Blue Bay
Closed — Closed for the winter season. Opens May 9, 2025 and operates through September 28, 2025. Water systems are turned on in May depending on weather conditions.
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.
Aquatic Invasive Species
This Order prohibits 1) possessing, storing, or transporting any aquatic invasive animal species AND 2) prohibits possessing, storing, or transporting any aquatic or riparian invasive plant species - on National Forest System lands in the Pacific Northwest Region as specified in the Order.
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.
West Bend Area Trail Closures
We are restoring the forest adjacent to the City of Bend to improve forest health, create a diversity of plant and wildlife habitat and to protect our communities and quality of life.
Wilderness Permit, Camping & Fire Restrictions Order
Effective May 1, 2024, Order #06-01-24-01This order provides prohibitions on specified activities with in Wilderness areas, including group size, equipment limitations, camping locations and campfires.
Blue-Green Algae Information
The Deschutes National Forest encourages people recreating on the national forest to be aware of potential blue-green algae blooms on lakes and reservoirs as the weather warms. Not all algae in lakes and reservoirs is blue-green algae.
Recreating in the Cedar Creek Fire Burned Area
Please use caution when recreating in areas that were impacted by the 2022 Cedar Creek Fire. A burned landscape presents a number of safety hazards that either did not exist prior to the fire or have been exacerbated by the effects of the fire.
Camping & Campfire Forest Order
Effective April 6, 2021, Order #06-01-21-01This order describes designated areas where camping and/or campfires are prohibited.
Cave Resource Protection Forest Order
Effective April 1, 2021 Order #06-01-21-02)Describes the prohibitions for entering or exploring caves or areas near caves on the Deschutes National Forest.
About
Blue Bay Campground is situated in a diverse forest of pine and fir on the south shore of Suttle Lake in Deschutes National Forest. The campground offers 25 campsites with convenient access to the lake and a shallow boat ramp suitable for small to medium craft. Suttle Lake's deep, clear waters were formed in a terminal moraine deposited by glacial ice about 25,000 years ago and sustain excellent populations of naturally reproducing kokanee, brown trout, whitefish, and crayfish. The campground provides vault toilets and drinking water from hand pumps during the operating season. Most campsites have easy waterfront access, and both motorized and non-motorized boats are allowed on the lake. The 3.2-mile Suttle Lake Loop Trail meanders through the developed recreation areas around the lake, following the wooded shoreline with opportunities for fishing and picnicking along the way. Sites can accommodate RVs up to 50 feet with no hookups available. Suttle Lake is surrounded by mixed conifer forest with Lake Creek flowing eastward to the Metolius River. The area offers proximity to high alpine lakes, wilderness areas, and approximately 1,600 miles of trails within Deschutes National Forest. Winter activities include cross-country skiing and snowshoeing, though the campground closes seasonally.
Directions
From Sisters, travel 13.2 miles northwest on Highway 20, then 1 mile west on Forest Road 2070. The campground entrance is on the right.
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Amenities
| Water | Yes |
| Fires Allowed | Yes |
| Toilets | Yes |
| Dump Station | No |
| Wifi | No |
| Pets Allowed | Yes |
| Showers | No |
| Electric Hookups | No |
| Water Hookups | No |
| Sewer Hookups | No |
| Camp Store | No |
| Price | $60 |
Vehicle
| Max RV Length | 50ft |
| Max Trailer Length | 50ft |
| Big Rig Friendly | Yes |
| Pull Through Sites | No |
Contact
| Phone | +1 (541) 549-7700 |
Cell Service
| AT&T | None |
| Verizon | Yes |
| T-Mobile | Yes |
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