Trapper Creek Campground

Trapper Creek Campground is on the northwestern shore of Odell Lake in the Deschutes National Forest.

Views of Diamond Peak across the lake can be enjoyed from the campground. Many visitors to Trapper Creek take advantage of the great fishing in Odell Lake. Anglers seek out kokanee salmon, mackinaw trout, and brown trout. A boat launch ramp is in the campground. The campground is near Shelter Cove Resort & Marina, which offers boat rentals and a restaurant.

Trapper Creek Campground has 29 secluded campsites for RVs, trailers, and tents. Three of the campsites are multiples (or doubles) which can accommodate 12 people and 2 vehicles. Many of the campsites can be reserved while some are kept available as first-come, first-served sites. The campsites have plenty of shade from a mature forest for pine and fir. A small stream passes the campground and feeds into Odell lake.

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Trapper Creek Campground Basics
Trapper Creek Campground Location:	Trapper Creek Campground is 1.7 miles south of Highway 58 on Forest Road 5810.
Elevation:	4,800 feet
Nearby Gateway Cities:	Eugene - 72 miles Bend - 72 miles Crescent - 24 miles
Number of Sites:	29
Open - Closed:	Open late June through late September
Max. People per site:	Standard campsite - 6
Vehicles per site:	Standard campsite - 2 ($8 fee for 2nd vehicle)
Pets:	On leash, always attended
Operated by	Hoodoo Recreation for Deschutes National Forest
Crescent Ranger District:	(541) 433-3200

Trapper Creek Campground Reservations
Trapper Creek Campground Reservations	Reservations are available for some of the campsites up to 6 months in advance. Some campsites are available first-come, first-served.
Maximum vehicle length:	40 feet
Wheelchair accessible sites:	None designated, but there are accessible trails in the campground.
Fees:	Single campsite - $23 per night Premium campsite - $25 $2 more on holidays and holiday weekends
Campground Reservations:	Trapper Creek Campground Reservations
Campground Map:	Trapper Creek Campground Map
Check-in, check-out:	check-in - 2:00 PM check-out - 12:00 PM

Trapper Creek Campground Amenities
Campsites:	Picnic table, campfire ring, no hook-ups
Campground:	Vault toilets, potable water
Showers:	No
Dump station:	No
Attractions near Trapper Creek Campground:	A boat launch ramp is next to the campground. Head out on the water for all kinds of boating and water skiing (be wary of stiff afternoon winds). Enjoy swimming in the lake (no lifeguards). Hike along the nearby Pacific Crest Trail. Drop in to Odell Lake Lodge & Resort at the south end of the lake. Shop Amazon for Trout Fishing Best Sellers

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Trapper Creek Campground

Odell Lake Area
Attractions and Activities

Plan your visit for the annual Mackinaw Derby, usually held in early June.
Rent a boat from Odell Lake Lodge and Resort.
Odell Lake is a popular spot for all kinds of boating and water sports, including water skiing and jets skis. Be wary of afternoon winds that can become dangerous to boaters.
Find boat ramps at campgrounds and at Shelter Cove Resort & Marina. They also have boat rentals.
Fish Odell Lake for rainbow trout, kokanee salmon, mackinaw trout, and brown trout.
Use the Willamette Pass Trailhead for the Pacific Crest Trail. Hike north to Lower Rosary Lake or south toward Diamond Peak.
Take the 2.5-mile loop Diamond Creek Falls Trail providing views of Lower Diamond Creek Falls and Salt Creek Canyon. Be more adventurous and continue on to the upper falls.
Make a day trip south to Crescent Lake.

Key Trapper Creek Campground Regulations

Campfires may only be in campground provided fire pits.
Dogs must be kept on leash and attended at all times.
Use of chainsaws is not permitted in the campground.
Quiet Hours extend from 10:00 PM to 6:00 AM.

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