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The Spring Recreation Site, or Spring Rec for short, is a camping and fishing location off the beaten path away from the crowds. Spring Rec sits on the banks of Browlee Reservoir, a 52-mile long reservoir on the Snake River. The reservoir is known for its large channel catfish, abundant crappie, and good bass fishing. The RV and tent camping sites, boat launch, boarding dock, and fish cleaning station all create a comfortable camping and fishing experience. Spring Rec is ideal for the angler, those who love the outdoors, or for those just looking for a scenic getaway.
Know Before You Go:
All vehicles must display a stub from the fee envelope in their windshield.
Drinking water is available.
There are no RV hookups.
Dumpsters are provided.
Portable toilets are available throughout the site.
Brownlee Reservoir is generally full in the spring, but a drawdown begins in summer and may result in closure of the boat ramp at lower levels. Call the Baker BLM office at 541-523-1256 for current ramp conditions.
From Interstate 84 east or west, go to the small town of Huntington, Oregon. On the east end of town, there is a street sign directing you to the “Spring Rec Site.” Following this sign, after leaving town, you will be on the Snake River Road. Follow this narrow, paved road approximately three miles to the Spring Recreation Site.
Must display stub from fee envelope in your windshield
$5 per vehicle per night
Great spot on the Snake river for a layover. Pit toilets were clean and stocked w paper. Boat ramp looks like it can handle a low reservoir.
A wonderful, rugged and quiet place to lay your head for the night.
And only $5 for the night 🌙!
$5 dollar camping, restrooms, running water. Right on the Snake River. This part of the river is a bit too warm and stagnant for me to feel comfortable swimming in, especially with the signs warning of how to identify a toxic algae bloom. Plus a man I spoke to told me there is a sewage plant nearby that dumps into the river :(. Other than that there are about 12-15 sites, 3 right on the water, 3 above, and about 6-8 sites where you can pull your car up directly to your site.
