapshotNext open dateMon · Sep 21
Next open weekendFri · Sep 25
October0 of 187 · not offered online
The next bookable night is Sep 21; the first open weekend starts Sep 25. Campsite Sniper can watch later dates for you.
Stays and site detail
38 open site-nights across 10 sites at Sheep Springs Horse Camp, from the same hourly snapshot as everything above.
Multi-night stays. 8 2-night, 8 3-night openings where a single site is free for every night, per Campsite Sniper's current snapshot — soonest Sep 21 at site 003.
RV length. Longest recorded site here is 50 ft. 11 sites take 25 ft, 4 sites take 35 ft, 3 sites take 40 ft.
All 10 sites with current availability
| Site | Max RV | Hookups | Open site-nights | Longest run | Dates |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 003 | 30 ft | None | 6 | 6 nights | Sep 21, Sep 22, Sep 23, Sep 24, Sep 25, Sep 26 |
| 005 | 45 ft | None | 6 | 6 nights | Sep 21, Sep 22, Sep 23, Sep 24, Sep 25, Sep 26 |
| 009 | 26 ft | None | 6 | 6 nights | Sep 21, Sep 22, Sep 23, Sep 24, Sep 25, Sep 26 |
| 010 | 44 ft | None | 6 | 6 nights | Sep 21, Sep 22, Sep 23, Sep 24, Sep 25, Sep 26 |
| 001 | 30 ft | None | 3 | 3 nights | Sep 21, Sep 22, Sep 23 |
| 006 | 30 ft | None | 3 | 3 nights | Sep 24, Sep 25, Sep 26 |
| 007 | 30 ft | None | 3 | 3 nights | Sep 24, Sep 25, Sep 26 |
| 008 | 30 ft | None | 3 | 3 nights | Sep 24, Sep 25, Sep 26 |
| 004 | 35 ft | None | 1 | 1 night | Sep 21 |
| 011 | 28 ft | None | 1 | 1 night | Sep 21 |
About Sheep Springs Horse Camp
Overview
Sheep Springs Horse Campground sits in the spectacular Metolius River Basin area in Deschutes National Forest.
In close proximity to snow-capped peaks, high elevation lakes, scenic rivers and several wilderness areas, this campground offers a variety of scenery and recreational opportunities for visitors.
Recreation
A favorite among horse enthusiasts, the campground provides visitors access to a variety of trails. Lakes, lava flows and thick forests provide the backdrop for horseback riding and hiking.
The Metolius-Windigo Trail, which offers a trailhead at the campground, is a long-distance trail open to horseback riders, hikers and bicyclists. More than 100 miles long, this trail begins near the Metolius River headwaters and runs south to Windigo Pass near Crescent Lake. Because of its lower elevation, this trail remains snow-free for longer than other nearby trails.
Facilities
The campground offers 11 large equestrian sites, each equipped with a 4-place box stall. Picnic tables, campfire rings and grills and ample room for parking vehicles and trailers are also available at each site.
Drinking water and a vault toilet are also provided.
Natural Features
Located at an elevation of approximately 3,200 feet, campsites are interspersed among a towering canopy of old-growth Ponderosa pine and a variety of spruce and fir.
The Metolius River flows nearby, making its headwaters at Metolius Springs at the base of nearby Black Butte, 6,436-foot extinct stratovolcano. The clear, cold river flows north from the springs through diverse coniferous forest and a landscape of volcanic activity.
The surrounding undeveloped wilderness, clean streams and diverse forests support an abundance of wildlife, including mule deer, coyote, and cougar. Migratory birds and native fish also call the area home.
Nearby Attractions
Visitors can explore wilderness areas, rivers, lakes, reservoirs, and approximately 1,600 miles of trails that comprise nearly 2.5 million acres the Deschutes National Forest and the adjacent Ochoco National Forest.
Lava Lands Visitor Center in nearby Bend, Oregon, is a great starting point for visitors to learn about the diverse landscape and history of the area through interpretive programs and exhibits.
Visitors can explore the Lava River Cave, also located in the Newberry National Volcanic Monument. At 5,211 feet in length, the northwest section of the cave is the longest continuous lava tube in Oregon.
The nearby town of Camp Sherman has basic supplies and restaurants available.
11 monitored sitesRVs up to 50 ftNo hookups11 shadedPets OKFire pitsMax party 6
Getting there
From Sisters, Oregon, take Highway 20 west for about 12 miles. Turn north onto Jack Lake Road/FS Road 12 and continue for nearly 6 miles. Turn left onto FS Road 1260, then right onto FS Road 200. Sheep Springs will be on the right hand side.
P.O. Box 249, Sisters, OR 97759541-323-1746
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03 · Field Photos · roll CS-233770 · facility
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Roll CS-233770 · Sheep Springs Horse Camp · Sisters OR6 frames · facility
FAQ
How do I get a reservation at Sheep Springs Horse Camp?
Reservations for Sheep Springs Horse Camp are made through Recreation.gov. 88.5% of tracked site-nights are not currently open for online reservation; 38 of 330 remain open. Campsite Sniper has also detected 11 site openings here in the last 90 days, so further dates may appear. Pick a site on the map to see its calendar, or set a free Campsite Sniper alert. You complete the reservation yourself on Recreation.gov.
Does Campsite Sniper book this campground for me?
No. Campsite Sniper sends alerts and direct Recreation.gov links. It never books, pays for, holds, hoards, or resells reservations.
How current is this availability data?
Campsite Sniper re-checks public Recreation.gov availability for this facility every hour and republishes whenever anything changes. This facility's data last changed at Sep 18, 2026 16:19 UTC; an older timestamp means nothing has changed since that time, not that checking stopped. Always confirm final availability on Recreation.gov when you book.
How often do new openings appear at Sheep Springs Horse Camp?
Campsite Sniper detected 2 site-date openings at Sheep Springs Horse Camp in the last 7 days, 4 over 30 days and 11 over the last 90.
Can I get a multi-night stay at Sheep Springs Horse Camp?
8 three-night openings are showing, counting only runs where the SAME site is free for all three nights. The soonest starts Sep 21 at site 003. Confirm and book on Recreation.gov.
Which sites at Sheep Springs Horse Camp fit a 35-foot RV?
4 of the 11 sites that support RV analysis have a recorded maximum of 35 ft or more; the longest recorded is 50 ft.
Which month has the most availability at Sheep Springs Horse Camp?
September 2026, with 38 open site-nights in the current snapshot of 143.
When is the next open date at Sheep Springs Horse Camp?
As of the Sep 18, 2026 snapshot: the next open date is Mon, Sep 21 and the next open weekend starts Fri, Sep 25. Detected openings can add earlier dates at any time; a free Campsite Sniper alert catches those the moment they appear.
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