Can you reserve a site at North Twin Lake Campground?

Yes, North Twin Lake Campground is reservable through Recreation.gov.

How many campsites does North Twin Lake Campground have?

20 sites in total, of which 19 can be booked.

What is the maximum RV length at North Twin Lake Campground?

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

Are pets allowed at North Twin Lake Campground?

Yes, pets are allowed at North Twin Lake Campground.

Are campfires allowed at North Twin Lake Campground?

Campfires are allowed at North Twin Lake Campground. Check for a current fire restriction before you go.

North Twin Lake Campground — 19 sites, fees and cancellation alerts

Overview

North Twin Lake Campground islocated just north of the South Twin Resort on North Twin Lake.

Recreation

Located on North Twin Lake, this campground offers a small beach at the shallow end of the lake that is great for wading and swimming. Fishing is also quite popular though motorized boats are prohibited on this body of water.

Facilities

North Twin Lake Campground can accommodate RV, trailer or tent-campers, however, water and electric hookups are not available. Campers will need to bring their own water supply. All sites are equipped with a picnic table and campfire ring with grill and the campground has vault toilets available. There is an RV dump station just after the entry of the nearby Gull Point Campground

Natural Features

North Twin Lake was formed about 20,000 years ago when rising magma encountered groundwater. This resulted in violent steam explosions which formed a broad shallow crater that later filled with water. Nearby peaks, lava flows and old-growth forests provide visitors with a varied landscape.

Nearby Attractions

Twin Lakes Trail #5.1 is an interpretive trail leaving the campground near the water that informs visitors about "dwarf mistletoe" infecting the ponderosa pine trees in the area.

Visitors can explore wilderness areas, rivers, lakes and reservoirs, and approximately hundred of miles of trail. Newberry National Volcanic Monument, approxiately 45 minutes by vehicle, is a great starting point for visitors to learn about the diverse landscape and history of the area through interpretive programs and exhibits. Visitors can explore Lava River Cave, the longest continuous lava tube in Oregon. Visitors enjoy traveling the Cascade Lakes Scenic Bywaywhich climbs 66 miles 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 11, 2025 – October 19, 2025 — USDA Forest Service, Aug 24, 2026
19 bookable sites
20 sites in total, including non-bookable
Vehicles up to 40 ft
Up to 6 people per site
Loops: Loop1

Site types

19 Standard Nonelectric
1 Management

Amenities

Campfires allowed
Fire pits
Picnic tables
Shade
Pets allowed

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

Book on Recreation.gov

20 campsites at North Twin Lake Campground

Check-in 2:00 PM · Check-out 12:00 PM

Site	Loop	Type	Entry	Surface	Grade	Max rig	People
001 HOST	Loop1	Management	Back In	Gravel	Slight	—	6	🐾
002	Loop1	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Gravel	Slight	24 ft	6	🐾
003	Loop1	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Gravel	Slight	36 ft	6	🐾
004	Loop1	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Gravel	Slight	30 ft	6	🐾
005	Loop1	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Gravel	Slight	30 ft	6	🐾
006	Loop1	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Gravel	Slight	30 ft	6	🐾
007	Loop1	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Gravel	Slight	36 ft	6	🐾
008	Loop1	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Gravel	Slight	40 ft	6	🐾
009	Loop1	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Gravel	Slight	30 ft	6	🐾
010	Loop1	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Gravel	Slight	30 ft	6	🐾
011	Loop1	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Gravel	Slight	36 ft	6	🐾
012	Loop1	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Gravel	Slight	40 ft	6	🐾
013	Loop1	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Gravel	Slight	30 ft	6	🐾
014	Loop1	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Gravel	Slight	30 ft	6	🐾
015	Loop1	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Gravel	Slight	30 ft	6	🐾
016	Loop1	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Gravel	Slight	30 ft	6	🐾
017	Loop1	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Gravel	Slight	36 ft	6	🐾
018	Loop1	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Gravel	Slight	30 ft	6	🐾
019	Loop1	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Gravel	Slight	30 ft	6	🐾
020	Loop1	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Gravel	Slight	36 ft	6	🐾

Getting there

From Bend, OR: Travel 26.8 miles south on Highway 97 to Wickiup Junction, then 11.0 miles west on County Road 43, then continue 4.6 miles west on County Road 42, and finally 0.2 miles south on County Road 4260.

43.73149, -121.76382 · 43°43'53.4"N 121°45'49.8"W

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Typical weather

Typically 83°F in Jul, down to 38°F in Dec.

	Jan	Feb	Mar	Apr	May	Jun	Jul	Aug	Sep	Oct	Nov	Dec
High °F	40	43	48	54	63	71	83	82	75	62	46	38
Low °F	21	22	26	30	36	42	47	46	38	31	26	21
Precip in	3.0	2.0	1.7	1.3	1.3	0.9	0.5	0.6	0.6	1.4	2.6	3.6

1991–2020 averages from the nearest NOAA station, 5.1 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 North Twin Lake Campground

Can you reserve a site at North Twin Lake Campground?: Yes, North Twin Lake Campground is reservable through Recreation.gov.
How many campsites does North Twin Lake Campground have?: 20 sites in total, of which 19 can be booked.
What is the maximum RV length at North Twin Lake Campground?: 40 ft. That is the longest vehicle the sites here are recorded as taking; individual sites may be shorter.
Are pets allowed at North Twin Lake Campground?: Yes, pets are allowed at North Twin Lake Campground.
Are campfires allowed at North Twin Lake Campground?: Campfires are allowed at North Twin Lake Campground. Check for a current fire restriction before you go.

Also listed by

North Twin Lake Campground also appears in other federal recreation data. Facts below are matched by name and location, not confirmed by North Twin Lake Campground's operator.

USDA Forest Service — data as of Aug 24, 2026

Single Campsite Rate: $23/night
One vehicle included with reservation – Each Additional Vehicle: $10.00

Restrictions:

Maximum site spur length is 40 feet.

USDA Forest Service's own page

Camping near North Twin Lake Campground

West South Twin Campground 1.2 mi · Campground · we watch it
Sheep Bridge 1.3 mi · Campground · we watch it
Gull Point Campground 1.9 mi · Campground · we watch it
Reservoir Campground 4.3 mi · Campground · we watch it
Rock Creek Campground (Deschutes National Forest, OR) 4.3 mi · Campground · we watch it
Crane Prairie Campground 4.5 mi · Campground · we watch it
North Davis Creek Campground 5 mi · Campground · we watch it
Quinn River Campground 5.2 mi · Campground · we watch it
Cow Meadow Campground 5.7 mi · Campground · we watch it
Sheep Bridge Campground 0.6 mi · Campground
Wickiup Reservoir 4.2 mi · Facility
Elk Lake Campground 6.3 mi · Campground

Contact

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

North Twin Lake Campground