Crescent Creek Campground
Campground · Oregon · 9 bookable sites ·
Managed by the USDA Forest Service
Crescent Creek, Oregon Wild and Scenic River (Recreational) · Open Access
- 9
- Bookable sites
- 40 ft
- Max rig length
- up to 6
- People per site
- 4,492 ft
- Elevation
Overview
Crescent Creek is a small campground that is somewhat isolated from other campgrounds in the area. It is relatively quiet and offers visitors the opportunity to experience the beauty and recreational opportunities of the eastern Cascade Range.Recreation
The close proximity to the South Cascade Lakes provides visitors plenty of recreational options nearby. Nearby Davis Lake, Odell Lake and Crescent Lake are prime locations for boating, fishing and swimming. The Summit Lake Trail is popular among hikers and mountain bikers, offering excellent views of Diamond Peak. This is one of the most productive wildlife areas in central Oregon. Add a superb view of Cascade peaks at no charge and you have a truly special place to visit.Facilities
Crescent Creek Campground can accommodate RV, trailer or tent-campers however water and electric hookups are not available. All sites are equipped with a picnic table and campfire ring with grill and the campground has vault toilets available.Natural Features
Crescent Creek Campground is located just a short distance from Crescent Lake, Odell Lake and Davis Lake allowing visitors the option to visit many of the South Cascade Lakes. A forest of lodgepole pine provides the backdrop to this area, with mountain hemlock, fir and spruce also in the mix. Wildlife found in the area includes deer, native fish and migratory birds.Nearby Attractions
Visitors can explore wilderness areas, rivers, lakes and reservoirs, and approximately 1,600 miles of trails that comprise nearly 2.5 million acres within the Deschutes National Forest and the adjacent Ochoco National Forest.Lava Lands Visitor Center in nearby Bend, Oregon, and the unique geological landscape of Newberry National Volcanic Monument draw visitors to the region as well.
Visitors enjoy traveling the Cascade Lakes Scenic Byway, known as Oregon's Highway in the Sky, which climbs into the clouds on a 66-mile drive through the Cascade Range, weaving past snow-capped peaks and alpine lakes.
Charges & Cancellations
Once your reservation start date has begun, neither the Recreation.gov Contact Center nor the campground manager will be able to modify your reservation.
The facts
- Season: Tentative Opening: May 16, 2025 – October 19, 2025 — USDA Forest Service, Aug 24, 2026
- 9 bookable sites
- Vehicles up to 40 ft
- Up to 6 people per site
- Loops: Loop 1
Site types
- 9 Standard Nonelectric
Amenities
- Campfires allowed
- Fire pits
- Picnic tables
- Shade
- Pets allowed
Not recorded upstream: electric hookups, water hookups, sewer hookups, grills.
9 campsites at Crescent Creek Campground
Check-in 2:00 PM · Check-out 12:00 PM
| Site | Loop | Type | Entry | Surface | Grade | Max rig | People | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 001 | Loop 1 | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | Gravel | Slight | 28 ft | 6 | 🐾 |
| 002 | Loop 1 | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | Gravel | Slight | 40 ft | 6 | 🐾 |
| 003 | Loop 1 | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | Gravel | Slight | 30 ft | 6 | 🐾 |
| 004 | Loop 1 | Standard Nonelectric | Pull Through | Gravel | Slight | 40 ft | 6 | 🐾 |
| 005 | Loop 1 | Standard Nonelectric | Pull Through | Gravel | Slight | 40 ft | 6 | 🐾 |
| 006 | Loop 1 | Standard Nonelectric | Pull Through | Gravel | Slight | 40 ft | 6 | 🐾 |
| 007 | Loop 1 | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | Gravel | Slight | 30 ft | 6 | 🐾 |
| 008 | Loop 1 | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | Gravel | Slight | 40 ft | 6 | 🐾 |
| 009 | Loop 1 | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | Gravel | Slight | 40 ft | 6 | 🐾 |
Getting there
From Crescent, OR: Travel 8.7 miles west on County Road 61/Crescent Cut-off Road.
43.49787, -121.84366 · 43°29'52.3"N 121°50'37.2"W
Typical weather
| Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| High °F | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| Low °F | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| Precip in | 6.4 | 4.4 | 4.3 | 2.9 | 1.9 | 0.9 | 0.4 | 0.3 | 0.8 | 2.6 | 5.8 | 7.8 |
1991–2020 averages from the nearest NOAA station, 6.9 mi away — not measured at the facility itself, and elevation can make a real difference over that distance.
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Common questions about Crescent Creek Campground
- Can you reserve a site at Crescent Creek Campground?
- Yes, Crescent Creek Campground is reservable through Recreation.gov.
- How many campsites does Crescent Creek Campground have?
- 9 sites.
- What is the maximum RV length at Crescent Creek Campground?
- 40 ft. That is the longest vehicle the sites here are recorded as taking; individual sites may be shorter.
- Are pets allowed at Crescent Creek Campground?
- Yes, pets are allowed at Crescent Creek Campground.
- Are campfires allowed at Crescent Creek Campground?
- Campfires are allowed at Crescent Creek Campground. Check for a current fire restriction before you go.
Also listed by
Crescent Creek Campground also appears in other federal recreation data. Facts below are matched by name and location, not confirmed by Crescent Creek Campground's operator.
USDA Forest Service — data as of Aug 24, 2026
- Single Campsite Rate: $21/night
- One vehicle included with reservation – Each Additional Vehicle: $10.00
Restrictions:
- Maximum site spur length is 40 feet.
- The water system will be turned on in the month of May depending on weather conditions and will be turned off no later than September 30, or upon the campground closing, whichever, is earlier to prevent potential damage from cold temperatures.
Camping near Crescent Creek Campground
- Simax Group Camp 5.9 mi · Campground · we watch it
- East Davis Campground 6.3 mi · Campground · we watch it
- Crescent Lake Guard Station 6.3 mi · Campground · we watch it
- Crescent Lake Campground 6.6 mi · Campground · we watch it
- Crescent Lake Yurts 6.6 mi · Campground · we watch it
- Sunset Cove Campground 7.5 mi · Campground · we watch it
- Contorta Flat Campground 8.1 mi · Campground · we watch it
- Contorta Point Group Camp 8.6 mi · Campground · we watch it
- Simax Beach Picnic Area 6.3 mi · Facility
- Crescent Lake Guard Station 6.3 mi · Facility
- Crescent Lake Boat Launch 6.6 mi · Facility
- Odell Lake 8.4 mi · Facility
Contact
- Phone 541-323-1746
- Email Jen@Hoodoo.com
- Book Recreation.gov
Recreation.gov last updated this record on 2026-06-12.
Facility information and photographs from Recreation.gov (RIDB). SpotOpened is not affiliated with Recreation.gov or any federal agency.
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