Quinn River Campground
Campground · 40 bookable sites ·
Managed by the USDA Forest Service
Deschutes National Forest (NF) · Open Access
- 40
- Bookable sites
- 40 ft
- Max rig length
- up to 6
- People per site
- 4,456 ft
- Elevation
Overview
Quinn River Campground is located on the western shore of the Crane Prairie Reservoir, just off the Cascade Lakes Highway within Central Oregon's Cascade Range.
Recreation
Crane Prairie Reservoir is known for fishing and boating opportunities. The Oregon Department of Fish and Wildlife manages populations of rainbow trout, mountain whitefish, brook trout and largemouth bass. Fish cleaning stations and a boat ramp are within the campground.
Facilities
Located just off the Cascade Lakes Highway, Quinn River Campground is spread out along the western shores of Crane Prairie Reservoir.
This facility has a boat ramp offering access to Crane Prairie Reservoir. Boat launch parking is for day use only and requires a recreation fee separate from camping fees.
Natural Features
Crane Prairie Reservoir is a great spot for viewing a variety of wildlife. Sandhill cranes, bald eagles and osprey frequent the area. The adjacent forest is home to black-backed woodpecker, Williamson's sapsucker and mountain chickadee.
On summer mornings or evenings, visitors may glimpse Rocky Mountain elk grazing the lakeside meadows. Deer, squirrel, beaver and an occasional black bear also find habitat in the surrounding forest.
Nearby Attractions
Nearby Osprey Point is a unique interpretive area where visitors can observe osprey nesting platforms erected after natural snags toppled from age.
Visitors enjoy traveling the Cascade Lakes Scenic Byway which 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: May 16, 2025 – October 19, 2025 — USDA Forest Service, Aug 24, 2026
- 40 bookable sites
- 41 sites in total, including non-bookable
- Vehicles up to 40 ft
- Up to 6 people per site
- Loops: Loop 1, Loop 2
Site types
- 40 Standard Nonelectric
- 1 Management
Amenities
- Campfires allowed
- Fire pits
- Picnic tables
- Shade
- Pets allowed
Not recorded upstream: electric hookups, water hookups, sewer hookups, grills.
41 campsites at Quinn River Campground
Check-in 2:00 PM · Check-out 12:00 PM
| Site | Loop | Type | Entry | Surface | Water | Max rig | People | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 001 Host | Loop 1 | Management | Back In | — | — | 40 ft | 6 | 🐾 |
| 002 | Loop 1 | Standard Nonelectric | Pull Through | — | — | 30 ft | 6 | 🐾 |
| 003 | Loop 1 | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | — | — | 35 ft | 6 | 🐾 |
| 004 | Loop 1 | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | — | — | 35 ft | 6 | 🐾 |
| 005 | Loop 1 | Standard Nonelectric | Pull Through | — | — | 40 ft | 6 | 🐾 |
| 006 | Loop 1 | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | — | — | 30 ft | 6 | 🐾 |
| 007 | Loop 1 | Standard Nonelectric | Pull Through | — | — | 40 ft | 6 | 🐾 |
| 008 | Loop 1 | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | — | — | 35 ft | 6 | 🐾 |
| 009 | Loop 1 | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | — | — | 35 ft | 6 | 🐾 |
| 010 | Loop 1 | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | — | — | 35 ft | 6 | 🐾 |
| 011 | Loop 1 | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | — | — | 35 ft | 6 | 🐾 |
| 012 | Loop 1 | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | — | — | 24 ft | 6 | 🐾 |
| 013 | Loop 1 | Standard Nonelectric | Pull Through | — | — | 36 ft | 6 | 🐾 |
| 014 | Loop 1 | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | — | — | 40 ft | 6 | 🐾 |
| 015 | Loop 1 | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | — | — | 36 ft | 6 | 🐾 |
| 016 | Loop 1 | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | — | — | 30 ft | 6 | 🐾 |
| 017 | Loop 2 | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | — | — | 36 ft | 6 | 🐾 |
| 018 | Loop 2 | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | — | — | 30 ft | 6 | 🐾 |
| 019 | Loop 2 | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | — | — | 30 ft | 6 | 🐾 |
| 020 | Loop 2 | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | — | — | 36 ft | 6 | 🐾 |
| 021 | Loop 2 | Standard Nonelectric | Pull Through | — | — | 40 ft | 6 | 🐾 |
| 022 | Loop 2 | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | — | — | 24 ft | 6 | 🐾 |
| 023 | Loop 2 | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | — | — | 36 ft | 6 | 🐾 |
| 024 | Loop 2 | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | — | Riverfront | 36 ft | 6 | 🐾 |
| 025 | Loop 2 | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | — | Riverfront | 30 ft | 6 | 🐾 |
| 026 | Loop 2 | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | — | — | 30 ft | 6 | 🐾 |
| 027 | Loop 2 | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | — | Riverfront | 30 ft | 6 | 🐾 |
| 028 | Loop 2 | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | — | — | 36 ft | 6 | 🐾 |
| 029 | Loop 2 | Standard Nonelectric | Pull Through | — | — | 24 ft | 6 | 🐾 |
| 030 | Loop 2 | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | — | Riverfront | 40 ft | 6 | 🐾 |
| 031 | Loop 2 | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | — | — | 40 ft | 6 | 🐾 |
| 032 | Loop 2 | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | — | — | 40 ft | 6 | 🐾 |
| 033 | Loop 2 | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | — | — | 30 ft | 6 | 🐾 |
| 034 | Loop 2 | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | — | — | 36 ft | 6 | 🐾 |
| 035 | Loop 2 | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | — | — | 36 ft | 6 | 🐾 |
| 036 | Loop 2 | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | — | — | 36 ft | 6 | 🐾 |
| 037 | Loop 2 | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | — | — | 30 ft | 6 | 🐾 |
| 038 | Loop 2 | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | — | — | 30 ft | 6 | 🐾 |
| 039 | Loop 2 | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | — | — | 40 ft | 6 | 🐾 |
| 040 | Loop 2 | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | — | — | 36 ft | 6 | 🐾 |
| 041 | Loop 2 | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | — | — | 40 ft | 6 | 🐾 |
Getting there
From Bend, travel about 50 miles southwest on Cascade Lakes Hwy (46). Campground will be on left-hand side of the highway.
43.78611, -121.83611 · 43°47'10.0"N 121°50'10.0"W
Typical weather
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| Low °F | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| Precip in | 9.8 | 7.1 | 7.7 | 6.0 | 4.2 | 2.7 | 0.7 | 0.8 | 2.1 | 5.1 | 9.7 | 11.4 |
1991–2020 averages from the nearest NOAA station, 5.8 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 Quinn River Campground
- Can you reserve a site at Quinn River Campground?
- Yes, Quinn River Campground is reservable through Recreation.gov.
- How many campsites does Quinn River Campground have?
- 41 sites in total, of which 40 can be booked.
- What is the maximum RV length at Quinn River Campground?
- 40 ft. That is the longest vehicle the sites here are recorded as taking; individual sites may be shorter.
- Are pets allowed at Quinn River Campground?
- Yes, pets are allowed at Quinn River Campground.
- Are campfires allowed at Quinn River Campground?
- Campfires are allowed at Quinn River Campground. Check for a current fire restriction before you go.
Also listed by
Quinn River Campground also appears in other federal recreation data. Facts below are matched by name and location, not confirmed by Quinn River Campground's operator.
USDA Forest Service — data as of Aug 24, 2026
- Single Campsite Rate: $25/night
- One vehicle included with reservation – Each Additional Vehicle: $10.00
Restrictions:
- Maximum site spur length is 30 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.
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Contact
- Phone 541-323-1746
- 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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