Three Creek Lake Campground

Oregon's Best Camping

Three Creek Lake, Deschutes National Forest, Oregon
Three Creek Lake, Deschutes National Forest, Oregon

Three Creek Lake Campground

Deschutes National Forest


Three Creek Lake Campground

Three Creek Lake Campground is in the Deschutes National Forest beside Three Creek Lake, west of Bend. The area is popular for horseback riding, hiking, swimming, non-motorized boating, and fishing. A primitive boat ramp on the east shore is available to launch canoes and kayaks. A nice beach is found near the campground.

Three Creek Lake Campground has 11 campsites for RVs, trailers, and tents. One campsite has a pull-through driveway and another (site #10) is designated at waterfront. Reservations can be made ahead of arrival, while some campsites may be available first-come, first-served.

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Three Creek Lake Campground Basics
Three Creek Lake Campground Location: From Sisters, Oregon, drive 17 miles south on Forest Road 16 (Elm Street in Sisters).
Elevation: 6,600 feet
Nearby Gateway Cities: Bend - 29 miles
Albany - 124 miles
Eugene - 112 miles
Number of Sites: 11
Open - Closed: Open June through October
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 for Deschutes National Forest
Sisters Ranger District: (541) 549-7700

Three Creek Lake Campground Reservations
Reservations Available Reservations are available for campsites from 2 days to 6 months in advance of arrival date.
Some campsites may be available first-come, first-served.
Maximum vehicle length: 30 feet
Wheelchair accessible sites: None designated
Fees: $22 per night ($2 more on holidays and holiday weekends)
(plus $8 reservation fee)
Campground Map: Three Creek Lake Campground Map
Campground Reservations: Three Creek Lake Campground Reservations
Check-in, check-out: Check-in: 4:00 PM, check-out: 2:00 PM

Three Creek Lake Campground Amenities
Campsites: Picnic table, campfire ring with grill; no hook-ups
Campground: Vault toilets, no potable water
Showers: No
Dump station: No
Attractions near
Three Creek Lake Campground:
  • Fish in 28-acre Three Creek Lake for rainbow and brook trout.
  • Explore the 6-mile Tam McArthur Trail with its wonderful views of the area.
  • Take advantage of the swim beach at Three Creek Lake.
  • Rent rowboats, paddle boats or canoes from the Three Creek Lake Store .





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Key Three Creek 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. Pets must be kept on leash and attended at all times.
  5. Avoid problems with bears by securing food and scented items in a vehicle or other bear-proof locker.

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