Three Creek Meadow Campground

Three Creek Meadow Campground & Horsecamp

Three Creek Meadow Campground and adjoining Three Creek Meadow Horsecamp are in the Deschutes National Forest near Three Creeks Lake (shown above), west of Bend. The area is popular for horseback riding, hiking, swimming, non-motorized boating, and fishing.

Three Creek Meadow Campground has 11 campsites designated for no horses (sites 1-11). These large and wide-open sites are especially popular with groups of RV owners who like to gather in scenic places. Tents are also welcome. Another 9 campsites are designated for those with horses (sites 11-20). The sites are somewhat cramped, but each has room for 2 vehicles. Each campsite has a 4-horse log corral. Manure bins are provided. Water for horses is available, however, there is no potable water for any of the campsites in Three Creek Meadow Campground.

The campground is beside a meadow. The Forest Service notes, "This is a very sensitive area and users of the camp are urged to help protect this special area." No camping is permitted in the meadow.

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Three Creek Meadow Campground Basics
Three Creek Meadow Campground Location:	From Sisters, Oregon, drive 15.2 miles south on Forest Road 16 (Elm Street in Sisters).
Elevation:	6,350 feet
Nearby Gateway Cities:	Bend - 38 miles Albany - 133 miles Eugene - 121 miles
Number of Sites:	11 standard campsites 9 horse campsites
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 Meadow Campground Reservations
Reservations Available	Reservations are available for standard campsites from 2 days to 6 months in advance of arrival date. No reservations are available for horse campsites. They are first-come, first-served.
Maximum vehicle length:	Varies by site
Wheelchair accessible sites:	No campsites designated as accessible.
Fees:	Single campsite - $17 per night ($2 more on holidays and holiday weekends) (plus $8 reservation fee)
Campground Map:	Three Creek Meadow Campground Map
Campground Reservations:	Three Creek Meadow Campground Reservations
Check-in, check-out:	Check-in: 4:00 PM, check-out: 2:00 PM

Three Creek Meadow 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 Meadow Campground:	Visit nearby 28-acre Three Creek Lake. Explore the 6-mile Tam McArthur Trail with its wonderful views of the area. Ride or hike a 4-mile loop trail past Three Creek Lake and Little Three Creek Lake. Ride or hike to Park Meadow between Broken Top and South Sister. Shop Amazon for Trout Fishing Best Sellers

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Deschutes National Forest Area
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 Three Creek Meadow Campground Regulations

Horse campers must use Certified Weed-Seed-free hay.
Horses must be kept in stalls provided and may not be tethered or picketed outside of stalls. No high-lines or portable corrals please.
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.
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.

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