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    Crook County RV Park accommodates dogs throughout its paved sites with full hookups for RVs and tent camping areas. All sites require pets to remain leashed in the campground area, with clean, modern restroom facilities and showers available for campers. Sites are arranged in a parking lot style with minimal privacy between neighbors, though the park offers some shaded spots that provide relief for pets during hot weather. The spots are nice and even with easily accessible sewer, water, and electrical hookups. Prineville Reservoir State Park and Ochoco Lake County Park also welcome pets, with the latter providing tent sites along the water with more separation between campers. The campgrounds feature pristine facilities that remain squeaky clean even during peak season.

    Ochoco Lake County Park provides waterfront access for dogs to swim, though the rocky shoreline can be hard on paw pads during low water periods. The tent sites directly along the water offer better privacy than interior RV sites where people frequently walk through. Most campgrounds enforce strict leash requirements throughout, and quiet hours from 10 PM to 7 AM help control barking. Dogs must remain supervised at all times, especially near wildlife areas. Skull Hollow Campground serves as an excellent base for exploring nearby Smith Rock State Park with pets. The campground lacks amenities but remains inexpensive and spacious enough for pets to enjoy without crowding. When visiting during summer months, early morning or evening walks provide cooler temperatures for dogs on trails, with limited shade available at many sites.

    Best Dog-Friendly Campgrounds near Prineville (177)

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      1. Skull Hollow Campground

      4.2(37)12mi from PrinevilleRVs, Tents

      "There are a lot of trails nearby! Hiking, Bike and atv trails. There is also access to the "road" that leads to the top of Grey Butte."

      "Great spot to camp with a quick drive to Smith Rock. We had fun hiking many of the trails within the area. Several TH right next to campground. Very quiet and peaceful campground."

      from $15 - $30 / night

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      2. Smith Rock State Park Campground

      4.8(36)15mi from PrinevilleTents

      "Day 4 - Pacific North Quest (South Sister) This classic Eastern Oregon gem is located just north of Bend on the Crooked River."

      "Smith Rock always surprises me- here you are, driving through the farmlands of Central Oregon and BAM. There is Smith, rising out of the ground."

      from $8 / night

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      3. Prineville Reservoir Main Campground — Prineville Reservoir State Park

      4.6(24)14mi from Prineville72 sitesRVs, Tents, Cabins, Glamping

      "It's a very popular Oregon State Park and I'm sure summer requires advance planning.  The weekend we were there was pretty full and our site was at the top of the B loop. "

      "We love going to Prineville Reservoir State Park because it isn't too big- lots of grassy spaces, great boating and beach area."

      from $26 - $152 / night

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      4. Ochoco Lake County Park

      3.8(14)8mi from PrinevilleRVs, Tents, Glamping

      "Tiny little campsite with spots right next to each other. 10 walk up tent sites, most are right along the water. Everyone is so close together you get to know your neighbors pretty well."

      "A downside is the proximity to the highway and the resulting noise."

      from $10 - $25 / night

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      5. Tumalo State Park Campground

      4.4(84)26mi from Prineville86 sitesRVs, Tents, Cabins, Glamping

      "We camped next to a field that was home to a mom cat and her kittens. The campground is usually busy and it next to the highway which made it little loud during rush hour."

      "It's convenient to both hiking in the surrounding area and the city to check out a brewery in the evening. Bathrooms were clean, sites were clean, sufficient enough space between sites."

      from $32 - $128 / night

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      6. Crook County RV Park

      4.1(7)1mi from PrinevilleRVs, Tents

      "Close to everything in the cute town of Prineville, on a scenic road bike route, across the street from the Crooked River and Rimrock Park with an elaborate frisbee golf course."

      "It is located right next to the fairgrounds and the town is really cute.  it is a little spends $$$"

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      7. Deschute County Expo RV Park

      3.9(17)17mi from PrinevilleRVs, Tents, Glamping

      "Our GPS and Waze wanted to take us to the Fair& Expo main gate, but we followed the website instructions to the RV park portion of the fairgrounds adjacent to the Juniper Golf Course."

      "We were traveling and getting near the end of our day when we called to see if this RV spot had anything for us. Everything around is full. There is a special exhibit nearby that people travel to."

      from $35 / night

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      8. Steelhead Falls Trailhead & Campground

      4.5(20)23mi from PrinevilleTents

      "Parking is roadside, but there’s plenty of places to roam and set up a tent. Beautiful views and adjacent to the Deschutes River. Fell asleep to the sound of rushing water. Priceless!"

      "There were a few camp spots, they’re kinda close to each other but enough distance for some privacy."

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      9. Reynolds Pond Recreation Site

      4.3(10)18mi from PrinevilleRVs, Tents

      "Lovely sunset nice place to let dog run."

      "A steady stream of locals came and went, running the dogs, fishing, playing guitar, even flying model pontoon planes, but it was quiet after dark."

      10. Redmond - Central Oregon KOA

      3.8(16)21mi from PrinevilleRVs, Tents, Cabins, Glamping

      "Redmond/Central Oregon KOA is such a beautiful place to come and camp. The views are incredible, and is one of the reasons why I really enjoy this place."

      "I’ve never stayed at a KOA before but it was close to the rock ranch we were going to so it was really convenient."

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    • Kevin W.
      Aug. 13, 2024

      Mecca Flat Campground

      Mecca Flats Campground

      While staying here in August 2024: -Dog friendly -No hookups -2 bars on Verizon -No shade -Madras, OR only 10 minutes away. -1 acres fenced in dog park in Madras OR (15 min. drive) -Used my credit card at the automated self pay station (super convenient). -fairly clean bathroom (toilet only). -From travel trailers to Teslas, they all have made down the road and plenty of room.

      Situated on the banks of the Deschutes Wild and Scenic River, Mecca Flat Campground is located just a mile and a half from Oregon State HIghway 26 near Warm Springs. The site features 13 individual campsites and one group use area. The southern terminus of the 7-mile long Trout Creek Trail can be accessed directly from the campground.

      Know Before You Go:

      All campsites, including the group use area are open year-round on a first-come, first-served basis; no potable water is available. The 1.6 mile Mecca Flat Road is narrow with few pullouts; use caution particularly when pulling a trailer. Access the nearby non-motorized Trout Creek Trail which fronts the Deschutes Wild and Scenic River for 7 miles where it terminates at Trout Creek Campground. Cell phone service is not available in the campground. Goathead, also known as puncturevine, is present in the area; protect your pets and bicycle tires Point of Interest:

      The Deschutes Railroad ran on portions of the nearby Trout Creek trail and Mecca Flat Road for several decades, competing with the Oregon Trunk Railroad before abandonment in the early 20th century. Look for the historic, now-abandoned tunnel near Highway 26 - but stay clear of this degrading and unstable structure.

    • Josh H.
      May. 31, 2020

      Bend / Sisters Garden RV Resort

      Rad top end camp ground!

      This place is loaded with just about everything you need from putt putt golf to a fully stocked pond (barbless un-baited hooks only, catch & release). We loved the giant dog park, huge sites, and the staff were absolutely amazing. They not only brought the bundles of wood to your site for you but they also come and collect your trash from your site.

      We will definitely be going back. The only problem I have with this place (and it can also be considered a good thing when dealing with bad dog owners that don’t pick up after their pets) is that they have signs everywhere saying to keep the dogs off the grass and are pretty rigid about enforcing it.

    • Kelly H.The Dyrt PRO User
      Jan. 6, 2024

      Prineville Reservoir Main Campground — Prineville Reservoir State Park

      Loved this smaller State Park and area!

      We were able to score a couple of nights here in Early May.  It's a very popular Oregon State Park and I'm sure summer requires advance planning.  The weekend we were there was pretty full and our site was at the top of the B loop.  Monday, however, the park cleared out to much fewer campers.   The lake was actually mostly full and the views were beautiful.   Some of the amenities were boating, of course, lake views from some sites, a nice dog park along with the normal state park fare.  We'll definitely make another trip!

    • Jill R.The Dyrt PRO User
      Jul. 31, 2025

      Crooked River Campground — The Cove Palisades State Park

      Love the Crooked River Campground

      I haven’t camped here in summer before, but am loving the experience. Lots of boaters, families, jet skis. Lots of fun happening. Great dog park. Beautiful views on the west side.

    • MeLinda W.
      Aug. 27, 2020

      Three Creeks Lake Campground

      Too many people

      The new management company definitely forgets to make the rounds. The place was packed with day users and campsites were overcrowded (12 cars next to us, 25 people in one site). It is a lovely lake but human impact may shut it down.

      I'm sure covid has played a part, but the reserve system is bringing in a different type of camper than we are comfortable with, and pushing away those "in exploration mode".

      I hope something happens soon before the area degenerates into a dog park/party place.

    • KThe Dyrt PRO User
      Jun. 17, 2021

      Crooked River Campground — The Cove Palisades State Park

      Family Friendly & Neighborhoodly

      Cove Palisades state park is pretty rad, especially if you’ve got a family! There’s a playground, a fenced in dog park, trail heads, showers, and a cute little camp store. If you’re looking for seclusion, this probably isn’t the park for you. But if you can get roll with the communal feel, Cove Palisades is great.

    • Bosn E.
      Aug. 9, 2025

      bend rv park

      New RV Park In Bend

      The correct name for this new park is Bend RV Resort.  I think this park is not yet a year old at this time.  It's located just off Hwy 97 and Murphy Road, near the Brookwood Plaza.  All pads are either concrete or paved asphalt.  Some of the sites have gas fire pits, some have fenced 'paw patios' , and some have neither.  There is a very nice common area building that includes laundry, fitness room, small store, pickleball courts, a non-heated swimming pool, and a hot tub.  There is also an off lease dog park.  The park is very near many Bend attractions; however, there is a lot of road noise from Murphy Road and Hwy 97.  If you want quiet, then I suggest getting one of the sites in the middle and away from Murphy Road.  The park is very clean as it's new.

    • Jennifer R.The Dyrt PRO User
      Oct. 12, 2020

      Crooked River Campground — The Cove Palisades State Park

      Sleepy little RV campground above Crooked River

      We arrived on a Monday afternoon of a long holiday weekend in October and the campground was about 1/4 full with half the sites closed for the season. Lots of trees, level paved pads, and electric and water hookup at all sites. $33 per night as of October 2020. Everything was clean and well maintained including a nice, roomy trash/recycling station and dual dump stations with lots of room for lines. Good distance between sites and the campground was very quiet. There was a separate grassy fenced dog area as nice as some of the dog parks in our neighborhood in Portland. We usually go for a more rustic/dispersed setup because we don’t want to be right on top of our neighbors when we camp, and we were pleasantly surprised by how idyllic this site was. Would stay again!

    • MickandKarla W.The Dyrt PRO User
      Nov. 5, 2023

      Crooked River Campground — The Cove Palisades State Park

      Beautiful Views

      We followed our RV GPS and WAZE, which agreed until we got near the state park. We checked out the confirmation email, which stated to follow the signs. We could have gotten to the campground(CG) following either our RV GPS or WAZE but held steady on following the signs. We arrived at the upper Crooked River CG early, so there was no one at the check-in; however, a ranger pulled up just as we were looking at the information board and she checked us in. We then proceeded to back-in site E61 with water and electric(50/30/20 AMP). We had no problem backing into our site, and the pad was just long enough for our 40’ fifth wheel and F450. We only paid an$8 online booking fee with the Oregon State Park Disabled Veterans Pass. The utilities were in the middle of the site, so that was convenient. The water pressure was close to 60 psi, and we used a reducer. Verizon was 1 bar, and as we were on the northwest edge of the CG, we had no problem getting a north shot for Starlink. There are mature trees in the CG, mainly on the interior sites, so satellite could be iffy in some sites. We were here the first week of October; only the first loop and the associated bathhouse were open. Sites on the NW edge of the CG from E71- E41 could be good for north or south satellites. Sites E65- E55 on the edge provide very nice mountain views. They have a large(about 1/4 acre) fenced dog park on the east side of the CG. Madras, 15 minutes away, has your major amenities. We enjoyed seeing deer moving around the CG, plus amazing views of the mountains and canyon.

    Guide to Prineville

    Prineville camping areas range from 2,800 to 3,500 feet elevation in Oregon's high desert, featuring juniper woodlands and dramatic geological formations. Summer temperatures frequently exceed 90°F while winter nights often drop below freezing. Spring and fall typically offer the most moderate conditions for tent camping, with less crowding at popular recreation sites.

    What to do

    Hiking at Steelhead Falls: Located 30 miles west of Prineville, this free BLM site offers a half-mile trail to a scenic waterfall. "There's a hike you can take along the shore of the reservoir - 4 miles out and back. Great geology as well," notes Amy B. about nearby Prineville Reservoir State Park.

    Rock climbing access: Smith Rock State Park serves as a world-renowned climbing destination with over 1,800 routes. "Smith is awesome for climbing, hiking, slacklining, and generally enjoying being outside," explains Katie L. about Smith Rock State Park Campground.

    Fishing opportunities: Ochoco Lake provides trout fishing with shoreline access. "This lake is one of my most favorite places to visit. It has opportunity for hiking, fishing, kayaking, canoeing, and slower boating," reports Christopher C. about Ochoco Lake County Park.

    What campers like

    Dark skies for stargazing: Away from major light pollution, several campgrounds offer excellent night viewing. "This is also a dark sky park and if the moon is not bright the stars are amazing," shares Amy B. about Prineville Reservoir State Park.

    Accessibility to multiple recreation areas: Many campgrounds serve as convenient bases for day trips. "We pulled up on a Saturday afternoon to find a plentiful selection of sites! Overall a great dry camping site and if it's full there are plenty of dispersed sites down the road!" Patrick D. mentions about Skull Hollow Campground.

    Educational programs: Some parks offer organized activities. "The educational programs are outstanding! The amenities are well cared for and the surroundings are incredible!" explains Rayne C. about Prineville Reservoir State Park.

    What you should know

    Limited shade coverage: Most campgrounds have minimal tree cover. "It was totally fine, we missed having a picnic table, but still there was a grill spot. Awesome location, in general I recommend it," shares Dani F. about Skull Hollow Campground.

    Water availability varies: Many dispersed sites lack water. "No water here, and no power. There are several pull-through sites and a few double sites. Each single site is $15 for one vehicle or RV, and $7 for an additional vehicle. Cash/check only," explains Laura M. about Skull Hollow.

    Seasonal considerations: Campsites change significantly with seasons. "Very little shade, I'd imagine it's miserably hot in the summer," notes Laura M. about the dog friendly campgrounds near Prineville.

    Reservation requirements: Some parks require advance booking. "Must book on ReserveAmerica.com. Drove around to select potential sites then confirmed open and booked online," advises Leonard H. about Tumalo State Park Campground.

    Tips for camping with families

    Swimming areas: Some parks offer designated swim zones. "There is a full restroom with showers that were open! Very clean. Across the street is a family park with a children's fishing pond that is stocked with rainbow trout for anyone 17 and under," explains Tessa W. about Crook County RV Park.

    Kid-friendly activities: Many parks provide family programming. "The picture is a glo-lite parade they had for the littles Saturday night- very cute. Nice pool, little store in the office, clean bathrooms," shares BettyAnn A. about Redmond Central Oregon KOA.

    Wildlife viewing opportunities: Dawn and dusk offer best wildlife viewing times. "A great horned owl visited the tree next to my site at 1:00 am and hooted away," reports Amy B. about her experience at Prineville Reservoir.

    Tips from RVers

    Site conditions: Levelness varies significantly between parks. "All of the lots were paved and kind of level. It was quiet for such a full area with some long term campers and a few families staying and very friendly," notes Tessa W. about Crook County RV Park.

    Dump station locations: Know where to empty tanks. "Nearest dump station is CampingWorld... only a few miles away at north side of Bend. Dump station list provided at entry gate is outdated," warns Leonard H. about Tumalo State Park.

    Power availability: Most dog friendly campgrounds near Prineville offer limited or no hookups. "If you need to plug-in to charge up and stock up before heading off grid, this campground is really nice and incredibly clean. It is located right next to the fairgrounds and the town is really cute," shares Claire M. about Crook County RV Park.

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