Quinn River Campground

Quinn River Campground is on the western shore of 3,420-acre Crane Prairie Reservoir in the Deschutes National Forest.

Fishing for trophy rainbow trout attracts many visitors to Crane Prairie Reservoir. The current record rainbow caught here is 19 pounds. Crane Prairie Reservoir is also a popular bird watching area. Osprey, blue heron, kingfishers, bald eagles, and many other species are common at the lake.

Quinn River Campground has 41 campsites for RVs, trailers, and tents. The large and well-spaced sites can accommodate nearly any size RV or trailer. Campsites are arranged a short distance back from the water.

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Quinn River Campground Basics
Quinn River Campground Location:	The campground is along Cascades Lakes Highway (Highway 46), 48 miles southwest of Bend.
Elevation:	4,450 feet
Nearby Gateway Cities:	Eugene - 109 miles Bend - 48 miles Crescent - 33 miles
Number of Sites:	41
Open - Closed:	Open May through September
Max. People per site:	Standard campsites - 8
Vehicles per site:	Standard campsite - 2 ($7 fee for 2nd vehicle)
Pets:	On leash, always attended
Operated by	Hoodoo Recreation for Deschutes National Forest
Crescent Ranger District:	(541) 433-3200

Quinn River Campground Reservations
Campground Reservations	Make reservations from 4 days up to 6 months in advance of arrival date. Other campsites are available first-come, first-served.
Maximum vehicle length:	45 feet
Wheelchair accessible sites:	Some facilities are accessible
Fees:	Standard campsites $21 per night ($2 more on holidays and holiday weekends)
Campground Map:	Quinn River Campground Reservations
Campground Map:	Quinn River Campground Map
Check-in, check-out:	check-in - 2:00 PM check-out - 12:00 PM

Quinn River Campground Amenities
Campsites:	Picnic table, campfire ring with grill, no hook-ups
Campground:	Vault toilets, drinking water
Showers:	No
Dump station:	No
Attractions near Quinn River Campground:	Within the day use section of the campground find a boat launch ramp. Osprey Point is only a short walk from the campground. Fish in Crane Prairie Reservoir for trophy-size rainbow trout. Watch for birds in the area from bald eagles to sandhill cranes. Visit Crane Prairie Resort. Shop Amazon for Trout Fishing Best Sellers

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Quinn River Campground

Crane Prairie Reservoir Area
Attractions and Activities

Birding is popular at the reservoir. Watch for mountain chickadees, woodpeckers, Sandhill cranes, Canada geese, bald eagles, osprey, and many others.
Fish for rainbow trout, usually in the 4 to 10-pound range. Also, fish for brook trout, kokanee, largemouth bass, and crappie.
At Osprey Point to find artificial osprey nesting platforms erected after natural snags toppled from age.
Take advantage of boat launching ramps around the lake. Both motorized and non-motorized boats are permitted. The maximum boat speed is 10 MPH. Float tubes can be launched from Rocky Point.
Stop by Crane Prairie Resort on the northeastern side of the reservoir. They have a store, bait and tackle shop, boat rentals, and shower and laundry facilities.
Near the Osprey Point Trail visit the historic Bill Quinn gravesite.

Key Quinn River Campground Regulations

Quiet Hours extend from 10:00 PM to 6:00 AM
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.

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