South - Hosmer Lake (Or)

Summary

South Campground in Oregon offers outdoor enthusiasts the opportunity to enjoy flyfishing, paddling and hiking near Hosmer Lake. Facilities include vault toilets, picnic tables, fire pits with grills and a boat ramp. Natural features include breathtaking views of the surrounding mountains, wildlife viewing and a variety of fish. Visitors can also explore the Cascade Lakes Scenic Byway for a day of sightseeing.

Overview

Located WITHIN OREGON on Hosmer Lake, South Campground provides visitors with access to flyfishing, paddling and hiking.

Recreation

Facilities

This facility has vault toilets and each site is equipped with a picnic table and fire pit with grill. Please note campers will need to bring their own water supply. There is also a boat ramp that provides access to Hosmer Lake. Boat launch parking is for day use only and requires a recreation fee separate from camping fees.

Natural Features

At the north end of Hosmer Lake, water drains into a porous rim of lava. Hosmer is a “fly fishing only” lake well known for its breath taking views of Mt. Bachelor, South Sisters, Broken Top as well as wildlife viewing and the big Atlantic salmon, brook trout and rainbows that are quite visible in this shallow clear lake. The best way to experience this lake is by canoe or kayak as shore access is limited due to marshy vegetation.

Nearby Attractions

Visitors enjoy traveling the Cascade Lakes Scenic Byway which 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.