U.S. Forest Service · Deschutes National Forest · OR

Indian Ford Campground

Indian Ford CampgroundPhoto · USFS
Not publishedStatus
ReservableAccess
13Sites
50 ftMax rig

The place

Indian Ford Campground is named for its location on Indian Ford Creek and is conveniently located between the town of Sisters and the Metolius River and Suttle Lake areas. Recreation This campground offers many opportunities for hiking and biking with the many trails nearby. The ponderosa pine forest provides shade as well as the chance to go bird or nature watching. Facilities Indian Ford Campground can accommodate RV, trailer or tent-campers however water and electric hookups are not available. This is a no water facility so campers will need to bring their own supply. Keep reading

All sites are equipped with a picnic table and campfire ring with grill and the campground has vault toilets available. Natural Features Nestled in the Deschutes Forest with a pleasant, small spring running through the center of this facility, Indian Ford Campground is a great shady family spot with short hikes all around. Nearby Attractions The close proximity to the town of Sisters offers many additional recreation opportunities including the nearby Sisters Wilderness Trails. Lava Lands Visitor Center in nearby Bend, Oregon, and the unique geological landscape of Newberry National Volcanic Monument draw visitors to the region as well. It is a great starting point for visitors to learn about the diverse landscape and history of the area through interpretive programs and exhibits. Visitors can also explore the Lava River Cave, located in the Newberry National Volcanic Monument. At 5,211 feet in length, the northwest section of the cave is the longest continuous lava tube in Oregon. Charges & Cancellations Once your reservation start date has begun, neither the Recreation.gov Contact Center nor the campground manager will be able to modify your reservation

The sites · 13

LoopSiteTypeMax rigElectricADA
Loop 101standard nonelectric30 ft
Loop 102standard nonelectric50 ft
Loop 103standard nonelectric24 ft
Loop 104standard nonelectric24 ft
Loop 105standard nonelectric40 ft
Loop 106standard nonelectric26 ft
Loop 107standard nonelectric30 ft
Loop 108standard nonelectric26 ft
Loop 109standard nonelectric30 ft
Loop 110standard nonelectric26 ft
Loop 111standard nonelectric40 ft
Loop 112standard nonelectric40 ft
Loop 113standard nonelectric40 ft

Booking

183 daysBooking window before arrival

Recreation.gov default: most campsites can be booked six months prior to arrival date. Most campgrounds go on sale at 7am PT / 8am MT / 10am ET, but not always; check the facility Seasons and Fees tab. Some locations also offer shorter supplemental booking windows.

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Who runs it

Operated by Vista Recreation, a private concessionaire, under permit from the agency.

SRC · Operator link · 2026-08-24

Your representative

This campground sits in OR-05. This member’s public-lands record →

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