Camp Sherman Campground is beside the Metolius River in the Deschutes National Forest, 16 miles north of Sisters. Fly fishing is very popular along the river, which is all catch and release territory. Hikers find a wide variety of trails through scenic terrain, from riverside trails to subalpine forests routes. Cycling is popular in the area, both along paved roads and mountain biking on forest roads.
Camp Sherman Campground has 14 campsites for RVs, trailers, and tents. One other site is designated for tents only. Most campsites can be reserved, but some are kept available as first-come, first-served sites. Some campsites have good shade. Five have pull-through driveways. The campground is open year-round, but during the winter and early spring there is no drinking water or garbage service.
| Camp Sherman Campground Basics | |
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| Camp Sherman Campground Location: | Forest Road 1419. From Sisters, travel 9.6 miles northwest on Highway 20. Turn right on Forest Road 14 and go 6.1 miles. The campground is 0.5 miles north on Forest Road 1419. |
| Elevation: | 2,950 feet |
| Nearby Gateway Cities: | Sisters - 16 miles
Albany - 93 miles Salem - 101 miles |
| Number of Sites: | 15 |
| Open - Closed: | Open April through October with full services.
Open other times without water or garbage service. |
| 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 | Hoodoo Recreation Services for Deschutes National Forest |
| Deschutes National Forest, Bend: | (541) 383-5300 |
| Camp Sherman Campground Reservations | |
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| Reservations Available | Reservations are available for campsites 2 days to 6 months in advance of arrival date. |
| Maximum vehicle length: | 40 feet |
| Wheelchair accessible sites: | #15 |
| Fees: | Single campsite - $23 per night ($20 during off-season)
($2 more on holiday and holiday weekends) (plus $8 reservation fee) |
| Campground Map: | Camp Sherman Campground Map |
| Campground Reservations: | Camp Sherman Campground Reservations |
| Check-in, check-out: | Check-in: 2:00 PM, check-out: Noon |
| Camp Sherman Campground Amenities | |
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| Campsites: | Picnic table, campfire ring with grill; no hook-ups |
| Campground: | Vault toilets, piped water |
| Showers: | No |
| Dump station: | No |
| Attractions near Camp Sherman Campground: |
Trout Fishing Best Sellers |
Camp Sherman Campground
Opening and closing dates for some campgrounds are only estimates, usually dependent on weather conditions. Not all campsites can accommodate trailers or RVs of all lengths.
Designated Accessible sites are usually reserved for people with disabilities who have a vehicle displaying an accessible parking placard or license plate.
Camp Sherman Campground
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