Deschutes River State Recreation Area
Open year-round. Campfire ban in effect May 11 through October 15, 2026; propane devices with shut-off valves are permitted. April through October all sites are reservable and may book out in advance. December 1 through March 31, only A Loop is open on a first-come, first-served basis with water and showers shut off.
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
About
Deschutes River State Recreation Area occupies a scenic stretch of canyon where the lower Deschutes River empties into the Columbia. The campground spreads across four distinct loops to accommodate different camping styles. A Loop features 34 paved electrical sites with seasonal access to flush toilets and hot showers. B Loop offers 14 primitive sites, while T Loop provides 11 tent-only sites with a 24-foot vehicle maximum. G Loop contains 4 group primitive areas, each accommodating up to 25 people across 5 sites. Every campsite includes a fire ring and picnic table, with potable water available at shared spigots throughout the campground. During winter months (mid-October through mid-March), only A Loop remains operational, and water systems are shut off except for a single frost-free spigot near the ranger station. The park has vault toilets available year-round in all loops. The location offers excellent access to the lower Deschutes River for fishing and whitewater rafting. The Deschutes River Trail provides hiking and biking opportunities along the canyon, though e-bikes are restricted to the first two miles. A boater pass is required year-round for anyone using watercraft on the river.
Directions
From I-84, take exit 97 at Celilo and follow signs east on Highway 206 for 3 miles to the park entrance.
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Amenities
| Water | Yes |
| Fires Allowed | No |
| Toilets | Yes |
| Dump Station | No |
| Wifi | — |
| Pets Allowed | Yes |
| Showers | Yes |
| Electric Hookups | Yes |
| Water Hookups | No |
| Sewer Hookups | No |
| Camp Store | — |
| Price | $15 - $119 |
Vehicle
| Max RV Length | 62ft |
| Max Trailer Length | — |
| Big Rig Friendly | No |
| Pull Through Sites | No |
Contact
| Phone | +1 (541) 739-2322 |
Cell Service
| AT&T | Yes |
| Verizon | Yes |
| T-Mobile | Yes |
Availability
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