Can you reserve a site at West South Twin Campground?

Yes, West South Twin Campground is reservable through Recreation.gov.

How many campsites does West South Twin Campground have?

24 sites in total, of which 23 can be booked.

What is the maximum RV length at West South Twin Campground?

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

Are pets allowed at West South Twin Campground?

Yes, pets are allowed at West South Twin Campground.

Are campfires allowed at West South Twin Campground?

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

West South Twin Campground — 23 sites, fees and cancellation alerts

Overview

Located on the shore of Wickiup Reservoir in Deschutes National Forest, West South Twin Campground offers visitors easy access to an abundance of recreational activities along the Cascade Lakes National Scenic Byway.

Recreation

West South Twin Campground offers visitors opportunities for hiking, boating, canoeing, swimming and fishing.

The reservoir's relatively warm water and cooler deep channels generate some of the best fishing in Central Oregon. The area is renowned for its brown trout, often reaching 20 pounds, with normal catches in the 5-to-8 pound range. The reservoir also sustains good numbers of kokanee and coho salmon and decent populations of rainbow trout, brook trout, whitefish and chub.

Facilities

Located between South Twin Lake and the Wickiup Reservoir, West South Twin Campground has easy access to both lakes. Campsites can accomodate tent, trailer and RV camping. Each campsite features a picnic table and campfire ring. This campground offers flush toilets, as well as, a boat launch area leading to Wickiup Reservoir.

Natural Features

The reservoir covers an area on the Deschutes River that was historically used by Native Americans during the fall. Several tribes throughout the area built "wickiups," shelters made from reeds, grass, or brush, while living in the area. At full pool, Wickiup is a beautiful, pine-edged reservoir, with some willows and sandy beach areas. At low water, steep soil and gravel banks drop abruptly to the water. Wetlands, diverse forests, and rocky slopes near the campground provide a necessary habitat for shorebirds, porcupine, deer, bats and the occasional black bear.

Nearby Attractions

Lava Lands Visitor Center in nearby Bend, Oregon, 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 also explore the Lava River Cave, located in the Newberry National Volcanic Monument. At 5,211 feet in length, the northwest section of the cave is the longest continuous lava tube in Oregon.

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
23 bookable sites
24 sites in total, including non-bookable
Vehicles up to 40 ft
Up to 6 people per site
Loops: Loop 1, Loop 2

Site types

18 Standard Nonelectric
5 Tent Only Nonelectric
1 Management

Amenities

Campfires allowed
Fire pits
Picnic tables
Grills
Shade
Pets allowed

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

Book on Recreation.gov

24 campsites at West South Twin 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	Back In	—	—	36 ft	6	🐾
003	Loop 1	Standard Nonelectric	Pull Through	—	—	36 ft	6	🐾
004	Loop 1	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	—	—	30 ft	6	🐾
005	Loop 1	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	—	—	36 ft	6	🐾
006	Loop 1	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	—	—	36 ft	6	🐾
007	Loop 1	Standard Nonelectric	Pull Through	—	—	36 ft	6	🐾
008	Loop 1	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	—	—	40 ft	6	🐾
014	Loop 1	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	—	—	30 ft	6	🐾
015	Loop 1	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	—	—	36 ft	6	🐾
016	Loop 1	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	—	Lakefront	36 ft	6	🐾
017	Loop 1	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	—	—	36 ft	6	🐾
018	Loop 1	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	—	Lakefront	36 ft	6	🐾
019	Loop 1	Standard Nonelectric	Pull Through	—	Lakefront	40 ft	6	🐾
020	Loop 1	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	—	—	36 ft	6	🐾
021	Loop 1	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	—	—	40 ft	6	🐾
022	Loop 1	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	—	Lakefront	40 ft	6	🐾
023	Loop 1	Standard Nonelectric	Pull Through	—	Lakefront	36 ft	6	🐾
024	Loop 1	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	—	—	30 ft	6	🐾
009	Loop 2	Tent Only Nonelectric	Back In	Gravel	—	30 ft	6	🐾
010	Loop 2	Tent Only Nonelectric	Back In	Gravel	—	30 ft	6	🐾
011	Loop 2	Tent Only Nonelectric	Back In	Gravel	—	30 ft	6	🐾
012	Loop 2	Tent Only Nonelectric	Back In	Gravel	—	24 ft	6	🐾
013	Loop 2	Tent Only Nonelectric	Back In	Gravel	—	40 ft	6	🐾

Getting there

From Bend, 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 2.0 miles south on Forest Road 4260.

43.71472, -121.77278 · 43°42'53.0"N 121°46'22.0"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, 4.8 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 West South Twin Campground

Can you reserve a site at West South Twin Campground?: Yes, West South Twin Campground is reservable through Recreation.gov.
How many campsites does West South Twin Campground have?: 24 sites in total, of which 23 can be booked.
What is the maximum RV length at West South Twin Campground?: 40 ft. That is the longest vehicle the sites here are recorded as taking; individual sites may be shorter.
Are pets allowed at West South Twin Campground?: Yes, pets are allowed at West South Twin Campground.
Are campfires allowed at West South Twin Campground?: Campfires are allowed at West South Twin Campground. Check for a current fire restriction before you go.

Also listed by

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

USDA Forest Service — data as of Aug 24, 2026

Single Campsite Rate: $25/night
Premium Campsite Rate: $27/night
One vehicle included with reservation – Each Additional Vehicle: $10.00

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.

USDA Forest Service's own page

Camping near West South Twin Campground

Gull Point Campground 0.9 mi · Campground · we watch it
North Twin Lake Campground 1.2 mi · Campground · we watch it
Sheep Bridge 1.6 mi · Campground · we watch it
Reservoir Campground 3.1 mi · Campground · we watch it
North Davis Creek Campground 3.8 mi · Campground · we watch it
Rock Creek Campground (Deschutes National Forest, OR) 4.8 mi · Campground · we watch it
Crane Prairie Campground 5.7 mi · Campground · we watch it
Quinn River Campground 5.9 mi · Campground · we watch it
Cow Meadow Campground 6.8 mi · Campground · we watch it
Sheep Bridge Campground 1.1 mi · Campground
Wickiup Reservoir 3.5 mi · Facility
Elk Lake Campground 7.3 mi · Campground

Contact

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

West South Twin Campground