Cultus Lake Campground
Currently closed for the season. Tentative opening is May 22, 2026. The campground operates through October 10, 2026, with reservations available through September 26. After September 27, sites become first-come, first-served only. Water systems are typically turned off by September 30.
Air Quality Alert issued August 5 at 2:33PM PDT by NWS Pendleton OR
Oregon Department of Environmental Quality has issued an Air Quality Advisory until further notice. For the Smoke Air Quality Advisory, wildfires burning in the region combined with forecasted conditions will cause air quality to reach unhealthy levels. Pollutants in smoke can cause burning eyes, runny nose, aggravate heart and lung diseases, and aggravate other serious health problems. Limit outdoor activities and keep children indoors if it is smoky. Please follow medical advice if you have a heart or lung condition. An Air Quality Advisory for elevated levels of ozone pollution, or smog, is in effect for Hermiston in Umatilla County. Ozone pollution is expected to reach levels that could be unhealthy for sensitive groups, including children, pregnant people, older adults and people with heart or respiratory conditions. DEQ expected the Air Quality Advisory to last until 10 p.m. on Thursday, Aug. 6, 2026. For additional information...please visit the Web site at http://www.oregon.gov/DEQ
Air Quality Alert issued August 3 at 12:05PM PDT by NWS Pendleton OR
Oregon Department of Environmental Quality has issued an Air Quality Advisory until further notice. For the Smoke Air Quality Advisory, wildfires burning in the region combined with forecasted conditions may cause air quality to reach unhealthy levels. Pollutants in smoke can cause burning eyes, runny nose, aggravate heart and lung diseases, and aggravate other serious health problems. Limit outdoor activities and keep children indoors if it is smoky. Please follow medical advice if you have a heart or lung condition. For additional information...please visit the Web site at http://www.oregon.gov/DEQ
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.
About
Cultus Lake Campground is located along the Cascade Lakes National Scenic Byway in Deschutes National Forest, offering direct shoreline access to Cultus Lake. The lake is notable for being one of the few high-elevation Cascade lakes that allows high-speed motorized watercraft, making it popular for waterskiing, jet skiing, windsurfing, and sailing. Swimming and fishing are also available directly from the campground. The campground contains 55 standard nonelectric sites spread across two loops, all equipped with picnic tables and fire rings. Vault toilets are distributed throughout, and potable water is available via hand pumps when the water system is operational. Sites are well-shaded by the surrounding forest canopy, and many offer waterfront access. A walk-in boat launch is located within the campground, with a more developed launch available at the nearby day-use area. Trails departing from the campground area provide access to the Three Sisters Wilderness for hiking and exploration of Central Oregon's volcanic landscape. The campground operates seasonally and transitions to first-come, first-served status in late September before closing in October.
Directions
From Bend, OR: Travel 46 miles southwest on Cascade Lakes Highway (Route 46), then west on Forest Road 4635 for 2 miles.
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Amenities
| Water | Yes |
| Fires Allowed | Yes |
| Toilets | Yes |
| Dump Station | — |
| Wifi | No |
| Pets Allowed | Yes |
| Showers | No |
| Electric Hookups | — |
| Water Hookups | — |
| Sewer Hookups | — |
| Camp Store | — |
| Price | $21 |
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 | None |
| Verizon | Yes |
| T-Mobile | None |
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