Rock Creek Campground
Closed — Closed for the season. Opens May 16, 2025 and closes at noon on October 19, 2025. The water system operates from May through September 30 depending on weather conditions. Reservations available through Recreation.gov.
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…
Fireworks and Explosives are always Prohibited
Fireworks and explosives (including explosive targets) are always prohibited on national forest lands. The prohibition of fireworks and exploding targets on national forest system lands is part of a set of permanent fire safety regulations in the Code of Federal Regulations (CFR), listed below.…
Cabin Butte Area Closure
The Cabin Butte Vegetation Management Project area will be closed to public access/entry to ensure public safety and support critical forest restoration efforts. The closure will restrict all access, including day use and overnight camping, while crews operate heavy machinery, conduct prescribed…
Newberry #2 Snowmobile Trail Closure
Starting December 1, a portion of the Newberry #2 Snowmobile Trail will be closed between junction #317 and #321 south of the Newberry National Volcanic Monument approximately 14 miles east of La Pine. The temporary closure will remain in place through April 15, 2026.The Deschutes National Forest…
West Bend Area Trail Closures
We are restoring the forest adjacent to the City of Bend to improve forest health, create a diversity of plant and wildlife habitat and to protect our communities and quality of life.Historically in Central Oregon small wildfires or insect infestations occurred creating a forested of different aged…
Cabin Butte Area Closure
Effective May 1, 2025, Order #06-01-01-25-03The Cabin Butte Vegetation Management Project area will be closed to public access/entry to ensure public safety and support critical forest restoration efforts. The closure will restrict all access, including day use and overnight camping, while crews…
Deschutes 14-Day Camping Order
Camping or otherwise occupying a single location for a period longer than 14 consecutive calendar days within Deschutes National Forest is prohibited. The order also describes the prohibition of camping, occupying, or otherwise leaving camping equipment and/or related supplies at any location, on…
Wilderness Permit, Camping & Fire Restrictions Order
Effective May 1, 2024, Order #06-01-24-01This order provides prohibitions on specified activities with in Wilderness areas, including group size, equipment limitations, camping locations and campfires.
Blue-Green Algae Information
The Deschutes National Forest encourages people recreating on the national forest to be aware of potential blue-green algae blooms on lakes and reservoirs as the weather warms. Not all algae in lakes and reservoirs is blue-green algae. Learn to tell the difference here.Cyanobacteria, commonly…
Recreating in the Cedar Creek Fire Burned Area
Please use caution when recreating in areas that were impacted by the 2022 Cedar Creek Fire. A burned landscape presents a number of safety hazards that either did not exist prior to the fire or have been exacerbated by the effects of the fire. In some cases, these hazardous conditions may persist…
Camping & Campfire Forest Order
Effective April 6, 2021, Order #06-01-21-01This order describes designated areas where camping and/or campfires are prohibited.
Cave Resource Protection Forest Order
Effective April 1, 2021 Order #06-01-21-02)Describes the prohibitions for entering or exploring caves or areas near caves on the Deschutes National Forest.
Winter Storm Warning issued April 14 at 10:08AM PDT until April 16 at 5:00AM PDT by NWS Pendleton OR
* WHAT...Heavy snow expected. Total snow accumulations of 6 to 12 inches above 4000 feet with locally higher amounts along the Cascade crest. Winds gusting as high as 45 mph. * WHERE...East Slopes of the Oregon Cascades. * WHEN...From 5 PM this afternoon to 5 AM PDT Thursday. * IMPACTS...Significant snowfall with periods of heavy snowfall rates will combine with low visibility to create very difficult driving conditions. Gusty winds could bring down tree branches. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Lighter snowfall is forecast below 4000 feet along US 97, US 26, and US 20. Steady snowfall late this afternoon into Wednesday morning will turn over to snow showers Wednesday afternoon.
About
Rock Creek Campground is located on the western shore of Crane Prairie Reservoir along the Cascade Lakes Highway in the Deschutes National Forest. This campground offers excellent fishing and boating access with a boat ramp and fish cleaning stations within the campground. The Oregon Department of Fish and Wildlife manages populations of rainbow trout, mountain whitefish, brook trout, and largemouth bass in the reservoir. The campground features large, isolated sites that can accommodate RVs, trailers, and tents up to 40 feet in length. While the sites offer plenty of space and privacy, hookups for water and electricity are not available. Potable water is available from hand pumps when the water system is operational, and vault toilets serve the campground. Crane Prairie Reservoir is an exceptional spot for viewing wildlife. Sandhill cranes, bald eagles, and osprey frequent the area, while the adjacent forest provides habitat for black-backed woodpecker, Williamson's sapsucker, and mountain chickadee. On summer mornings or evenings, visitors may glimpse Rocky Mountain elk grazing the lakeside meadows. Deer, squirrel, beaver, and occasional black bears also inhabit the surrounding forest. Nearby Osprey Point offers a unique interpretive area where visitors can observe osprey nesting platforms, and the Cascade Lakes Scenic Byway provides 66 miles of scenic driving through the Cascade Range.
Directions
From Bend, travel about 50 miles southwest on Cascade Lakes Highway (Highway 46). The campground is on the left-hand side of the highway.
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Amenities
| Water | Yes |
| Fires Allowed | Yes |
| Toilets | Yes |
| Dump Station | No |
| Wifi | No |
| Pets Allowed | Yes |
| Showers | No |
| Electric Hookups | No |
| Water Hookups | No |
| Sewer Hookups | No |
| Camp Store | No |
| Price | $25 |
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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