Best Campgrounds near La Pine, OR
Camping options around La Pine, Oregon range from lake-view sites to spots in the state park. Lava Lake Campground sits 21 miles from town and has clean vault toilets but minimal other facilities. Many families head to LaPine State Park Campground where showers and restrooms make longer stays more comfortable. Fishing is good at Paulina Lake Campground, which also puts campers close to some natural hot springs worth visiting. Little Crater Campground connects to hiking trails that wind through the local landscape. Summer brings nice weather to the area, though mosquitoes can be bad near any of the lakes or streams. Fall River Campground, about 9 miles from La Pine, tends to be less crowded than other nearby options. While several campgrounds don't have shower buildings, most keep their basic facilities pretty clean. Winter camping works for prepared campers, but temperatures drop well below freezing many nights. Most people find late spring and early fall hit the sweet spot for comfortable camping weather. La Pine's surrounding area has enough different camping spots to work for both big family groups and solo campers looking for quiet.
