Diamond Lake Campground

Oregon's Best Camping

Diamond Lake, Umpqua National Forest, Oregon
Diamond Lake, Umpqua National Forest, Oregon

Diamond Lake Campground

Umpqua National Forest


Diamond Lake Campground

Diamond Lake Campground is spread for a mile along the east shore of Diamond Lake in the Umpqua National Forest, 83 miles east of Roseburg. Every year the popular lake draws visitors to its shores.

Many set out on the water for fishing or just pleasure cruising (10 MPH speed limit). Cyclists and hikers take advantage of the 11-mile, paved trail around the lake. Crater Lake National Park is only 15 miles to the south.

Diamond Lake Campground is one of Oregon's premier camping spots. The campground features 238 campsites. Fifty-one of the sites have premium, lakeside locations. More secluded campsites are found a little farther inland among the trees. Campsites on G, H, an M Loops can be reserved. Those on K and L Loops are first-come, first served.

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Diamond Lake Campground Basics
Diamond Lake Campground Location: 80 miles east of Roseburg on Highway 138, then Forest Rd. 4795 (Diamond Lake Loop) for 2&fac12; miles.
Elevation: 5,190 feet
Nearby Gateway Cities: Roseburg - 84 miles
Klamath Falls - 86 miles via Hwy. 97 and 138
Bend - 98 miles via Hwy 97
Medford - 91 miles via Hwy 62 and 230
Number of Sites: 238
Open - Closed: Memorial Day weekend through mid-September, depending on the weather
Max. People per single site: 8
Vehicles per single site: 1 (fee for additional vehicles)
Pets: On leash, always attended
Operated by Umpqua National Forest
Diamond Lake Ranger District: (541) 498-2531

Diamond Lake Campground Reservations
Reservations Available Reservations are taken for June 13 through August 31 for loops A-G plus M. During the reservation season there are 145 campsites available for reservations and 95 campsites available as first come, first served.
Reservations can be made from 4 days up to 6 months prior to arrival date.
Maximum vehicle length: RVs - 35 feet, trailers - 30 feet
Wheelchair accessible sites: #C001 - C008, accessible showers and restrooms
Fees: Standard campsite - $16 per night
Double sites - $21
Lakeshore site - $22
Lakeshore double site - $27
Reservations: Diamond Lake Campground Reservations
($8 reservation fee)
Campground Map: Diamond Lake Campground Map
Check-in, check-out: check-in - 2:00 PM; check-out - 1:00 PM

Diamond Lake Campground Amenities
Campsites: Picnic table, campfire ring, no hook-ups
Campground: Flush toilets, grey water sumps, piped water, amphitheater
Showers: Yes
Dump station: Yes
Attractions near Diamond Lake Campground:
  • Diamond Lake offers excellent boating and fishing.
  • Find 2 launch ramps in the campground.
  • Head over to Diamond Lake Resort for boat rentals.
  • Set out hiking on John Dellenback Trail and Silent Creek Trail.
  • Stop by the Diamond Lake Visitor Center.
  • Attend summer interpretive programs at the amphitheater.
  • Pedal or walk along the paved bike and hike trails around the lake.




Diamond Lake Campground, Oregon

Diamond Lake Campground

General Camping Information

Opening and closing dates of campgrounds are only estimates, usually dependent on weather conditions. Not all campsites can accommodate trailers or RVs of all lengths. Check carefully on the website when you make your reservation to be sure your vehicle will fit your campsite.

In order to prevent the spread of invasive insects, firewood from outside the area is not permitted.

Accessible Sites

Designated Accessible sites are reserved for people with disabilities who have a vehicle displaying an accessible parking placard or license plate


Diamond Lake map, Umpqua National Forest, Oregon

Diamond Lake Campground, Oregon

Diamond Lake Campground

Diamond Lake Area
Attractions and Activities

  • Drive 15 miles to Crater Lake National Park.
  • Rent a boat at Diamond Lake Resort, everything from fishing boats to paddle boats and bumper boats.
  • Find 5 public boat ramps and 3 fish cleaning stations around Diamond Lake. The North End Boat Ramp has a concrete jetty for shoreline fishing. The jetty is designed for persons with disabilities.
  • Diamond Lake Corrals offers trail rides from one hour to all day.
  • Spend the day at South Shore Picnic Area next to Broken Arrow Campground. Find picnic sites, fireplaces, running water, and flush toilets at the picnic area. Sites are adapted for persons with disabilities. Enjoy a playground, volleyball court, horseshoe pits, & a swimming beach.
  • Schedule an outing with the Oregon Mountain Guides for guided mountain biking and hiking excursions.
  • Drive west on Highway 138 to beautiful Toketee Falls.
  • Hike or cycle on the famous North Umpqua Trail.
  • Hike on the Mt. Thielsen Trail to a nice viewpoint for the peak at mile 1.6.
  • Cool off at the Poole Creek Swimming Site. Also fish for Kokanee, brook and rainbow trout.

Key Diamond Lake Campground Regulations

  1. Campfires may only be in developed fire pits.
  2. Quiet Hours run from 10:00 PM to 6:00 AM.
  3. Dogs must be kept on leash and attended at all times.

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