Crescent Lake Campground

Crescent Lake Campground sits on a small hill overlooking Crescent Lake in the Deschutes National Forest. Crescent Lake is popular for a wide assortment of recreational activities, including boating, water skiing, fishing, swimming, hiking, and mountain biking. Across the dam from the campground is Crescent Lake Resort with boat rentals and a restaurant. A boat launch ramp is located in the campground.

Crescent Lake Campground has 38 single campsites and 8 double sites which can accommodate RVs, trailers, and tents. Three campsites are designated for tents only. The campground also has 3 yurts available year-round. Each yurt has a bunkbed with the bottom bed being a double. Also, a futon can fold out as a double bed. A table, chairs, and a wood stove are included. Campers bring their own bedding, lantern, and eating essentials. Reservations are available for most sites.

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Crescent Lake Campground Basics
Crescent Lake Campground Location:	Crescent Lake Campground is at the north end of Crescent Lake, 2.2 miles south on Forest Road 60 off Highway 58.
Elevation:	4,850 feet
Nearby Gateway Cities:	Eugene - 80 miles Bend - 66 miles Crescent - 18 miles
Number of Sites:	46 + 3 yurts
Open - Closed:	Open late April through October Yurts open year-round, but in winter roads are not plowed and campers may have to travel over snow ¾ from Crescent Lake Resort
Max. People per site:	Standard campsites and yurts - 6
Vehicles per site:	Standard campsite - 2 ($9 fee for 2nd vehicle)
Pets:	In the campground on leash, always attended Pets are not allowed in the yurts.
Operated by	Hoodoo Recreation for Deschutes National Forest
Crescent Ranger District:	(541) 433-3200

Crescent Lake Campground Reservations
Reservations	Most campsites may be reserved from 4 days up to 6 months in advance of arrival date. Some sites are available first-come, first-served.
Maximum vehicle length:	36 feet
Wheelchair accessible sites:	No campsites designated Yurts are accessible.
Fees:	Standard campsites $23 per night Premium campsites $25 Yurts $40 per night ($2 more over holidays)
Campground Reservations:	Crescent Lake Campground Reservations
Yurt Reservations:	Crescent Lake Yurt Reservations
Campground Map:	Crescent Lake Campground Map
Check-in, check-out:	check-in - 2:00 PM check-out - 12:00 PM

Crescent Lake Campground Amenities
Campsites:	Picnic table, campfire ring, no hook-ups
Campground:	Vault toilets, potable water
Showers:	No
Dump station:	No
Attractions near Crescent Lake Campground:	A regular boat launch ramp is next to the campground as well as a low-water ramp. Head to the lake for boating, water skiing, and fishing. Be cautious of brisk afternoon winds. Fish for kokanee, lake trout, rainbow and brown trout. Visit Crescent Lake Resort for boat and mountain bike rentals. Enjoy mountain biking in the area. Drive to nearby Summit Lake. Shop Amazon for Trout Fishing Best Sellers

Crescent Lake Campground

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Crescent Lake Campground

Crescent Lake Area
Attractions and Activities

Spend days on the water boating, water skiing, fishing, kayaking, paddle boarding, or windsurfing.
Rent a boat from Crescent Lake Resort.
Hike on the Whitefish Creek Trail to Diamond View Lake or take the Windy Lakes Trail.
Drive to nearby Odell Lake or Summit Lake.
Use the Willamette Pass Trailhead for the Pacific Crest Trail. Hike north to Lower Rosary Lake or south toward Diamond Peak.
Take the 2.5-mile loop Diamond Creek Falls Trail providing views of Lower Diamond Creek Falls and Salt Creek Canyon. Be more adventurous and continue on to the upper falls.

Key Crescent Lake Campground Regulations

Campfires may only be in campground provided fire pits.
Help prevent the spread of invasive insects by obtaining firewood locally.
Dogs must be kept on leash and attended at all times.
Use of chainsaws is not permitted in the campground.
Quiet Hours extend from 10:00 PM to 6:00 AM

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