Iron Point campground
Iron Point
Reservations for Iron Point camping area are not accepted, and campsites are available on a first-come, first-served basis. Therefore, it is recommended to arrive early to secure a spot, especially during busy periods. The best time to visit this camping area is during the summer months when the weather is pleasant and ideal for outdoor activities. However, it is worth mentioning that the campground can be crowded during this peak season.
When camping at Iron Point, campers should be cautious of wildlife encounters, particularly bears. It is essential to store food securely and follow proper bear safety guidelines to prevent any unwanted encounters. Additionally, visitors should be prepared for changing weather conditions and pack appropriate clothing and gear. As with any camping trip, it is crucial to practice Leave No Trace principles and respect the natural environment to ensure the preservation of this beautiful camping area.
What's on-site at Iron Point
Key facilities Snoflo tracks for this campground. Confirm with the operator before booking -- amenities can change seasonally.
Plan your trip down to the hour
Same weather feed Snoflo's iOS app uses -- updated continuously from NOAA / yr.no.
Next 5 days, hour by hour
Temperature line with weather symbols on top, snow + rain accumulation as columns, humidity as a dotted line.
5-day forecast table
Every 3 hours, broken out across temperature, snow, rain, humidity, and wind. Each cell is colour-coded relative to the column min/max so trends jump out at a glance.
| Time | Condition | Temp (°F) | Snow (in) | Rain (in) | Humidity (%) | Wind (mps) | Wind dir |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
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15-day temperature & precipitation
Daily temperatures, snow, and rain projected over the next two weeks. Hover any point for the full breakdown.
Other campgrounds in the area
Snoflo-tracked campsites within driving distance of Iron Point, with reservations status.
| Campground | Reservations | Toilets | View |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sloping Beach | ✗ | ✗ | → |
| Lower Whistling Bird | ✗ | ✗ | → |
| Upper Whistling Bird | ✗ | ✗ | → |
| Cliff Side | ✗ | ✗ | → |
| Montgomery | ✗ | ✗ | → |
Nearby streamflow
USGS streamgauges within reach of Iron Point -- pulled live from the National Water Information System.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| Owyhee River Nr Rome Or | 101 cfs | → |
| Malheur R Be Warmsprings Res Nr Riverside Or | 0 cfs | → |
| Owyhee River Below Owyhee Dam Or | 158 cfs | → |
| Boise River Nr Parma Id | 1,720 cfs | → |
| Dixie Drain Nr Wilder Id | 217 cfs | → |
| Sand Run Gulch Nr Parma Id | 131 cfs | → |
Nearby snow depths
NRCS SNOTEL stations within reach of Iron Point -- relevant when planning a shoulder-season or alpine trip.
| SNOTEL station | Snowpack | 24h Snowfall | View |
|---|---|---|---|
| Reynolds Creek | 0.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Nohrsc Reynolds Creek | 0.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| South Mtn. | 0.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| South Mtn. | 0.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Homedale 4.0 Wnw | 0.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
Plan a longer trip
The closest parks, lakes, boat launches, and paddle runs so a camping night can grow into a full weekend.
Boat launches
- Upper Cow Lake
- Rome Access
- Rome Launch-Site
- Leslie Gulch Boat Launch
- Leslie Gulch Road Malheur County
Camping essentials & Leave No Trace
- Pack it in, pack it out
- Take all trash, food scraps, and gear back with you to keep campsites clean and protect wildlife.
- Respect wildlife
- Observe animals from a distance, store food securely, and never feed wildlife to maintain natural behavior and safety.
- Know before you go
- Check weather, fire restrictions, trail conditions, and permit requirements to ensure a safe and well-planned trip.
- Minimize campfire impact
- Use established fire rings, keep fires small, fully extinguish them, or opt for a camp stove when fires are restricted.
- Leave what you find
- Preserve natural and cultural features by avoiding removal of plants, rocks, artifacts, or other elements of the environment.
Set push alerts in the Snoflo app
Save Iron Point as a favorite, set a custom threshold (precipitation, snowpack, freezing temperatures), and the iOS app will push the moment conditions cross.
About Iron Point
Can I make reservations at Iron Point?
This campground does not appear to accept reservations -- it's typically first-come, first-served. Arrive early on summer weekends.
How fresh is the weather data on this page?
The hourly forecast updates throughout the day from the NOAA / yr.no public feeds. Streamflow data is pulled live from USGS streamgauges and snowpack from the NRCS SNOTEL network.
What's the best time of year to visit?
Use the 15-day temperature & precipitation outlook on this page to plan -- pick a window with comfortable temperatures and low precipitation. For longer trips, the 5-day hourly meteogram shows snow + rain accumulation hour-by-hour.
How do I get to Iron Point?
Tap Directions in the hero above to open driving directions in Google Maps, or Open in map to center the Snoflo interactive map on the campground.
Can I get alerts when conditions change?
Yes -- alerts are managed through the Snoflo iOS app. Favorite this campground, set a threshold (temperature, snowpack, precipitation), and you'll get a push the moment it crosses.
Other campgrounds near here
Snoflo-tracked campgrounds within driving distance of Iron Point.