Pioneer Ford Campground

Pioneer Ford Campground sits along the Metolius River in the Deschutes National Forest, 23 miles north of Sisters. The Metolius River is a popular catch-and-release fly fishing destination, although the fish have a reputation for being hard to catch. Hikers enjoy a number of trails through scenic terrain in the area. Road cycling and mountain biking are both popular up and down the river.

Pioneer Ford Campground has 20 campsites for RVs, trailers, and tents. Two of those sites are for tents only. The campground is popular because many of the sites are well-suited for RV and trailer camping and offer plenty of privacy. Many are pull-though sites, and a good number are along the river. Campsites are spread through a forest of pine and cedar which provides good shade for all the sites. Reservations are available for many sites, while some campsites are first-come, fist-served.

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Pioneer Ford Campground Basics
Pioneer Ford Campground Location:	From Sisters, Oregon, travel 9.6 miles northwest on Highway 20, then 12.6 miles north on Forest Road 14.
Elevation:	2,750 feet
Nearby Gateway Cities:	Sisters - 23 miles Albany - 105 miles Salem - 112 miles
Number of Sites:	20
Open - Closed:	Open May through September
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

Pioneer Ford Campground Reservations
Reservations Available	Reservations are available for campsites 2 days to 6 months in advance of arrival date.
Maximum vehicle length:	50 feet
Wheelchair accessible sites:	None designated
Fees:	Standard Single campsite - $26 per night, Premium Riverfront site - $28 ($2 more on holiday and holiday weekends) (plus $8 reservation fee)
Campground Map:	Pioneer Ford Campground Map
Campground Reservations:	Pioneer Ford Campground Reservations
Check-in, check-out:	Check-in: 2:00 PM, check-out: 12:00 PM

Pioneer Ford Campground Amenities
Campsites:	Picnic table, campfire ring with grill; no hook-ups
Campground:	Vault toilets, piped water, picnic shelter
Showers:	No, but available in the town of Camp Sherman
Dump station:	No
Attractions near Pioneer Ford Campground:	Fly fish along the Metolius River. Visit the Camp Sherman Fish Viewing Platform by the Camp Sherman Store. Hike up to the summit of Black Butte. Drive over to Suttle Lake for boating, water skiing, and fishing. Shop Amazon for Trout Fishing Best Sellers

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Attractions and Activities

Hike on the Metolius-Windigo Trail, open to hikers, bikers and horses, more than 100 miles in length.
Head over to the Blue River Reservoir for swimming, boating, water skiing, and fishing.
Tour the Leaburg Fish Hatchery, 4 miles east of Leaburg. Open daily.
Play a round of golf at the Tokatee Golf Club in McKenzie Bridge.
Hike on the Hackleman Old Growth Trail west of Lost Prairie Group Campground.
Hike or mountain bike on the 26-mile McKenzie River National Recreation Trail.
Have a nice soak at Terwilliger Hot Springs by Cougar Reservoir. [May be closed due to 2018 Terwilliger Fire.]
Fly fish along the Metolius River (check local fishing regulations).
Visit the Camp Sherman Fish Viewing Platform by the Camp Sherman Store.
Hike up to the summit of Black Butte.
Spend days at Suttle Lake with boating, water skiing, and fishing.

Key Pioneer Ford Campground Regulations

Pets must be kept on leash and attended at all times.
Avoid problems with bears by securing food and scented items in a vehicle or other bear-proof locker.
Quiet Hours are from 10:00 PM to 6:00 AM.
Prevent the spread of invasive pests by obtaining firewood locally.
Fires are only permitted in designated fire receptacles and must be attended. Fires must be extinguished upon departure.

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