Can you reserve a site at South Shore?

Yes, South Shore is reservable through Recreation.gov.

What is the maximum RV length at South Shore?

40 ft. That is the longest vehicle the sites here are recorded as taking; individual sites may be shorter.

Are pets allowed at South Shore?

Yes, pets are allowed at South Shore.

Are campfires allowed at South Shore?

Campfires are allowed at South Shore. Check for a current fire restriction before you go.

South Shore, Oregon — 37 sites, fees and cancellation alerts

Overview

South Shore Campground is located along Suttle Lake, shaded by Douglas fir and Ponderosa pine. One section of the camp sits on the shoreline, while the other is nestled on a hillside.

Most sites have lake views. The 3,400-foot elevation and the lake breezes make South Shore Campground a comfortable summertime destination.

Recreation

There is a boat launch available at this camp. Popular activities include power and non-motorized boating, sailing, water skiing and wind surfing.

Anglers can fish for rainbow trout, kokanee salmon and brown trout, and there is a fish cleaning station on-site. Hikers and mountain bikers have access to the 3.2-mile Suttle Lake Shoreline Trail.

Facilities

Each site has a gravel parking spur, picnic table and campfire ring. Dump stations are dispersed through the campground.

Drinking water and vault toilets are provided.

Natural Features

Nestled along the Cascade Mountains, the Deschutes National Forest is one of the most popular recreation forests in the Pacific Northwest. It offers a variety of landscapes, from fields of sagebrush and hay to old-growth forests and glacier-carved volcanic peaks.

Suttle Lake is a natural lake formed by glaciers. It has a forested shoreline and offers views of nearby Mt. Washington.

Nearby Attractions

The town of Sisters is about 15 miles away, offering shopping and restaurants.

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 9, 2025 – October 19, 2025 — USDA Forest Service, Aug 24, 2026
37 bookable sites
Vehicles up to 40 ft
Up to 6 people per site
Loops: AREA SOUTH SHORE

Site types

36 Standard Nonelectric
1 Tent Only Nonelectric

Amenities

Campfires allowed
Fire pits
Picnic tables
Grills
Shade
Pets allowed

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

Book on Recreation.gov

37 campsites at South Shore

Check-in 2:00 PM · Check-out 12:00 PM

Site	Loop	Type	Entry	Surface	Grade	Water	Max rig	People
001	AREA SOUTH SHORE	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Gravel	—	Lakefront	38 ft	6	🐾
002	AREA SOUTH SHORE	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Gravel	—	Lakefront	30 ft	6	🐾
003	AREA SOUTH SHORE	Standard Nonelectric	Pull Through	Gravel	—	Lakefront	30 ft	6	🐾
004	AREA SOUTH SHORE	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Gravel	—	Lakefront	25 ft	6	🐾
005	AREA SOUTH SHORE	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Gravel	—	Lakefront	30 ft	6	🐾
006	AREA SOUTH SHORE	Standard Nonelectric	Pull Through	Gravel	—	Lakefront	40 ft	6	🐾
007	AREA SOUTH SHORE	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Gravel	—	Lakefront	25 ft	6	🐾
008	AREA SOUTH SHORE	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Gravel	—	Lakefront	32 ft	6	🐾
009	AREA SOUTH SHORE	Tent Only Nonelectric	Pull Through	Gravel	Severe	Lakefront	40 ft	6	🐾
010	AREA SOUTH SHORE	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Gravel	—	Lakefront	30 ft	6	🐾
011	AREA SOUTH SHORE	Standard Nonelectric	Pull Through	Gravel	—	Lakefront	40 ft	6	🐾
012	AREA SOUTH SHORE	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Gravel	—	Lakefront	25 ft	6	🐾
013	AREA SOUTH SHORE	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Gravel	—	Lakefront	25 ft	6	🐾
014	AREA SOUTH SHORE	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Gravel	—	Lakefront	40 ft	6	🐾
015	AREA SOUTH SHORE	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Gravel	—	Lakefront	35 ft	6	🐾
016	AREA SOUTH SHORE	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Gravel	—	Lakefront	40 ft	6	🐾
017	AREA SOUTH SHORE	Standard Nonelectric	Pull Through	Gravel	—	Lakefront	30 ft	6	🐾
018	AREA SOUTH SHORE	Standard Nonelectric	Pull Through	Gravel	—	Lakefront	40 ft	6	🐾
019	AREA SOUTH SHORE	Standard Nonelectric	Pull Through	Gravel	—	Lakefront	35 ft	6	🐾
020	AREA SOUTH SHORE	Standard Nonelectric	Pull Through	Gravel	—	Lakefront	35 ft	6	🐾
021	AREA SOUTH SHORE	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Gravel	—	—	25 ft	6	🐾
022	AREA SOUTH SHORE	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Gravel	—	—	30 ft	6	🐾
023	AREA SOUTH SHORE	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Gravel	—	—	34 ft	6	🐾
024	AREA SOUTH SHORE	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Gravel	—	—	30 ft	6	🐾
025	AREA SOUTH SHORE	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Gravel	—	—	30 ft	6	🐾
026	AREA SOUTH SHORE	Standard Nonelectric	Pull Through	Gravel	—	—	40 ft	6	🐾
027	AREA SOUTH SHORE	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Gravel	—	—	20 ft	6	🐾
028	AREA SOUTH SHORE	Standard Nonelectric	Pull Through	Gravel	—	—	40 ft	6	🐾
029	AREA SOUTH SHORE	Standard Nonelectric	Pull Through	Gravel	—	—	40 ft	6	🐾
030	AREA SOUTH SHORE	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Gravel	—	—	30 ft	6	🐾
031	AREA SOUTH SHORE	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Gravel	—	—	40 ft	6	🐾
033	AREA SOUTH SHORE	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Gravel	—	—	25 ft	6	🐾
034	AREA SOUTH SHORE	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Gravel	—	—	25 ft	6	🐾
035	AREA SOUTH SHORE	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Gravel	—	—	40 ft	6	🐾
036	AREA SOUTH SHORE	Standard Nonelectric	Pull Through	Gravel	—	—	35 ft	6	🐾
037	AREA SOUTH SHORE	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Gravel	—	—	40 ft	6	🐾
038	AREA SOUTH SHORE	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Gravel	—	—	35 ft	6	🐾

Getting there

From Sisters, Oregon, take Highway 20/126 northwest for about 12 miles. Turn left onto Forest Service Road 2070 toward Suttle Lake Campgrounds. Travel just less than a half-mile to the South Shore entrance on the right.

44.41944, -121.73833 · 44°25'10.0"N 121°44'18.0"W

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Typical weather

	Jan	Feb	Mar	Apr	May	Jun	Jul	Aug	Sep	Oct	Nov	Dec
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Precip in	12.0	8.0	8.9	6.6	4.6	2.8	0.7	0.6	2.6	6.4	11.3	12.7

1991–2020 averages from the nearest NOAA station, 6 mi away — not measured at the facility itself, and elevation can make a real difference over that distance.

Map

Fees and stay limits

Day use fee of $5 charged at nearby Scout Lake by the USFS. Bring confirmation letter to the campground.

From Recreation.gov, which is not always current. The operator's own page is the authority on what you will be charged.

Common questions about South Shore

Can you reserve a site at South Shore?: Yes, South Shore is reservable through Recreation.gov.
How many campsites does South Shore have?: 37 sites.
What is the maximum RV length at South Shore?: 40 ft. That is the longest vehicle the sites here are recorded as taking; individual sites may be shorter.
Are pets allowed at South Shore?: Yes, pets are allowed at South Shore.
Are campfires allowed at South Shore?: Campfires are allowed at South Shore. Check for a current fire restriction before you go.

Also listed by

South Shore also appears in other federal recreation data. Facts below are matched by name and location, not confirmed by South Shore's operator.

USDA Forest Service — data as of Aug 24, 2026

Single Campsite Rate: $30/night
One vehicle included with reservation – Each Additional Vehicle: $10.00
Day Use: $5/vehicle/day at South Shore Boating Site

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.

USDA Forest Service's own page

Camping near South Shore

Blue Bay 0.3 mi · Campground · we watch it
Scout Lake 0.7 mi · Campground · we watch it
Link Creek 0.9 mi · Campground · we watch it
Riverside Campground (Deschutes National Forest, OR) 5.5 mi · Campground · we watch it
Jack Creek Campground 6.5 mi · Campground · we watch it
Camp Sherman Campground 6.5 mi · Campground · we watch it
Pine Rest Campground 6.5 mi · Campground · we watch it
Riverside Campground 5.4 mi · Campground
Winter Recreation Area: Santiam Pass (Hwy 20) 5.7 mi · Facility
Camp Sherman Campground 5.8 mi · Campground
Allingham Campground 6.1 mi · Campground
Smiling River Campground 6.3 mi · Campground

Contact

Phone 541-323-1746
Book Recreation.gov

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

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