East Lake Campground
Closed for the season. The campground typically opens in mid-June when snow clears and reopens for reservations through late September. Starting October 1, remaining sites become first-come first-served until seasonal closure in mid-October. Water systems are turned on in May and shut off by September 30.
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
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
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
East Lake Campground occupies a prime location on the shore of East Lake, which fills part of the nearly five-mile-wide caldera of Newberry Volcano. The 1,044-acre lake reaches depths of 180 feet and supports excellent fishing for rainbow trout, brown trout, and Kokanee salmon. Thermal vents and hot springs along the northeast edge create a highly productive ecosystem. The campground offers 29 standard nonelectric sites, most with direct lake access or within a few minutes' walk of the shore. Each site is equipped with a picnic table and campfire ring with grill. Flush toilets and drinking water from hand pumps are available. A boat launch is located within the campground, with a 10 mph speed limit on the lake. Nearby attractions include the Big Obsidian Flow Trail, a 1-mile interpretive hike onto the youngest lava flow in Oregon at just 1,300 years old. The Crater Rim Trail provides access to extensive high-country hiking through forests and volcanic landscapes. Adjacent Paulina Lake and Paulina Falls are also within easy reach.
Directions
From Bend, travel 23.5 miles south on Highway 97, then 16.6 miles east on Paulina Lake Road (County Road 21). From La Pine, travel 6.8 miles north on Highway 97, then 16.6 miles east on County Road 21.
Amenities
| Water | Yes |
| Fires Allowed | Yes |
| Toilets | Yes |
| Dump Station | — |
| Wifi | No |
| Pets Allowed | — |
| Showers | No |
| Electric Hookups | — |
| Water Hookups | — |
| Sewer Hookups | — |
| Camp Store | — |
| Price | $27 |
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 | None |
| T-Mobile | None |
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