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 July 22 at 6:50AM PDT until July 22 at 11:00PM PDT by NWS Pendleton OR
...The upper level low offshore will shift to the east just enough today to allow for monsoonal moisture to move into the region. Instability will accompany the moisture and allow for increased chances of isolated to scattered thunderstorms across central Oregon and portions of the eastern mountains. Brief heavy downpours, gusty outflow winds, small hail, and frequent lightning will be possible... * AFFECTED AREA...Fire Weather Zones 698 Southern Blue Mountains, 700 Central Mountains of Oregon and 705 Southern Deschutes National Forest. * TIMING...From 11 AM this morning to 11 PM PDT this evening. * IMPACTS...Any fire that develops will catch and spread quickly. Outdoor burning is not recommended. * THUNDERSTORMS...Isolated to scattered dry thunderstorms after 11 AM today. * OUTFLOW WINDS...Gusts from 25-45 mph
Air Quality Alert issued July 22 at 12:08PM PDT by NWS Pendleton OR
Oregon Department of Environmental Quality has issued an Air Quality Advisory until 4 PM PDT this afternoon. For the Smoke Air Quality Advisory, wildfires burning in the region combined with forecasted conditions will cause air quality to reach unhealthy levels. Pollutants in smoke can cause burning eyes, runny nose, aggravate heart and lung diseases, and aggravate other serious health problems. Limit outdoor activities and keep children indoors if it is smoky. Please follow medical advice if you have a heart or lung condition. For additional information...please visit the Web site at http://www.oregon.gov/DEQ
Air Quality Alert issued July 22 at 9:41AM PDT by NWS Pendleton OR
Oregon Department of Environmental Quality has issued an Air Quality Advisory until 4 PM PDT this afternoon. For the Smoke Air Quality Advisory, wildfires burning in the region combined with forecasted conditions will cause air quality to reach unhealthy levels. Pollutants in smoke can cause burning eyes, runny nose, aggravate heart and lung diseases, and aggravate other serious health problems. Limit outdoor activities and keep children indoors if it is smoky. Please follow medical advice if you have a heart or lung condition. For additional information...please visit the Web site at http://www.oregon.gov/DEQ
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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