Diamond Lake
Currently closed for the season due to hazard tree work. Tentative opening date is May 22, 2026. All sites are reservation-only through Recreation.gov. No cash or checks accepted; card or digital payment required.
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…
Fireworks and Explosives are always Prohibited
Fireworks and explosives (including explosive targets) are always prohibited on national forest lands. The prohibition of fireworks and exploding targets on national forest system lands is part of a set of permanent fire safety regulations in the Code of Federal Regulations (CFR), listed below.…
Steamboat Road Closures and Delays
To inform a design for a future project on National Forest System Road 38, Steamboat Road, a geotechnical investigation will begin May 19 with work continuing through May 28. This involves a truck mounted drill rig setting up along the road to extract soil and rock samples below the roadway.Delays…
National Forest Service Road 1758-161 and Hardesty Way Trail Construction
Road and trail work is occurring on National Forest Service Road 1758-161 and Hardesty Way Trail on the Cottage Grove Ranger District. Work is expected to continue until the end of May 2026.
Forest-operated Developed Recreation are No Longer Accepting Cash or Check
All Forest-operated developed recreation sites will no longer accept cash or check. Scan & Pay will be available at campgrounds, trailheads, showers, RV dump stations, boat ramps, and picnic day use areas across the Forest. How will this impact how you recreate in summer 2026? With limited…
Umpqua Hot Springs Rules and Regulations
The area of the Umpqua Hot Springs is designated day-use only. Prohibited actions in or around the Umpqua Hot Springs include:Being in the area after sundown or before sunriseCampingParking or leaving a vehicle in violation of posted instructions
14-Day Stay Limit Across Umpqua National Forest
Camping within a five-mile radius for longer than 14 days and staying longer than 28 calendar days in a given year is prohibited.
About
Diamond Lake Campground sits at 5,183 feet elevation on the east shore of Diamond Lake in Oregon's Umpqua National Forest. The campground offers 238 sites total, including 51 premium lakeshore sites and 187 inshore sites nestled among towering conifers. Mount Bailey and Mount Thielsen provide a dramatic volcanic backdrop. All sites feature picnic tables, fire rings with grills, and access to flush toilets and potable water. The lake is a major recreational draw, stocked annually with 300,000 rainbow trout fingerlings. Visitors can fish from shore or boat, swim in the cold mountain waters, or paddle by canoe and kayak. The 11-mile paved Dellenback Trail circles the lake for hiking and biking. Nearby Crater Lake National Park and the Pacific Crest Trail offer additional exploration opportunities. A nearby resort provides boat, bicycle, and horse rentals along with lodging, restaurants, a grocery store, laundry facilities, and fuel. The campground operates on a reservation-only basis through Recreation.gov during summer season, with a 14-day maximum stay.
Directions
From Roseburg, OR, drive 80 miles east on Highway 138. Turn right onto Forest Road 4795 (Diamond Lake Loop) at the north entrance to Diamond Lake Recreation Area. Proceed 2.5 miles to the campground entrance on the right. From Klamath Falls or Bend, follow US-97 to OR-138, then drive west approximately 22.5 miles to Forest Road 4795. From Medford, follow OR-62 and OR-230 to OR-138, turn left and drive north approximately 4 miles to Forest Road 4795.
Amenities
| Water | Yes |
| Fires Allowed | Yes |
| Toilets | Yes |
| Dump Station | No |
| Wifi | — |
| Pets Allowed | Yes |
| Showers | No |
| Electric Hookups | — |
| Water Hookups | — |
| Sewer Hookups | — |
| Camp Store | No |
| Price | $16 |
Vehicle
| Max RV Length | 75ft |
| Max Trailer Length | 75ft |
| Big Rig Friendly | No |
| Pull Through Sites | No |
Contact
| Phone | +1 (541) 496-3532 |
Cell Service
| AT&T | Yes |
| Verizon | Yes |
| T-Mobile | Yes |
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