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.
Red Flag Warning issued July 22 at 6:50AM PDT until July 22 at 11:00PM PDT by NWS Pendleton OR
...The upper level low offshore will shift to the east just enough today to allow for monsoonal moisture to move into the region. Instability will accompany the moisture and allow for increased chances of isolated to scattered thunderstorms across central Oregon and portions of the eastern mountains. Brief heavy downpours, gusty outflow winds, small hail, and frequent lightning will be possible... * AFFECTED AREA...Fire Weather Zones 698 Southern Blue Mountains, 700 Central Mountains of Oregon and 705 Southern Deschutes National Forest. * TIMING...From 11 AM this morning to 11 PM PDT this evening. * IMPACTS...Any fire that develops will catch and spread quickly. Outdoor burning is not recommended. * THUNDERSTORMS...Isolated to scattered dry thunderstorms after 11 AM today. * OUTFLOW WINDS...Gusts from 25-45 mph
Air Quality Alert issued July 22 at 12:08PM PDT by NWS Pendleton OR
Oregon Department of Environmental Quality has issued an Air Quality Advisory until 4 PM PDT this afternoon. 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 22 at 9:41AM PDT by NWS Pendleton OR
Oregon Department of Environmental Quality has issued an Air Quality Advisory until 4 PM PDT this afternoon. 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
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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