Can you reserve a site at Sheep Bridge?

Yes, Sheep Bridge is reservable through Recreation.gov.

What is the maximum RV length at Sheep Bridge?

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

Are pets allowed at Sheep Bridge?

Yes, pets are allowed at Sheep Bridge.

Are campfires allowed at Sheep Bridge?

Campfires are allowed at Sheep Bridge. Check for a current fire restriction before you go.

Sheep Bridge — 23 sites, fees and cancellation alerts

Overview

Sheep Bridge Campground is located at the point where the Deschutes River flows into Wickiup Reservoir.

Recreation

Sheep Bridge Campground offers great access for fishing. A short drive away, visitors can find numerous trailheads leading into the Three Sisters Wilderness.

Facilities

Sheep Bridge Campground can accommodate both tent and RV camping, however, hookups are not available. The campground offers picnic tables, campfire rings, drinking water and vault toilets.

A boat ramp for river access is also available at the campground.

Natural Features

The Deschutes River provides habitat for a variety of fish species, including rainbow trout, whitefish, bull trout and kokanee salmon.

Nearby Attractions

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

23 bookable sites
Vehicles up to 40 ft
Up to 6 people per site
Loops: SHEEP BRIDGE

Site types

23 Standard Nonelectric

Amenities

Campfires allowed
Fire pits
Picnic tables
Shade
Pets allowed

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

Book on Recreation.gov

23 campsites at Sheep Bridge

Check-in 2:00 PM · Check-out 12:00 PM

Site	Loop	Type	Entry	Surface	Max rig	People
001	SHEEP BRIDGE	Standard Nonelectric	Pull Through	Gravel	40 ft	6	🐾
002	SHEEP BRIDGE	Standard Nonelectric	Pull Through	Gravel	40 ft	6	🐾
003	SHEEP BRIDGE	Standard Nonelectric	Pull Through	Gravel	40 ft	6	🐾
004	SHEEP BRIDGE	Standard Nonelectric	Pull Through	Gravel	40 ft	6	🐾
005	SHEEP BRIDGE	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Gravel	40 ft	6	🐾
006	SHEEP BRIDGE	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Gravel	40 ft	6	🐾
007	SHEEP BRIDGE	Standard Nonelectric	Pull Through	Gravel	40 ft	6	🐾
008	SHEEP BRIDGE	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Gravel	40 ft	6	🐾
009	SHEEP BRIDGE	Standard Nonelectric	Pull Through	Gravel	40 ft	6	🐾
010	SHEEP BRIDGE	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Gravel	40 ft	6	🐾
011	SHEEP BRIDGE	Standard Nonelectric	Pull Through	Gravel	40 ft	6	🐾
012	SHEEP BRIDGE	Standard Nonelectric	Pull Through	Gravel	40 ft	6	🐾
013	SHEEP BRIDGE	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Gravel	30 ft	6	🐾
014	SHEEP BRIDGE	Standard Nonelectric	Pull Through	Gravel	40 ft	6	🐾
015	SHEEP BRIDGE	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Gravel	40 ft	6	🐾
016	SHEEP BRIDGE	Standard Nonelectric	Pull Through	Gravel	40 ft	6	🐾
017	SHEEP BRIDGE	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Gravel	40 ft	6	🐾
018	SHEEP BRIDGE	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Gravel	40 ft	6	🐾
019	SHEEP BRIDGE	Standard Nonelectric	Pull Through	Gravel	40 ft	6	🐾
020	SHEEP BRIDGE	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Gravel	40 ft	6	🐾
021	SHEEP BRIDGE	Standard Nonelectric	Pull Through	Gravel	40 ft	6	🐾
022	SHEEP BRIDGE	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Gravel	40 ft	6	🐾
023	SHEEP BRIDGE	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Gravel	40 ft	6	🐾

Getting there

From Bend, Oregon: Travel 26.8 miles south on Hwy 97 to Wickiup Junction, then 11.0 miles west on County Road 43, then continue 4.6 miles west on Forest Road 42 , and finally 0.8 miles south on Forest Road 4260.

43.73444, -121.78889 · 43°44'4.0"N 121°47'20.0"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, 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 Sheep Bridge

Can you reserve a site at Sheep Bridge?: Yes, Sheep Bridge is reservable through Recreation.gov.
How many campsites does Sheep Bridge have?: 23 sites.
What is the maximum RV length at Sheep Bridge?: 40 ft. That is the longest vehicle the sites here are recorded as taking; individual sites may be shorter.
Are pets allowed at Sheep Bridge?: Yes, pets are allowed at Sheep Bridge.
Are campfires allowed at Sheep Bridge?: Campfires are allowed at Sheep Bridge. Check for a current fire restriction before you go.

Camping near Sheep Bridge

North Twin Lake Campground 1.3 mi · Campground · we watch it
West South Twin Campground 1.6 mi · Campground · we watch it
Gull Point Campground 2.5 mi · Campground · we watch it
Rock Creek Campground (Deschutes National Forest, OR) 3.2 mi · Campground · we watch it
Quinn River Campground 4.3 mi · Campground · we watch it
Crane Prairie Campground 4.5 mi · Campground · we watch it
North Davis Creek Campground 4.5 mi · Campground · we watch it
Reservoir Campground 4.6 mi · Campground · we watch it
Cow Meadow Campground 5.5 mi · Campground · we watch it
Sheep Bridge Campground 0.7 mi · Campground
Wickiup Reservoir 5.1 mi · Facility
Elk Lake Campground 5.8 mi · Campground

Contact

Phone 541-323-1746
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Recreation.gov last updated this record on 2026-06-12.

Sheep Bridge