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.
Red Flag Warning issued July 20 at 7:49PM PDT until July 22 at 11:00PM PDT by NWS Pendleton OR
...The upper level low over the region will shift to the east just enough to allow for monsoonal moisture to move into the region. Instability will accompany the moisture and allow for increased chances of thunderstorms across central Oregon and the eastern mountains. Isolated dry thunderstorms could spark new wildfires and gusty outflow winds can affect fires already on the landscape... * AFFECTED AREA...Fire Weather Zones 698 Southern Blue Mountains, 700 Central Mountains of Oregon and 705 Southern Deschutes National Forest. * TIMING...From 11 AM to 11 PM PDT Wednesday. * IMPACTS...Any fire that develops will catch and spread quickly. Outdoor burning is not recommended. * THUNDERSTORMS...Isolated to scattered dry thunderstorms after 11 AM Wednesday. * OUTFLOW WINDS...Gusts from 25-35 mph
Air Quality Alert issued July 20 at 7:40PM PDT by NWS Pendleton OR
Oregon Department of Environmental Quality has issued an Air Quality Advisory until 4 PM PDT Wednesday. 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. For additional information...please visit the Web site at http://www.oregon.gov/DEQ
Air Quality Alert issued July 20 at 6:03PM PDT by NWS Pendleton OR
Oregon Department of Environmental Quality has issued an Air Quality Advisory until 4 PM PDT Wednesday. 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. For additional information...please visit the Web site at http://www.oregon.gov/DEQ
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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