Simax Group Camp
The campground is currently closed for the season. It opens May 22, 2026 and operates through late September. Reservations available through Recreation.gov. Potable water is activated in May and shut off by September 30.
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
Simax Group Campground occupies a prime position on the northeast shore of Crescent Lake, a naturally glaciated alpine lake known for its exceptional blue-green water and sandy beaches. The campground sits within a forest of towering lodgepole pine, mountain hemlock, fir, and spruce trees typical of the central Oregon Cascades. The campground was designed from the ground up for full accessibility, featuring paved roads and spurs, designated tent pads at each site, and an accessible trail system. Four group sites (A, B, C, and D) each accommodate up to 40 people, while a large pavilion handles groups up to 50. Site A is better suited to tent camping, with 8 designated tent pads and limited RV parking. Recreation centers on Crescent Lake, where visitors enjoy water skiing, sailing, windsurfing, and swimming. Anglers target kokanee salmon, mackinaw, rainbow and brown trout, and mountain whitefish. The Fawn Lake Trail departs nearby, offering a 4.7-mile hike through mixed conifer forest to views of Redtop and Lakeview Mountains. A resort on Crescent Lake provides lodging, a general store, and equipment rentals.
Directions
From Crescent, OR: Travel 12.2 miles west on County Road 61/Crescent Cut-off Road, then 3.5 miles north on Highway 58, then 2.2 miles west on Forest Road 60, then 1 mile south on Forest Road 6005.
Amenities
| Water | Yes |
| Fires Allowed | Yes |
| Toilets | Yes |
| Dump Station | — |
| Wifi | No |
| Pets Allowed | — |
| Showers | No |
| Electric Hookups | — |
| Water Hookups | — |
| Sewer Hookups | — |
| Camp Store | No |
| Price | $64 - $164 |
Vehicle
| Max RV Length | 40ft |
| Max Trailer Length | 40ft |
| Big Rig Friendly | No |
| Pull Through Sites | No |
Contact
| Phone | +1 (541) 433-3200 |
Cell Service
| AT&T | None |
| Verizon | Yes |
| T-Mobile | None |
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