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PRINGLE FALLS

Pringle Falls Campground

Open

Open for the 2026 season. The campground operates April 10 through October 18, 2026. Currently first-come, first-served with no advance reservations. Potable water is not available. A 14-day consecutive stay limit applies across Deschutes National Forest.

Red Flag Warning issued July 20 at 7:49PM PDT until July 22 at 11:00PM PDT by NWS Pendleton OR

7:49 PM — July 21st, 3:00 PM

...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

7:40 PM — July 23rd, 9:00 AM

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

6:03 PM — July 22nd, 9:00 AM

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

Pringle Falls Campground is a quiet, primitive campground situated along the Wild and Scenic Deschutes River in central Oregon's Deschutes National Forest. Located just north of the Pringle Falls Experimental Forest, the campground provides direct river access beneath a canopy of mixed conifers. The area sees light use, making it a peaceful retreat for those seeking solitude. This stretch of the Deschutes River offers opportunities for fishing and paddling. Boat fishing or drift fishing is the most effective method, as the water is Class II flatwater for roughly 6 miles downstream before reaching dangerous falls. Motorized boats are prohibited on the river. The campground has 7 standard nonelectric sites, each with a fire ring and picnic table. Vault toilets are available, but there is no potable water, so campers must bring their own supply. Nearby attractions include the Cascade Lakes Scenic Byway, Newberry National Volcanic Monument, and Lava River Cave.

Directions

From Bend, OR: Travel about 27 miles south on Highway 97, then 7 miles west on County Road 43. The campground entrance is signed on the north side of the road.

Amenities

Water No
Fires Allowed Yes
Toilets Yes
Dump Station No
Wifi No
Pets Allowed
Showers No
Electric Hookups
Water Hookups
Sewer Hookups
Camp Store No
Price $21

Vehicle

Max RV Length 30ft
Max Trailer Length 30ft
Big Rig Friendly No
Pull Through Sites No

Contact

Phone +1 (541) 323-1746

Cell Service

AT&T Yes
Verizon Yes
T-Mobile None

Availability

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