Thielsen View Campground
Campground · Oregon · 61 bookable sites ·
Managed by the USDA Forest Service
Umpqua National Forest (NF) · Open Access
- 61
- Bookable sites
- 40 ft
- Max rig length
- up to 12
- People per site
- 5,201 ft
- Elevation
Overview
In the shadow of majestic Mount Bailey on the west shore of Diamond Lake, this campground takes its name from the view of the unforgettable peak of Mt. Thielsen. Thielsen View Campground is a favorite with families and anglers.Recreation
This campground is a great location for many recreational opportunities. Diamond Lake is stocked annually with 300,000 rainbow trout. If fishing is not your thing, the campground is on the John Dellenback trail. This paved trail is an 11-mile loop around the lake. If you prefer to travel by foot, Mount Bailey and Rodney Butte trails are less than a five-minute drive to the trailhead.Facilities
Thielsen View Campground has a boat ramp, free for campers staying in Thielsen View. Water spigots and gray water sumps are located throughout the campground. Each loop has at least two vault toilets. The closest RV dump station is at the resort’s gas station. The fee is $5 to use the resort’s dump or campers may use the Forest Service dump station in Diamond Lake or Broken Arrow Campgrounds.
There are 60 sites in the campground, all are available by reservation only.
Natural Features
The mixed conifer canopy generously shades most sites during the warm summer days. All campsites are very close to Diamond Lake, which offers great sunrises over Mount Thielsen.Nearby Attractions
Mount Bailey, Mount Thielsen, Pacific Crest Trail, Dellenback Trail, Diamond Lake Resort, Diamond Lake Stables, and Lemolo Lake and Resort are all nearby. Visitors may also want to take some time to visit nearby Crater Lake National Park, the only national park in Oregon! The amazing Crater Lake area offers a glimpse into the volcanic history of the area.The facts
- 61 bookable sites
- 64 sites in total, including non-bookable
- Vehicles up to 40 ft
- Up to 12 people per site
- Loops: A, B, C, Extra Vehicle, Scan and Pay
Site types
- 61 Standard Nonelectric
- 3 Management
Amenities
- Campfires allowed
- Picnic tables
- Grills
- Shade
- Pets allowed
Not recorded upstream: electric hookups, water hookups, sewer hookups, fire pits.
64 campsites at Thielsen View Campground
Check-in 1:00 PM · Check-out 11:00 AM
| Site | Loop | Type | Entry | Surface | Grade | Max rig | People | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| A01 | A | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | Paved | Slight | 35 ft | 8 | 🐾 |
| A02 | A | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | Paved | Slight | 35 ft | 8 | 🐾 |
| A03 | A | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | Paved | Slight | 35 ft | 8 | 🐾 |
| A04 | A | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | Paved | Slight | 35 ft | 12 | 🐾 |
| A05 | A | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | Paved | Slight | 35 ft | 8 | 🐾 |
| A06 | A | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | Paved | Slight | 35 ft | 8 | 🐾 |
| A07 | A | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | Paved | Slight | 35 ft | 12 | 🐾 |
| A08 | A | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | Paved | Slight | 35 ft | 8 | 🐾 |
| A09 | A | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | Paved | Slight | 35 ft | 8 | 🐾 |
| A10 | A | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | Paved | Slight | 35 ft | 8 | 🐾 |
| A11 | A | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | Paved | Slight | 35 ft | 8 | 🐾 |
| A12 | A | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | Paved | Slight | 35 ft | 12 | 🐾 |
| A13 | A | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | Paved | Slight | 35 ft | 12 | 🐾 |
| A14 | A | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | Paved | Slight | 35 ft | 8 | 🐾 |
| A15 | A | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | Paved | Slight | 35 ft | 12 | 🐾 |
| A16 | A | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | Paved | Slight | 35 ft | 12 | 🐾 |
| A17 | A | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | Paved | Slight | 35 ft | 8 | 🐾 |
| A18 | A | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | Paved | Slight | 35 ft | 12 | 🐾 |
| A19 | A | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | Paved | Slight | 35 ft | 12 | 🐾 |
| A20 | A | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | Paved | Slight | 35 ft | 8 | 🐾 |
| A21 | A | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | Paved | Slight | 35 ft | 12 | 🐾 |
| B01 | B | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | Paved | Slight | 35 ft | 12 | 🐾 |
| B02 | B | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | Paved | Slight | 35 ft | 8 | 🐾 |
| B03 | B | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | Paved | Slight | 35 ft | 8 | 🐾 |
| B04 | B | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | Paved | Slight | 35 ft | 8 | 🐾 |
| B05 | B | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | Paved | Slight | 35 ft | 8 | 🐾 |
| B06 | B | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | Paved | Slight | 35 ft | 8 | 🐾 |
| B07 | B | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | Paved | Slight | 35 ft | 8 | 🐾 |
| B08 | B | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | Paved | Slight | 35 ft | 8 | 🐾 |
| B09 | B | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | Paved | Slight | 35 ft | 8 | 🐾 |
| B10 | B | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | Paved | Slight | 35 ft | 8 | 🐾 |
| B11 | B | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | Paved | Slight | 35 ft | 12 | 🐾 |
| B12 | B | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | Paved | Slight | 35 ft | 8 | 🐾 |
| B13 | B | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | Paved | Slight | 35 ft | 8 | 🐾 |
| B14 | B | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | Paved | Slight | 35 ft | 8 | 🐾 |
| B15 | B | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | Paved | Slight | 35 ft | 12 | 🐾 |
| B16 | B | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | Paved | Slight | 35 ft | 8 | 🐾 |
| B17 | B | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | Paved | Slight | 35 ft | 12 | 🐾 |
| B18 | B | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | Paved | Slight | 35 ft | 8 | 🐾 |
| B19 | B | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | Paved | Slight | 35 ft | 12 | 🐾 |
| B20 | B | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | Paved | Slight | 35 ft | 8 | 🐾 |
| 01 | C | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | Paved | Slight | 35 ft | 8 | 🐾 |
| 02 | C | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | Paved | — | 35 ft | 8 | 🐾 |
| 03 | C | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | Paved | — | 35 ft | 8 | 🐾 |
| 04 | C | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | Paved | — | 35 ft | 8 | 🐾 |
| 05 | C | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | Paved | — | 35 ft | 8 | 🐾 |
| 06 | C | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | Paved | Slight | 35 ft | 8 | 🐾 |
| 07 | C | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | Paved | — | 35 ft | 8 | 🐾 |
| 08 | C | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | Paved | Slight | 35 ft | 8 | 🐾 |
| 09 | C | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | Paved | Slight | 35 ft | 8 | 🐾 |
| 10 | C | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | Paved | Severe | 35 ft | 8 | 🐾 |
| 11 | C | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | Paved | — | 30 ft | 8 | 🐾 |
| 12 | C | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | Paved | Severe | 35 ft | 8 | 🐾 |
| 13 | C | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | Paved | — | 35 ft | 8 | 🐾 |
| 14 | C | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | Paved | Severe | 30 ft | 8 | 🐾 |
| 15 | C | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | Paved | Slight | 30 ft | 8 | 🐾 |
| 16 | C | Standard Nonelectric | Pull Through | Paved | — | 40 ft | 12 | 🐾 |
| 17 | C | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | Paved | — | 35 ft | 8 | 🐾 |
| 18 | C | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | Paved | Severe | 30 ft | 8 | 🐾 |
| 19 | C | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | Paved | Slight | 30 ft | 8 | 🐾 |
| 20 | C | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | Paved | Slight | 35 ft | 8 | 🐾 |
| Extra Vehicle Fee | Extra Vehicle | Management | Back In | Paved | Slight | 35 ft | 8 | 🐾 |
| Standard Double Site S&P | Scan and Pay | Management | Back In | Paved | Slight | 35 ft | 12 | 🐾 |
| Standard Single Site S&P | Scan and Pay | Management | Back In | Paved | Slight | 35 ft | 8 | 🐾 |
Getting there
From Roseburg, OR, travel east on OR-138 / NE Diamond Lake Boulevard for 80 miles, turn right onto Forest Road 4795 at the sign for the Diamond Lake Recreation Area. Turn right at the gas station and continue for 3 miles, the campground is on the left.
From Bend or Klamath Falls: Take HWY 97 to HWY 138. Take HWY 138 east towards Roseburg. Make a right turn onto HWY 230, west. Take right onto Diamond Lake Loop road, make a left at the sign for Broken Arrow Campground. Follow the road around until you reach Thielsen View Campground on the right.
43.16949, -122.16801 · 43°10'10.2"N 122°10'4.8"W
Typical weather
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| Precip in | 7.5 | 5.3 | 5.6 | 4.3 | 3.0 | 1.5 | 0.7 | 0.5 | 1.3 | 3.4 | 6.8 | 9.1 |
1991–2020 averages from the nearest NOAA station, 2 mi away — not measured at the facility itself, and elevation can make a real difference over that distance.
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Fees and stay limits
Extra Vehicle Fee $5 per vehicle per night. **MUST BE PAID AT THE CAMPGROUND FEE KIOSK UPON ARRIVAL
From Recreation.gov, which is not always current. The operator's own page is the authority on what you will be charged.
More photos
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Common questions about Thielsen View Campground
- Can you reserve a site at Thielsen View Campground?
- Yes, Thielsen View Campground is reservable through Recreation.gov.
- How many campsites does Thielsen View Campground have?
- 64 sites in total, of which 61 can be booked.
- What is the maximum RV length at Thielsen View Campground?
- 40 ft. That is the longest vehicle the sites here are recorded as taking; individual sites may be shorter.
- Are pets allowed at Thielsen View Campground?
- Yes, pets are allowed at Thielsen View Campground.
- Are campfires allowed at Thielsen View Campground?
- Campfires are allowed at Thielsen View Campground. Check for a current fire restriction before you go.
Also listed by
Thielsen View Campground also appears in other federal recreation data. Facts below are matched by name and location, not confirmed by Thielsen View Campground's operator.
USDA Forest Service — data as of Aug 24, 2026
- $15 for campsite
- $20 for double campsite
- $5 for extra vehicle
Restrictions:
- Quiet hours between 10 p.m. and 8 a.m.
- Campfires allowed in developed fire pits when conditions allow - please see current Public Use Restrictions for current campfire restrictions
- Fireworks are prohibited
- Dogs must be on leash
- OHV/ATV use prohibited in the campground
- Maximum length of stay: 14 days
Accessibility:
- Accessible campsites
- Accessible restrooms
Camping near Thielsen View Campground
- Diamond Lake 1.9 mi · Campground · we watch it
- South Shore Pavilion 2.6 mi · Campground · we watch it
- Broken Arrow Campground 2.7 mi · Campground · we watch it
- Hemlock Cabin 2.9 mi · Permit · we watch it
- East Lemolo Campground 9.8 mi · Campground · we watch it
- Inlet Campground 9.8 mi · Campground · we watch it
- Poole Creek 9.8 mi · Campground · we watch it
- Diamond Lake Resort 1.6 mi · Campground
- Diamond Lake RV Park 2.7 mi · Campground
- Three Lakes Sno-Park 4.4 mi · Facility
- Clearwater Falls Campground 6.3 mi · Campground
- Whitehorse Falls Campground 8.7 mi · Campground
Contact
- Phone 541-498-2531
- Book Recreation.gov
Recreation.gov last updated this record on 2026-03-11.
Facility information and photographs from Recreation.gov (RIDB). SpotOpened is not affiliated with Recreation.gov or any federal agency.
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