Slide Horse Camp

Malheur National Forest, Oregon

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As of October 2026, Slide Horse Camp is a campground in Oregon with 3 campsites. Slide Horse Camp is booked through Recreation.gov.

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Slide Horse Camp is located at 44.3453° N, 118.6551° W.

Slide Horse Camp reservations and next available dates

October 2026

November 2026

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Campsites at Slide Horse Camp

Amenities

restrooms

At a glance: Setting: Mountain.

Things to do: hiking, photography, stargazing, horse riding.

About Slide Horse Camp

Overview

Just up the road from the campground is the Slide Connector Trail #386, this trail is a great starting point for horse riders heading into the wilderness. The campground sets amongst ponderosa pines and is one mile from Strawberry Campground and the Strawberry Basin Trailhead.

Recreation

This campground offers convenient access to the Slide Connector Trail, a popular route for horseback riders heading into the wilderness. Strawberry Campground and Strawberry Basin Trail are nearby, giving hikers and sightseers easy entry into the scenic Strawberry Mountains.

Facilities

Each campsite has a picnic table, fire ring, horse corral, and parking for camp trailers and horse trailers. Accessible vault toilets are conveniently located in the middle of the campground.

Contact Info

For local information, please call (541) 820-3800 or call (541) 575-3000 for general information.

Nearby Attractions

Strawberry Mountain Wilderness

Slide Creek Campground

Strawberry Campground

Strawberry Basin Trail

Onion Creek Trail

Slide Basin Trail

Rules and notices at Slide Horse Camp

Recreation.gov does not date these notices. We last read them on September 30, 2026. Check Slide Horse Camp on Recreation.gov

Notices from Recreation.gov

Malheur National Forest Fire Public Use Restrictions

Malheur National Forest Alerts

14 Day Stay Limit

No cell phone coverage

Certified weed free hay is required for all livestock

No trash service; Pack it in/Pack it out

Don't Move Firewood: Please protect Pacific Northwest forests by preventing the spread of invasive species. Firewood can carry insects and diseases that can threaten the health of our western forests. You can make a difference by obtaining and burning your firewood near your camping destination. Visit Dontmovefirewood.org for further information.

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Slide Horse Camp FAQ

How hard is it to get a campsite at Slide Horse Camp?

Slide Horse Camp is rated "Moderate to Book" based on historical demand. With 3 sites available, you have good chances of finding availability, especially on weekdays.

How do I find last-minute availability at Slide Horse Camp?

Cancellations happen frequently at Slide Horse Camp, especially 1-2 weeks before check-in dates. PermitSnag monitors availability 24/7 and sends instant alerts when sites open up due to cancellations. This is often the best way to snag popular campsites.

How many campsites does Slide Horse Camp have?

Slide Horse Camp has 3 campsites.

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