South Twin Lake Campground
Open for the 2026 season from April 10 through October 18. The campground is currently experiencing a temporary water outage; campers must bring all water needed for their visit. Water systems are typically 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
South Twin Lake Campground provides a tranquil lakeside camping experience in Deschutes National Forest. The 21-site campground sits adjacent to South Twin Lake, a scenic 99-acre lake with an average depth of 33 feet and maximum depth of 58 feet. The lake was formed roughly 20,000 years ago when rising magma encountered groundwater, creating violent steam explosions that formed a broad shallow crater that later filled with water. The area is screened by dense forest, which keeps the lake relatively windless and calm, making it ideal for fishing and paddling. Motorized boats are prohibited, preserving the peaceful atmosphere. A boat launch is located adjacent to the campground for non-motorized watercraft. Each campsite includes a picnic table and fire ring. The campground is situated near the much larger Wickiup Reservoir and offers easy access to other recreation opportunities in the area. From Bend, the drive takes about 45 minutes via Highway 97 south to Wickiup Junction, then west on County Road 43 and Forest Roads 42 and 4260.
Directions
From Bend, OR: Travel 26.8 miles south on Highway 97 to Wickiup Junction, then 11.0 miles west on County Road 43, then continue 4.6 miles west on Forest Road 42, and finally 2.0 miles south on Forest Road 4260.
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 | $29 - $31 |
Vehicle
| Max RV Length | 40ft |
| Max Trailer Length | 40ft |
| Big Rig Friendly | No |
| Pull Through Sites | — |
Contact
| Phone | +1 (541) 383-5300 |
Cell Service
| AT&T | Yes |
| Verizon | Yes |
| T-Mobile | None |
Community Posts
No posts yet. Be the first to share your experience!