Deschutes River Campground is in Cove Palisades State Park, north of Bend. The campground is near the park headquarters on a peninsula between the Crooked River and Deschutes River arms of Lake Billy Chinook. The lake is popular for boating, water-skiing, swimming, and fishing. Anglers most often fish for kokanee salmon, largemouth bass, and rainbow and brown trout. Boat rentals are available at a nearby marina. Paddlers enjoy the calm waters from fall to spring. Several hiking trails are nearby, including the the Tam-a-lau Trail.
Deschutes River Campground offers 180 campsites for RVs, trailers and tents. The reservation website includes Deschutes River Campground along with Crooked River Campground. For Deschutes River Campground, look for Loops A, B, and C. Campsites in Loops A and C have full hook-ups, while those in Loop B are tent sites with water nearby. Tent sites allow one self-contained camping unit (camper, RV, trailer, etc.) up to a maximum of 20 feet long. All campsites include a picnic table, fire pit, and tent pad. The lake is within walking distance.
Three group campsites for up to 25 people each are near the Deschutes River Campground. Group sites allow 1 RV (30' or shorter) and offer electric hook-ups. A maximum of 6 vehicles are permitted at the group site. Showers are not available at the group sites.
| Deschutes River Campground Basics | |
|---|---|
| Deschutes River Campground Location: | Between the Crooked River and Deschutes River arms of the lake - northwest of Culver to SW Peck Rd onto SW Jordan Road |
| Elevation: | about 2,000 feet |
| Nearby Gateway Cities: | Madras - 15 miles
Bend - 44 miles Hood River - 115 miles |
| Number of Sites: | 91 campsites |
| Open - Closed: | Open May through mid-September |
| Max. People per single site: | 6 |
| Vehicles per site: | One driven vehicle and one towed vehicle included with camping fee. Extra fee for 2nd vehicle |
| Pets: | Pets are allowed at campsites - on leash, always attended. |
| Operated by | Oregon State Parks |
| Contact: | Information: (800) 551-6949
Park: (541) 546-3412 |
| Deschutes River Campground Reservations | |
|---|---|
| Reservations Available | Reservations are available 6 months in advance of arrival date. New sites become available online daily at 6:00 AM. |
| Maximum vehicle length: | up to 45 feet at some sites |
| Wheelchair accessible sites: | #A44, B38, showers, and restrooms are accessible. |
| Fees: | Full hook-up sites - $35 per night1
Tent sites - $23 (plus $8 reservation fee) 1Non-Oregon-residents pay 25% more for RV sites and group sites with hookups. Rates may vary across dates. |
| Campground Reservations: | Cove Palisades State Park Campground Reservations
Or call (800) 452-5687 |
| Check-in, check-out: | Check-in: 4:00 PM Check-out: 1:00 PM |
| Deschutes River Campground Amenities | |
|---|---|
| Campsites: | Picnic table, campfire ring, tent pad, Loops A and C sites have hook-ups |
| Campground: | Restrooms with flush toilets, piped water |
| Showers: | Yes |
| Dump station: | Yes at Crooked River Campground |
| Attractions at or near Cove Palisades State Park: |
Trout Fishing Best Sellers |
Deschutes River Campground
Opening and closing dates for some campgrounds are only estimates, usually dependent on weather conditions. Not all campsites can accommodate trailers or RVs of all lengths.
Designated Accessible sites are usually reserved for people with disabilities who have a vehicle displaying an accessible parking placard or license plate.
Deschutes River Campground
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