Rock Creek Campground (Deschutes National Forest, OR)
Campground · 32 bookable sites ·
Managed by the USDA Forest Service
Deschutes National Forest (NF) · Open Access
- 32
- Bookable sites
- 40 ft
- Max rig length
- up to 12
- People per site
- 4,470 ft
- Elevation
Overview
Rock Creek Campground is located on the western shore of Crane Prairie Reservoir along the Cascade Lakes Highway.
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, Rock Creek Campground is spread out along the western shores of Crane Prairie Reservoir. Almost all the sites are large and isolated from the other sites, and many are located right on the shore of the lake.
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
- 32 bookable sites
- Vehicles up to 40 ft
- Up to 12 people per site
- Loops: Loop 1, Loop 2, Loop 3, Loop 4, Loop 5
Site types
- 32 Standard Nonelectric
Amenities
- Campfires allowed
- Shade
- Pets allowed
Not recorded upstream: electric hookups, water hookups, sewer hookups, fire pits, picnic tables, grills.
32 campsites at Rock Creek Campground (Deschutes National Forest, OR)
Check-in 2:00 PM · Check-out 12:00 PM
| Site | Loop | Type | Entry | Surface | Water | Max rig | People | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 001 Host | Loop 1 | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | — | — | 40 ft | 6 | 🐾 |
| 002 | Loop 1 | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | — | — | 30 ft | 6 | 🐾 |
| 003 | Loop 1 | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | — | — | 30 ft | 6 | 🐾 |
| 004 | Loop 1 | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | — | — | 35 ft | 6 | 🐾 |
| 005 | Loop 1 | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | — | — | 35 ft | 6 | 🐾 |
| 006 Multi | Loop 1 | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | — | — | 40 ft | 12 | 🐾 |
| 007 | Loop 1 | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | — | — | 35 ft | 6 | 🐾 |
| 008 | Loop 1 | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | — | — | 35 ft | 6 | 🐾 |
| 009 | Loop 2 | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | — | — | 35 ft | 6 | 🐾 |
| 010 Multi | Loop 2 | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | — | — | 40 ft | 12 | 🐾 |
| 011 | Loop 2 | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | — | — | 35 ft | 6 | 🐾 |
| 012 | Loop 2 | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | — | — | 35 ft | 6 | 🐾 |
| 013 | Loop 2 | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | — | — | 40 ft | 6 | 🐾 |
| 014 | Loop 3 | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | — | — | 35 ft | 6 | 🐾 |
| 015 | Loop 3 | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | — | Lakefront | 40 ft | 6 | 🐾 |
| 016 | Loop 3 | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | — | Lakefront | 40 ft | 6 | 🐾 |
| 017 | Loop 3 | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | — | Lakefront | 40 ft | 6 | 🐾 |
| 018 | Loop 3 | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | — | Lakefront | 40 ft | 6 | 🐾 |
| 019 | Loop 3 | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | — | — | 35 ft | 6 | 🐾 |
| 020 | Loop 4 | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | — | — | 40 ft | 6 | 🐾 |
| 021 | Loop 4 | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | — | — | 40 ft | 6 | 🐾 |
| 022 | Loop 4 | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | — | — | 40 ft | 6 | 🐾 |
| 023 | Loop 4 | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | — | — | 35 ft | 6 | 🐾 |
| 024 | Loop 4 | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | — | Lakefront | 35 ft | 6 | 🐾 |
| 025 | Loop 4 | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | — | Lakefront | 35 ft | 6 | 🐾 |
| 026 | Loop 4 | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | — | — | 40 ft | 6 | 🐾 |
| 027 | Loop 5 | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | — | — | 40 ft | 6 | 🐾 |
| 028 | Loop 5 | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | — | — | 40 ft | 6 | 🐾 |
| 029 | Loop 5 | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | — | Lakefront | 40 ft | 6 | 🐾 |
| 030 | Loop 5 | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | — | Lakefront | 40 ft | 6 | 🐾 |
| 031 | Loop 5 | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | — | — | 35 ft | 6 | 🐾 |
| 032 | Loop 5 | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | — | — | 40 ft | 6 | 🐾 |
Getting there
From Bend, travel about 50 miles southwest on Cascade Lakes Hwy (46). Campground is on left-hand side of Cascade Lakes Highway.
43.76806, -121.83417 · 43°46'5.0"N 121°50'3.0"W
Typical weather
| Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| High °F | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| 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, 6.2 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 Rock Creek Campground (Deschutes National Forest, OR)
- Can you reserve a site at Rock Creek Campground (Deschutes National Forest, OR)?
- Yes, Rock Creek Campground (Deschutes National Forest, OR) is reservable through Recreation.gov.
- How many campsites does Rock Creek Campground (Deschutes National Forest, OR) have?
- 32 sites.
- What is the maximum RV length at Rock Creek Campground (Deschutes National Forest, OR)?
- 40 ft. That is the longest vehicle the sites here are recorded as taking; individual sites may be shorter.
- Are pets allowed at Rock Creek Campground (Deschutes National Forest, OR)?
- Yes, pets are allowed at Rock Creek Campground (Deschutes National Forest, OR).
- Are campfires allowed at Rock Creek Campground (Deschutes National Forest, OR)?
- Campfires are allowed at Rock Creek Campground (Deschutes National Forest, OR). Check for a current fire restriction before you go.
Also listed by
Rock Creek Campground (Deschutes National Forest, OR) also appears in other federal recreation data. Facts below are matched by name and location, not confirmed by Rock Creek Campground (Deschutes National Forest, OR)'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
- Day use: $5/vehicle/day at Rock Creek Boating Site and picnic area or valid recreation pass
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.
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Contact
- Phone 541-323-1746
- Book Recreation.gov
Recreation.gov last updated this record on 2026-06-12.
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