Fall River Campground
Open May 8 through October 18, 2026. Reservations available through September 16; sites become first-come, first-served starting September 17. No potable water available; campers must bring their own supply.
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
Fall River Campground is a small, intimate campground located along Fall River within the Deschutes National Forest, approximately 17 miles south of Bend and 12 miles southwest on County Road 42. The river's headwaters bubble from the ground roughly a quarter mile upstream, creating a pristine, spring-fed waterway that meanders through mixed conifer forest before joining the Deschutes River. The campground has 10 standard nonelectric sites suitable for tents, trailers, and RVs. Sites vary in size with driveway lengths from 30 to 45 feet and maximum vehicle lengths from 30 to 40 feet. All sites feature a picnic table and campfire ring with grill, and pull-through sites are available. Vault toilets are provided, but there is no potable water; campers must bring their own supply. Recreation centers on the Fall River Trail, which departs directly from the campground and follows the river with frequent overlooks. Fishing is limited to fly fishing only, with legal-sized brook and rainbow trout stocked several times per year. No generator use is permitted between 10:00 PM and 7:00 AM.
Directions
From Bend, OR: Travel 17.3 miles south on Highway 97, then 12.2 miles southwest on County Road 42.
Amenities
| Water | No |
| Fires Allowed | Yes |
| Toilets | Yes |
| Dump Station | — |
| Wifi | No |
| Pets Allowed | Yes |
| Showers | No |
| Electric Hookups | — |
| Water Hookups | — |
| Sewer Hookups | — |
| Camp Store | No |
| Price | $21 |
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 | Yes |
| T-Mobile | None |
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