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.
Air Quality Alert issued July 17 at 12:08PM PDT by NWS Medford OR
Oregon Department of Environmental Quality has issued an Air Pollution Advisory...in effect until noon PDT Monday. Wildfires burning in the region combined with forecast conditions will cause air quality levels to fluctuate and could be at unhealthy levels. Smoke levels can change rapidly depending on the weather. People at risk include infants and young children, people with heart or lung disease, older adults and pregnant people. People can take the following precautions to protect their health: * Follow local burn restrictions to prevent deteriorating air quality. * Avoid strenuous outdoor activity during periods of poor air quality. * People with heart or lung problems and young children are especially vulnerable. These people should stay indoors while smoke levels are high. * Use certified High Efficiency Particulate Air (HEPA) filters in indoor heating, ventilation, cooling and air purification systems. * Avoid using wood-burning stoves and other sources of indoor smoke if possible. For additional information...please visit the web site at https://oregonsmoke.org
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.
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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