Prairie Campground
Photo · USFSThe place
This primitive campground offers campers the chance to enjoy the beauty of the Deschutes National Forest For more information about the Newberry National Volcanic Monument, please visit: https://www.fs.usda.gov/recarea/deschutes/recarea/?recid=66159 Recreation Boating, swimming and fishing are popular activities enjoyed by visitors during spring, summer and fall months, while skiing and snowmobiling are popular during the winter. Anglers have the opportunity to fish in the surrounding clear, cold lakes and streams for abundant salmon and trout. Keep reading
Hikers and backpackers have access to a variety of trails in the area, including several in Newberry National Volcanic Monument. The Crater Rim Trail is a favorite high country trail, boasting vast stretches of forest, deserts, and mountains extending from all sides of the trail. Nearby Peter Skene Ogden National Recreation Trail parallels Paulina Creek, passing several waterfalls along the way, as it ascends 8.5 miles to the spectacular Paulina Lake. Facilities Prairie Campground can accommodate RV, trailer or tent-campers however electric and water hookups are not available. All sites are equipped with a picnic table and fire pit and the campground has vault toilets available. Natural Features With Paulina Creek nearby this facility is surrounded by ample foliage with numerous trees shading the campground. Its close proximity to both Paulina Lake and East Lake also allow campers access to nearby boating and fishing. Contact Info For facility specific information, please call (541) 323-1746. Nearby Attractions Visitors enjoy traveling the Cascade Lakes Scenic Byway, known as Oregon's Highway in the Sky, which climbs into the clouds on a 66-mile drive through the Cascade Range, weaving past snow-capped peaks and alpine lakes. Lava Lands Visitor Center in nearby Bend, Oregon, is a great starting point for visitors to learn about the diverse landscape and history of the area through interpretive programs and exhibits. Lava River Cave, located in the Newberry National Volcanic Monument is also nearby for campers to explore. 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 · 17
| Loop | Site | Type | Max rig | Electric | ADA |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Loop 1 | 01 | standard nonelectric | 30 ft | — | |
| Loop 1 | 02 | standard nonelectric | 40 ft | — | |
| Loop 1 | 03 | standard nonelectric | 40 ft | — | |
| Loop 1 | 04 | standard nonelectric | 40 ft | — | |
| Loop 1 | 05 | standard nonelectric | 40 ft | — | |
| Loop 1 | 06 | standard nonelectric | 40 ft | — | |
| Loop 1 | 07 | standard nonelectric | 40 ft | — | |
| Loop 1 | 08 | standard nonelectric | 40 ft | — | |
| Loop 1 | 09 | standard nonelectric | 40 ft | — | |
| Loop 1 | 10 | standard nonelectric | 40 ft | — | |
| Loop 1 | 11 | standard nonelectric | 40 ft | — | |
| Loop 1 | 12 | standard nonelectric | 40 ft | — | |
| Loop 1 | 13 | standard nonelectric | 40 ft | — | |
| Loop 1 | 14 | standard nonelectric | 40 ft | — | |
| Loop 1 | 15 | standard nonelectric | 40 ft | — | |
| Loop 1 | 16 | standard nonelectric | 40 ft | — | |
| Loop 1 | 17 | standard nonelectric | 40 ft | — |
Booking
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.
Book on recreation.govWho runs it
Operated by Vista Recreation, a private concessionaire, under permit from the agency.
Your representative
This campground sits in OR-02. This member’s public-lands record →