Trout Creek Campground
Open year-round, first-come first-served. No reservations accepted. No potable water is available. Fees apply May 15 through September 15: $8/night weekdays, $12/night weekends for individual sites. The Trout Creek Climbing Area is closed January 15 through August 31 for golden eagle nesting.
Red Flag Warning issued June 17 at 10:33AM PDT until June 17 at 9:00PM PDT by NWS Pendleton OR
...CRITICAL FIRE WEATHER CONDITIONS THIS AFTERNOON AND EVENING... * AFFECTED AREA...Fire Weather Zone 700 Central Mountains of Oregon. * TIMING...Until 9 PM PDT this evening. * WINDS...Northwest 10 to 15 mph with gusts up to 25 mph. * RELATIVE HUMIDITY...As low as 8 percent. * IMPACTS...Any fire that develops will catch and spread quickly. Outdoor burning is not recommended.
About
Trout Creek Campground sits on the banks of the Lower Deschutes Wild and Scenic River, managed by the BLM Prineville District. The campground offers 21 individual campsites and three group-use areas, with some pull-through options for easier RV maneuvering. A boat launch provides river access for rafters and anglers exploring this renowned fly fishing destination. The 7-mile Trout Creek Trail begins at the south end of the campground, leading upriver past spectacular columnar basalt formations. The adjacent Trout Creek Climbing Area offers rock climbing opportunities, though it closes annually from January 15 through August 31 to protect nesting golden eagles. This is primitive camping with no potable water, no cell service, and basic facilities. The access road includes a narrow tunnel that precludes tall vehicles, so check your clearance before attempting the drive. Goathead (puncturevine) is prevalent in the area and poses a hazard to bicycle tires and pet paws.
Directions
From Madras, Oregon: Drive 3 miles north on US-97, turn left onto NE Cora Drive and proceed 0.7 miles. Make a slight left onto NE Clark Drive for 5.8 miles, then turn left onto NE Buckley Ln/NE Clark Drive for 0.4 miles. The road turns left and becomes NE Clemens Drive for 1.3 miles. At Gateway, turn right to stay on NE Clemens Drive, which becomes Coleman Road. The road turns to gravel at Trout Creek. A narrow tunnel precludes tall vehicles. After 4.4 miles, arrive at Trout Creek Campground on the Deschutes River.
Amenities
| Water | No |
| Fires Allowed | — |
| Toilets | Yes |
| Dump Station | — |
| Wifi | No |
| Pets Allowed | Yes |
| Showers | No |
| Electric Hookups | — |
| Water Hookups | — |
| Sewer Hookups | — |
| Camp Store | No |
| Price | $8 - $35 |
Vehicle
| Max RV Length | — |
| Max Trailer Length | — |
| Big Rig Friendly | No |
| Pull Through Sites | Yes |
Contact
| BLM_OR_PR_Mail@blm.gov | |
| Phone | +1 (541) 416-6700 |
Cell Service
| AT&T | None |
| Verizon | None |
| T-Mobile | None |
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