Bull Bend Campground
Open for the 2026 season from May 8 through October 18. Reservations available through Recreation.gov until September 26; the campground switches to first-come-first-served only starting September 27. No potable water available; campers must bring their own supply.
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. Some examples of these include hay bales, hay…
About
Bull Bend Campground occupies a unique peninsula almost entirely encircled by the Deschutes River in central Oregon's Deschutes National Forest. Located downstream from Wickiup Dam, the campground is a favorite destination for anglers seeking trout in the productive waters of the upper Deschutes. Fishing is best done from the banks or via drift boat, as motorized boating is prohibited in this stretch. The campground offers 12 standard non-electric sites large enough for RVs or trailers up to 40 feet. Each site includes a picnic table and fire ring. Vault toilets are provided, but there is no potable water, so campers must bring their own supply. The gravel access road is manageable but warrants slower speeds for larger rigs. Nearby attractions include the Cascade Lakes Scenic Byway and Newberry National Volcanic Monument with its Lava Lands Visitor Center and Lava River Cave. The campground provides easy access to wilderness areas, high lakes, and hundreds of miles of hiking trails in the surrounding forest.
Directions
From Bend, OR: Travel 26.8 miles south on Highway 97 to Wickiup Junction, then 10.5 miles west on County Road 43. Turn left on Forest Road 100 at the Bull Bend sign. Follow Road 100 south approximately one mile and turn left at the sign directing to Bull Bend. Travel east about 1.5 miles until the road dead ends, make a left, then in about a quarter mile turn right into the campground.
Location
Amenities
| Water | No |
| Fires Allowed | Yes |
| Toilets | Yes |
| Dump Station | — |
| Wifi | No |
| Pets Allowed | Yes |
| Showers | No |
| Electric Hookups | — |
| Water Hookups | — |
| Sewer Hookups | — |
| Camp Store | No |
| Price | $23 |
Vehicle
| Max RV Length | 40ft |
| Max Trailer Length | 40ft |
| Big Rig Friendly | No |
| Pull Through Sites | No |
Contact
| Phone | +1 (541) 383-5300 |
Cell Service
| AT&T | Yes |
| Verizon | Yes |
| T-Mobile | None |
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