Farewell Bend State Recreation Area

Park Overview

Farewell Bend State Recreation Area features a beautiful desert experience on the banks of the Snake River's Brownlee Reservoir. Historic markers and interpretive displays provide visitors with information on Farewell Bend's significance on the Oregon Trail. The RV and tent campsites make excellent base camps as you explore the the Snake River Water Trail and other regional attractions.

Brownlee Reservoir offers fishing, water skiing and boating. For fishing information, check with the Oregon Department of Fish and Wildlife. Current water levels are posted on the Idaho Power website.

The park is open for day-use year-round. The day-use area features a wide, paved boat ramp, fish cleaning station and viewing deck. There are horseshoe pits, sand volleyball court, basketball court and picnic areas for you to enjoy. You may even see wildlife, including deer, pronghorn, geese, eagles, chukars, and quail. 

Seasonal Camping

Campground is open from the second Thurs. in April until the last Tues. of Oct., weather permitting. Limited first-come, first-served camping may be available in B-loop during the winter months. Reservations may be booked up to 6 months in advance at oregonstateparks.reserveamerica.com.

• 91 electrical sites with water; one is accessible.
• 23 tent sites with water nearby.
• Two accessible log cabins; one is pet-friendly. Reservations required.

Other amenities:

• Flush toilets and hot showers
• Firewood and ice for sale
• RV dump station
• Fish cleaning station
• Fenced off-leash pet area

Advisories: 

• Mosquito populations can be high during summer.
• The park is under drought conditions and has limited capacity to irrigate. Irrigation is dependent on reservoir levels. When visiting mid-to-late-summer the grass and trees at the park may start to go dormant to protect themselves from the heat. You might see brown grass and leafless trees as a result.