Crescent Lake Guard Station
Closed — Closed for the season. Open Memorial Day through early October. Reservations available up to six months in advance through Recreation.gov or by calling 1-877-444-6777.
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.
Deschutes 14-Day Camping Order
Deschutes 14-Day Camping Order (Effective November 14, 2024, Order #06-01-25-01)Describes the prohibition of camping or otherwise occupying a single location for a period longer than 14 consecutive c
Wilderness Permit, Camping & Fire Restrictions Order
Wilderness Permit, Camping, and Fire Restrictions Order (Effective May 1, 2024, Order #06-01-24-01)Describes the special restrictions and prohibitions for Wilderness areas on the Deschutes and Willamette Natio
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
Camping and Campfire Forest Order (Effective April 6, 2021, Order #06-01-21-01)Describes where camping and campfires are prohibited on the Deschutes National Forest.This Order becomes effect
Cave Resource Protection Forest Order
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.This O
About
The Crescent Lake Guard Station, built in the early 1930s, is a one bedroom, one bath historic cabin rental on the eastern shore of Crescent Lake in the Deschutes National Forest. Crescent Lake sits in a naturally glaciated basin behind a moraine dam just east of the summit of the Cascade Mountain Range in northern Klamath County, known for its wooded shorelines, sandy beaches, and brilliant blue-green water. The approximately 670-square-foot guard station sits atop a small hill overlooking the lake in an open ponderosa pine stand. Inside, guests will find a full kitchen with refrigerator, stove, and sink, a furnished living room with a couch that folds out to a full bed, an original buffet, a desk, and a gas wood stove heater. The bedroom has a full bed, and the bathroom features a claw foot tub, toilet, and pedestal sink. Outside amenities include a picnic table, fire grill, and horseshoe pit. Hand-pumped drinking water is available on site. The guard station accommodates up to four people with a two-night minimum stay. A boat launch and Crescent Lake Resort are within walking distance, offering food, fishing supplies, and boat rentals. The Diamond Peak Wilderness trail system is accessible nearby. Guests must bring their own linens, bedding, garbage bags, specialized cooking utensils, dish soap, and toiletries. Pets are allowed outside only.
Directions
From Crescent, OR: Travel 12.2 miles west on County Road 61/Crescent Cut-off Road, then 3.5 miles north on Highway 58, then 2.2 miles west on Forest Road 60/OR-429 S. Once you have reached the Sno-Park, stay straight and follow signs to the Resort on Forest Road 6005 (1,000 ft). Still heading towards the Resort, turn right on Forest Road 6005-100 and then left on Forest Road 6005-105. The Guard Station will be on the right side of the road towards the lake.
Nearby Campgrounds
Amenities
| Water | Yes |
| Fires Allowed | Yes |
| Toilets | Yes |
| Dump Station | No |
| Wifi | No |
| Pets Allowed | Yes |
| Showers | No |
| Electric Hookups | — |
| Water Hookups | — |
| Sewer Hookups | — |
| Camp Store | No |
| Price | $120 |
Vehicle
| Max RV Length | — |
| Max Trailer Length | — |
| Big Rig Friendly | No |
| Pull Through Sites | No |
Contact
| rgentry@fs.fed.us | |
| Phone | +1 (541) 433-3200 |
Cell Service
| AT&T | None |
| Verizon | Yes |
| T-Mobile | None |
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