Best Dispersed Camping near Deschutes & Ochoco National Forests & Crooked River National Grassland

We spent some time driving around the Sisters area looking for a spot with a view.  Found a beauty!  The area is large enough for several rigs, including large ones.  There were 2 established fire rings and we could tell the site gets used through the summer!  (or maybe fall/hunting)

However, in early May we had it to ourselves.  

Some of the surrounding area has experienced previous forest fires, which was actually a benefit in this case.  It opened up views of the North and Middle Sisters.  Small tracks/roads criss cross the surrounding area that is covered in shrubbery and small trees finding their way back.  The vistas include large trees, so it's not barren by any means.  The camp site, as you will see, is surrounded by large ponderosas.  Lovely peaceful spot.  Perfect for sitting and gazing, walking, hiking, biking, horseback riding and likely off roading.  Please don't take my word for where these things are allowed.  Do your research to make sure who's land you're on...

My maps showed overlays of National Forest land all around, although some private and BLM land to the east.

EDIT: We had a park ranger stop by and inform us that this location is closed to passenger vehicles. No passenger vehicles are allowed past the boulders. We are currently parked at the one and only camp slot that passenger vehicles are allowed, so this is a 99% dispersed camping location that you have to walk to your camp site location. The Park Ranger also reminded me that all BLM land is a 14-day stay for recreational camping only, and if you are living out of your RV, you are liable to be harassed more often then others.

Original Review: We parked in a space close to the main road. Minus the sounds from it, the place is very peaceful. There's lots of sage bushes, and trees are plenty but not clustered. There is a lot of wildlife in the area if the animal bones are anything to judge by. There are a lot of ant colonies and other burrowing creatures in the area as well. If you choose to walk off designated paths, watch your step, or you might end up in a shallow hole like I did. Some spots are more solar friendly than others, but none of the trees are overbearingly tall to completely block out the ability for it. Flies aren't too bad compared to other places, and honestly, I'm not sure if the ones we are dealing with are from here or left over from our 1 night stay at another location. The river is only a shortish walk away, and field mice do live in some of the boulders in the area.

Beautiful trip. Breathtaking drives and not hard to find with given coordinates. Dirt roads are not too hard to drive but during the dry months it is extremely dusty. The campground on the trailhead is nice but a little too close for dispersed camping. Trail is not too long to a waterfall. You can fish and jump off the rocks into the water. We stayed one night at the designated camp site but ended driving about 10 minutes down a dirt road next the the campground entrance that is actual dispersed camping. Really enjoyed that spot with a trail down to the river and 2 drive in spots and multiple walk in campsites along the cliffs.