Tumalo State Park
Open year-round. Some tent sites and all yurts operate year-round; water service to tent sites is shut off during winter months. A campfire ban is currently in effect as of May 11, 2026, prohibiting campfires, charcoal, candles, and all ember-producing devices due to high fire danger.
Red Flag Warning issued July 20 at 7:49PM PDT until July 22 at 11:00PM PDT by NWS Pendleton OR
...The upper level low over the region will shift to the east just enough to allow for monsoonal moisture to move into the region. Instability will accompany the moisture and allow for increased chances of thunderstorms across central Oregon and the eastern mountains. Isolated dry thunderstorms could spark new wildfires and gusty outflow winds can affect fires already on the landscape... * AFFECTED AREA...Fire Weather Zones 698 Southern Blue Mountains, 700 Central Mountains of Oregon and 705 Southern Deschutes National Forest. * TIMING...From 11 AM to 11 PM PDT Wednesday. * IMPACTS...Any fire that develops will catch and spread quickly. Outdoor burning is not recommended. * THUNDERSTORMS...Isolated to scattered dry thunderstorms after 11 AM Wednesday. * OUTFLOW WINDS...Gusts from 25-35 mph
Air Quality Alert issued July 20 at 7:40PM PDT by NWS Pendleton OR
Oregon Department of Environmental Quality has issued an Air Quality Advisory until 4 PM PDT Wednesday. 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 20 at 6:03PM PDT by NWS Pendleton OR
Oregon Department of Environmental Quality has issued an Air Quality Advisory until 4 PM PDT Wednesday. 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
Tumalo State Park is a year-round camping destination nestled along the Deschutes River in central Oregon's high desert. Located just four miles north of Bend, the park provides convenient access to the region's outdoor recreation opportunities including world-class mountain biking, fly fishing, alpine lakes, and scenic hiking trails. The campground offers diverse accommodation options: 23 full-hookup sites with electric, water, and sewer connections; 54 tent sites (water service shut off during winter months); 7 yurts with electric lighting, outlets, and heating; and two seasonal group camping areas. Each standard campsite includes a picnic table and fire ring. The yurts sleep up to 5 people with two double beds and one single bed. Modern amenities include flush toilets, hot showers, a dump station, and potable water throughout the campground. Six ADA-accessible sites are available, including two full-hookup sites, four tent sites, and one accessible yurt. Pets are welcome at most tent sites and select yurts. Reservations can be made up to six months in advance through Oregon State Parks' reservation system.
Directions
From Bend, drive approximately 4 miles north on US Highway 97. Take the O.B. Riley Road exit and follow signs to Tumalo State Park.
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Amenities
| Water | Yes |
| Fires Allowed | No |
| Toilets | Yes |
| Dump Station | Yes |
| Wifi | — |
| Pets Allowed | Yes |
| Showers | Yes |
| Electric Hookups | Yes |
| Water Hookups | Yes |
| Sewer Hookups | Yes |
| Camp Store | — |
| Price | $32 - $128 |
Vehicle
| Max RV Length | 56ft |
| Max Trailer Length | 50ft |
| Big Rig Friendly | Yes |
| Pull Through Sites | No |
Contact
| Phone | +1 (541) 388-6055 |
Cell Service
| AT&T | Yes |
| Verizon | Yes |
| T-Mobile | Yes |
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