East Davis Campground

Campground · Oregon · 19 bookable sites ·

Managed by the USDA Forest Service

Deschutes National Forest (NF) · Open Access

19
Bookable sites
40 ft
Max rig length
up to 6
People per site
4,402 ft
Elevation
Odell Creek running past East Davis Campground
Photo: USFS · Recreation.gov

Overview

East Davis Campground is located on the east side of Odell Creek where it enters Davis Lake and offers visitors the opportunity to experience the beauty and recreational opportunities of the eastern Cascade Range.

Recreation

Davis Lake is one of the most popular fly fishing only lakes in the Pacific Northwest, producing abundant trophy size rainbow trout and largemouth bass.

Facilities

East Davis 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 and drinking water available.

Natural Features

Nearby Davis Lake 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. It is known for its wildlife, wildflowers, bird watching opportunities, sightseeing, and access to a nearby lava flow.

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: April 25, 2025 – October 19, 2025 — USDA Forest Service, Aug 24, 2026
  • 19 bookable sites
  • Vehicles up to 40 ft
  • Up to 6 people per site
  • Loops: Loop 1

Site types

  • 19 Standard Nonelectric

Amenities

  • Campfires allowed
  • Fire pits
  • Picnic tables
  • Shade
  • Pets allowed

Not recorded upstream: electric hookups, water hookups, sewer hookups, grills.

Book on Recreation.gov

19 campsites at East Davis Campground

Check-in 2:00 PM · Check-out 12:00 PM

SiteLoopTypeEntrySurfaceGradeMax rigPeople
001Loop 1Standard NonelectricPull ThroughGravelSlight40 ft6 🐾
002Loop 1Standard NonelectricPull ThroughGravelSlight40 ft6 🐾
003Loop 1Standard NonelectricPull ThroughGravelSlight40 ft6 🐾
004Loop 1Standard NonelectricPull ThroughGravelSlight40 ft6 🐾
005Loop 1Standard NonelectricPull ThroughGravelSlight40 ft6 🐾
006Loop 1Standard NonelectricPull ThroughGravelSlight30 ft6 🐾
007Loop 1Standard NonelectricPull ThroughGravelSlight40 ft6 🐾
008Loop 1Standard NonelectricPull ThroughGravelSlight30 ft6 🐾
009Loop 1Standard NonelectricPull ThroughGravelSlight40 ft6 🐾
010Loop 1Standard NonelectricPull ThroughGravelSlight40 ft6 🐾
011Loop 1Standard NonelectricPull ThroughGravelSlight40 ft6 🐾
012Loop 1Standard NonelectricPull ThroughGravelSlight30 ft6 🐾
013Loop 1Standard NonelectricPull ThroughGravelSlight40 ft6 🐾
014Loop 1Standard NonelectricPull ThroughGravelSlight30 ft6 🐾
015Loop 1Standard NonelectricPull ThroughGravelSlight40 ft6 🐾
016Loop 1Standard NonelectricBack InGravelSlight40 ft6 🐾
017Loop 1Standard NonelectricBack InGravelSlight40 ft6 🐾
018Loop 1Standard NonelectricPull ThroughGravelSlight40 ft6 🐾
019Loop 1Standard NonelectricPull ThroughGravelSlight40 ft6 🐾

Getting there

From Crescent, OR: Travel 8.8 miles west on County Road 61, then 7.7 miles north on Highway 46, then 2.6 miles west on Forest Road 4600 850.

43.58821, -121.85416 · 43°35'17.6"N 121°51'15.0"W

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Typical weather

Typically 74°F in Aug, down to 34°F in Dec.

JanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDec
High °F353842465663737468554134
Low °F202124283438444236302620
Precip in5.74.73.31.91.81.00.50.51.02.64.76.0

1991–2020 averages from the nearest NOAA station, 6.1 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 East Davis Campground

Can you reserve a site at East Davis Campground?
Yes, East Davis Campground is reservable through Recreation.gov.
How many campsites does East Davis Campground have?
19 sites.
What is the maximum RV length at East Davis Campground?
40 ft. That is the longest vehicle the sites here are recorded as taking; individual sites may be shorter.
Are pets allowed at East Davis Campground?
Yes, pets are allowed at East Davis Campground.
Are campfires allowed at East Davis Campground?
Campfires are allowed at East Davis Campground. Check for a current fire restriction before you go.

Also listed by

East Davis Campground also appears in other federal recreation data. Facts below are matched by name and location, not confirmed by East Davis 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. Davis Lake is a fly-fishing only lake with speed restrictions.
  • 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.

USDA Forest Service's own page

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Recreation.gov last updated this record on 2026-06-12.

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