Virgin Bar campground
Virgin Bar
The campground has several amenities, including picnic tables, fire pits, and vault toilets. It is a first-come, first-served campground, so it is recommended that visitors arrive early to secure a spot. There are a total of 12 campsites available, each of which can accommodate up to 8 people.
One quirky fact about the area is that the Virgin Bar Campground was actually used as a filming location for the popular movie "Sometimes a Great Notion" in the 1970s.
The best time of year to visit Virgin Bar Camping Area is during the summer months, between June and August. During this time, the average temperature is around 80 degrees Fahrenheit during the day and drops to around 50 degrees Fahrenheit at night. Visitors should be prepared for hot, dry weather during the day and cooler temperatures in the evening. Overall, the Virgin Bar Camping Area is a great spot for camping, hiking, and enjoying the natural beauty of the area.
What's on-site at Virgin Bar
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 Virgin Bar, with reservations status.
| Campground | Reservations | Toilets | View |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rustler's | ✗ | ✗ | → |
| Weeping Wall | ✗ | ✗ | → |
| Ryegrass | ✗ | ✗ | → |
| Little Hackberry | ✗ | ✗ | → |
| Pruitt's Castle | ✗ | ✗ | → |
Nearby streamflow
USGS streamgauges within reach of Virgin Bar -- pulled live from the National Water Information System.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| Owyhee River Nr Rome Or | 97 cfs | → |
| Malheur R Be Warmsprings Res Nr Riverside Or | 0 cfs | → |
| Owyhee River Below Owyhee Dam Or | 158 cfs | → |
| Donner Und Blitzen River Nr Frenchglen Or | 117 cfs | → |
Nearby snow depths
NRCS SNOTEL stations within reach of Virgin Bar -- relevant when planning a shoulder-season or alpine trip.
| SNOTEL station | Snowpack | 24h Snowfall | View |
|---|---|---|---|
| South Mtn. | 0.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| South Mtn. | 0.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Reynolds Creek | 0.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Nohrsc Reynolds Creek | 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
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 Virgin Bar as a favorite, set a custom threshold (precipitation, snowpack, freezing temperatures), and the iOS app will push the moment conditions cross.
About Virgin Bar
Can I make reservations at Virgin Bar?
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 Virgin Bar?
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 Virgin Bar.