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

Point Campground - Deschutes

Mt Bachelor from Elk LakePhoto · USFS
Not publishedStatus
ReservableAccess
9Sites
40 ftMax rig

The place

Located next to Elk Lake, Point Campground provides access to fishing, boating and swimming. Recreation Elk Lake allows both motorized and non-motorized boating which provides the opportunity for swimming, fishing, windsurfing and water skiing. Facilities Point Campground can accommodate RV, trailer or tent-campers, however, electric hookups are not available. All sites are equipped with a picnic table and campfire ring with grill and the campground has vault toilets available. This campground also features a boat ramp to provide access to Elk Lake. Natural Features Elk Lake offers visitor's views of Mt. Keep reading

Bachelor and South Sister from various points around the shoreline. Wetlands, diverse forests and rocky slopes near the campground provide habitat for shorebirds, porcupine, deer, bats and the occasional black bear. Nearby Attractions Visitors can explore wilderness areas, rivers, lakes and reservoirs, and approximately hundred of miles of trail. Newberry National Volcanic Monument, approxiately 45 minutes by vehicle, 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 explore Lava River Cave, the longest continuous lava tube in Oregon. Visitors enjoy traveling the Cascade Lakes Scenic Bywaywhich climbs 66 miles through the Cascade Range, weaving past snow-capped peaks and alpine lakes. 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 · 9

LoopSiteTypeMax rigElectricADA
Loop 1001standard nonelectric24 ft
Loop 1002standard nonelectric30 ft
Loop 1003standard nonelectric30 ft
Loop 1004standard nonelectric30 ft
Loop 1005standard nonelectric30 ft
Loop 1006standard nonelectric30 ft
Loop 1007 Multistandard nonelectric36 ft
Loop 1008standard nonelectric30 ft
Loop 1009standard 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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This campground sits in OR-05. This member’s public-lands record →

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