Point - Deschutes

Summary

Point Campground is located next to Elk Lake and offers visitors the opportunity to explore diverse forests, wetlands, and enjoy activities such as motorized and non-motorized boating, swimming, fishing, and more. With vault toilets and picnic tables, it also features a boat ramp to access the lake. Visitors can explore the nearby Newberry National Volcanic Monument and Cascade Lakes Scenic Byway.

Overview

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. 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.