Pringle Falls Campground
Open for the 2026 season. The campground operates April 10 through October 18, 2026. Currently first-come, first-served with no advance reservations. Potable water is not available. A 14-day consecutive stay limit applies across Deschutes National Forest.
Alcohol Prohibitions
This Order describes acts that are prohibited upon lands, roads and trails within the National Forest System administered by the Forest Service Pacific Northwest Region in regards to alcoholic beverages.
Restrictions on Use of Forage and Mulch Products
This Order prohibits unloading, storing, or using any straw, hay, grain, seed, or other forage or mulch products that are not state-certified weed free on the National Forest System lands, roads or trails in any Closure Area as specific in the Order. Some examples of these include hay bales, hay…
Fireworks and Explosives are always Prohibited
Fireworks and explosives (including explosive targets) are always prohibited on national forest lands. The prohibition of fireworks and exploding targets on national forest system lands is part of a set of permanent fire safety regulations in the Code of Federal Regulations (CFR), listed below.…
About
Pringle Falls Campground is a quiet, primitive campground situated along the Wild and Scenic Deschutes River in central Oregon's Deschutes National Forest. Located just north of the Pringle Falls Experimental Forest, the campground provides direct river access beneath a canopy of mixed conifers. The area sees light use, making it a peaceful retreat for those seeking solitude. This stretch of the Deschutes River offers opportunities for fishing and paddling. Boat fishing or drift fishing is the most effective method, as the water is Class II flatwater for roughly 6 miles downstream before reaching dangerous falls. Motorized boats are prohibited on the river. The campground has 7 standard nonelectric sites, each with a fire ring and picnic table. Vault toilets are available, but there is no potable water, so campers must bring their own supply. Nearby attractions include the Cascade Lakes Scenic Byway, Newberry National Volcanic Monument, and Lava River Cave.
Directions
From Bend, OR: Travel about 27 miles south on Highway 97, then 7 miles west on County Road 43. The campground entrance is signed on the north side of the road.
Amenities
| Water | No |
| Fires Allowed | Yes |
| Toilets | Yes |
| Dump Station | No |
| Wifi | No |
| Pets Allowed | — |
| Showers | No |
| Electric Hookups | — |
| Water Hookups | — |
| Sewer Hookups | — |
| Camp Store | No |
| Price | $21 |
Vehicle
| Max RV Length | 30ft |
| Max Trailer Length | 30ft |
| Big Rig Friendly | No |
| Pull Through Sites | No |
Contact
| Phone | +1 (541) 323-1746 |
Cell Service
| AT&T | Yes |
| Verizon | Yes |
| T-Mobile | None |
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