Scott Lake Campground

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Scott Lake, Willamette National Forest, Oregon
Scott Lake, Willamette National Forest, Oregon

Scott Lake Campground

Willamette National Forest


Scott Lake Campground

Scott Lake Campground is a walk-in, tents-only campground in the Willamette National Forest, about 25 miles west of Sisters, Oregon.

The beauty of the lake attracts nature-lovers from far and wide. On clear days, visitors can enjoy stunning views of the snowcapped, volcanic peaks of the Three Sisters as they cast their reflections on the lake. Scott lake is surrounded by a forest of mountain hemlock, subalpine fir, and bear grass. Nearby trails lead into the Mt. Washington Wilderness, Hand Lake, and Benson Lake.

Scott Lake Campground has 18 walk-in, tents-only campsites. All campsites are first-come, first-served. The campground has no drinking water. Visitors must carry in their own water or filter lake water using a wilderness-type water filter. Some sites are near parking, while others require a short walk. For the best views of the mountains, choose sites 9 through 14. Sites are well-spaced. Mosquitoes can be annoying in July and August.

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Scott Lake Campground Basics
Scott Lake Campground Location: From McKenzie Bridge, Oregon, travel east on Highway 126 for 3 miles to Highway 242. Follow Highway 242 east for 14 miles to Forest Road 260. Take a left of Forest Road 260 west Scott Lake Campground.
Elevation: 4,800 feet
Nearby Gateway Cities: Bend - about 48 miles
Eugene - 69 miles
Albany - about 93 miles
Number of Sites: 18
Open - Closed: Open July through October, depending on weather
Max. People per single site: 6
Vehicles per site: 1 vehicle and 1 legally towed vehicle (fee for additional vehicles)
Pets: On leash, always attended
Operated by Willamette National Forest
McKenzie River Ranger District: (541) 822-3381

Scott Lake Campground Reservations
No Reservations Available All campsites at Scott Lake Campground are first-come, first-served.
Maximum vehicle length: 35 feet on winding, narrow Highway 242; no RVs or trailers at campsites.
Wheelchair accessible sites: No campsites designated as accessible.
Fees: Single campsite - $5 per night
Check-in, check-out: Check-in: 2:00 PM, check-out: Noon

Scott Lake Campground Amenities
Campsites: Picnic table, campfire ring
Campground: Vault toilets, no potable water
Showers: No
Dump station: No
Attractions near
Scott Lake Campground:
  • Hike to Benson Lake, Hand Lake, and Scott Mountain from the nearby Benson/Tenas Trailhead.
  • Bring your camera and be prepared for stunning photographs of the mountains reflected on the lake.
  • Enjoy non-motorized boating on the lake (kayaks, canoes).

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Key Scott Lake Campground Regulations

  1. Quiet Hours are from 10:00 PM to 6:00 AM.
  2. Prevent the spread of invasive pests by obtaining firewood locally.
  3. Fires are only permitted in designated fire receptacles and must be attended. Fires must be extinguished upon departure.
  4. Please pack out your own garbage. There is no garbage service.
  5. Pets must be kept on leash and attended at all times.
  6. Avoid problems with bears by securing food and scented items in a vehicle or other bear-proof locker.

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