Best Cabin Camping near Deschutes & Ochoco National Forests & Crooked River National Grassland
Several state parks and private resorts around Deschutes & Ochoco National Forests & Crooked River National Grassland, Oregon provide furnished cabins with varying amenities. LaPine State Park Campground offers deluxe cabins with full bathrooms, kitchenettes, electricity, and working heaters. Paulina Lake Lodge features log cabins with running water, bathrooms, fireplaces, and comfortable couches. The cabins at Cultus Lake Campground include basic amenities while The Camp in Bend provides more urban cabin options. Most locations maintain clean facilities with regular maintenance. According to one visitor at LaPine State Park, "We stayed in a deluxe cabin. It had a full bathroom and kitchenette - I've stayed in other state park campgrounds and this was the biggest cabin I've stayed in!"
Rustic and deluxe cabins are both available, depending on the location and season. East Lake Resort offers historic cabins built between the 1940s and 1960s, most with toilets and showers near the shoreline. Pelton Park provides inexpensive lake view cabins with air conditioning and heat. Pet-friendly options exist at multiple locations, with LaPine State Park featuring a large off-leash fenced area for dogs. Cove Palisades has three cabins above the boat docks with private bathrooms and shared fire pits. Reservations are essential, particularly during summer months when cabins book quickly. Clear Lake Resort operates year-round but recommends visiting after Labor Day when availability improves. A visitor to Paulina Lake Lodge noted, "Other log cabins to rent ranging from three people to large families with fireplaces, a couple right on the water."
Most cabin rentals provide beds with mattresses but require guests to bring their own bedding, pillows, and towels. Kitchen facilities vary significantly between locations, from basic fire pits to full kitchenettes with cooking equipment. Cabins at Cove Palisades Resort & Marina include some cooking facilities and BBQ options, along with patios overlooking the lake. Firewood is typically available for purchase at campground stores. General stores at locations like Paulina Lake Lodge and East Lake Resort stock food, bait, and basic camping supplies. Bend offers more extensive shopping options for cabin campers staying at nearby locations. Visitors should check specific cabin amenities before arrival as furnishings and supplies differ substantially between basic and deluxe units.
