Best RV Parks & Resorts near Central Oregon
Central Oregon offers several RV-friendly campgrounds with varied amenities and hookup options. Crook County RV Park in Prineville provides full hookups including 50-amp electric, water, and sewer connections on level asphalt sites. Fish House Inn and RV Campground near Dayville accommodates big rigs with spacious pull-through sites, while Sun Rocks RV Resort features year-round access with 50-amp service and market facilities. Deschute County Expo RV Park in Redmond maintains clean facilities with multiple hookup options suitable for larger motorhomes. The sites throughout most parks have good spacing and require minimal leveling for setup. A recent review noted, "Sites are well spaced, many with excellent access and views of the river a few feet away."
Reservation planning becomes essential during peak seasons, particularly between May and October when parks fill quickly. Most RV parks near Prineville Reservoir operate year-round, while forest service campgrounds in the Ochoco National Forest close seasonally. Dump stations are limited in remote areas, with Crook County RV Park offering reliable dump services for $10. Cell service varies significantly across the region, with visitors reporting "rare to no cell service" in river canyon campgrounds but better connectivity at established RV parks. Potable water access can be challenging at primitive sites, making preparation crucial before arriving at remote locations. Big rigs should exercise caution on narrow, winding roads leading to some campgrounds, especially those near reservoirs or in canyon areas where turning radius becomes limited.
