Elk Lake Campground
Currently closed for the winter season. Tentative opening is May 29, 2026. The campground closes at noon on September 27, 2026, with the last reservable night being September 26. Water system activation depends on weather conditions in May.
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…
About
Elk Lake Campground is situated on the north end of Elk Lake, approximately 33 miles southwest of Bend along the Cascade Lakes National Scenic Byway. This older-style hillside campground features 22 standard nonelectric sites spread across two loops, each with a picnic table and fire ring with grill. Vault toilets and drinking water from a hand pump are available. The campground offers direct access to Elk Lake, where both motorized and non-motorized boating are permitted. Popular activities include swimming, fishing, windsurfing, and water skiing. A boat launch is located within the campground, though parking is extremely limited. Swimming areas are closed to animals. Hiking and horseback riding are popular on the Elk-Devils Trail, which follows a historic route from Elk Lake to the Wickiup Plains Trail near Devils Lake. The area provides magnificent views of South Sister, Mt. Bachelor, and surrounding Cascade peaks. Wetlands, diverse forests, and rocky slopes near the campground support shorebirds, porcupine, deer, bats, and occasional black bears.
Directions
From Bend, travel 33.1 miles southwest on Cascade Lakes Highway (Highway 46) to the north end of Elk Lake.
Amenities
| Water | Yes |
| Fires Allowed | Yes |
| Toilets | Yes |
| Dump Station | No |
| Wifi | No |
| Pets Allowed | Yes |
| Showers | No |
| Electric Hookups | — |
| Water Hookups | — |
| Sewer Hookups | — |
| Camp Store | No |
| Price | $25 |
Vehicle
| Max RV Length | 36ft |
| Max Trailer Length | 36ft |
| Big Rig Friendly | No |
| Pull Through Sites | No |
Contact
| Phone | +1 (541) 383-5300 |
Cell Service
| AT&T | Yes |
| Verizon | Yes |
| T-Mobile | Yes |
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