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Pelton Park Campground houses multiple glamping options just outside Madras, including yurts, yomes (yurt domes) with bunkbeds, and inexpensive lake view cabins with air conditioning and heat. Tumalo State Park Campground and The Cove Palisades State Park's Deschutes Campground also offer luxurious glamping accommodations with electricity and heating for year-round comfort. "Generations of campers have stayed here, and if you have little ones, no doubt they'll want to continue the tradition," one guest shared about Pelton Park. These premium accommodations provide a perfect balance between outdoor immersion and modern comforts, with many sites featuring plush beds, climate control systems, and easy access to recreation areas. The glamping cabins at Redmond Central Oregon KOA deliver upscale amenities while maintaining a connection to the natural surroundings, with electricity, drinking water, and fire rings provided for convenience.
Lake views enhance several glamping experiences in the region, with waterfront accommodations at Olallie Lake Resort's premium cabins and yurts offering spectacular mountain vistas. Hiking trails connect directly to many glamping sites, including the Tam-a-lau Trail that starts from The Cove Palisades, providing a 7-mile scenic journey with panoramic views of Lake Billy Chinook and "the island." According to a camper, "Lake Billy Chinook is simply stunning, and there is a great hike, the Tam-A-Lau trail, that goes right from the campsite." Water recreation options abound, with kayak, paddle board, and boat rentals available at Pelton Park for glampers seeking water adventures. Several locations maintain a year-round operation schedule, while others like Deschutes Campground operate seasonally from mid-May through mid-September. Evening ranger programs at amphitheaters provide educational talks about local wildlife, adding an enriching element to luxury outdoor stays.
"Although, the water is nearby & there's bumper boats! Electricity, running water, showers, a fire pit, picnic table, a campstore, & firewood for sale."
"This campground is near Lake Billy Chinook. The campground is well maintained with lots of green grass and shade. Some spots are better then others but the C loop had amazing views. "
from $31 - $56 / night
Check Availability"Available to rent now are yomes (yurt domes) with bunkbeds and inexpensive lake view cabins with AC and heat."
"The park is very family-friendly, with easy physical access to restrooms, the docks and playground equipment."
from $24 - $58 / night
Check Availability"Many pull through spaces with full hookups and fire pit. Nice outdoor pool, playground, and the office/store was well stocked. Staff friendly on check in."
"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."
"very nice) pit toilets, or it could be due to the 14' clearance tunnel you need to pass through that limits some RVs, or it could be because of the rutted washboard gravel road that pleads for you to drive"
"It's located right along the Deschutes River with a landing used by rafters and fishers. There are lots of trails and roads to walk on, so it would be easy to spend a few nights here."
from $8 - $12 / night
Check Availability"Only a 10 minute drive from Bend, Tumalo offers a sophisticated camping experience."
"Unfortunately the neighbors weren’t great about following the quiet hours. The bathrooms and showers were really nice. We had a great time playing in the Deschutes river!"
from $32 - $128 / night
Check Availability"Restaurants on site as well. Central Oregon Views can’t be beat!"
"Coin Laundry. Close to Smith Rock and other Central Oregon adventures. The only drawback is coin showers, so bring quarters or use your own."
from $28 - $60 / night
Check Availability"Trillium Lake campground has the best location for Mt Hood views, hands down. The campground is quiet, not too many amenities(pit toilets, picnic table, fire pit)."
"You are pretty close to your camping neighbors, but we still loved this spot because there were trails that led to the water."
from $30 - $120 / night
Check Availability"This place is quite, staff are pleasant, facilities are clean and convenient."
"Picnic table, tent site, and fire pit. Sites on the lake looked great but we couldn’t find an open one. Lake: Beautiful lake. Really worth the drive."
"Only stayed one night, had walking access to the lake and a huge pretty secluded campsite. Beautiful area and almost no one there as of the end of September"
from $26 / night
Check Availability"Bathrooms are well lit and maintained, although they are quite noisy, 24/7. There is a new dish washing area just outside the bathrooms that has two deep sinks and a nice counter."
"One exit off the main "downtown" of sisters. This is a great spot if you want to access the adorable town of Sisters."
from $25 - $55 / night
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ScoutThis campground has it all, except water. Although, the water is nearby & there's bumper boats! Electricity, running water, showers, a fire pit, picnic table, a campstore, & firewood for sale. We only stayed two nights, but we had a great time. We went to nearby Richardson Rock Ranch & came back to the campground in the evenings. We will be coming back.
TravelerTumalo State Park gets only 3 stars from me because it was hot and crowded. Since its only 4 miles North of popular Bend, Oregon, its a convenient stop... but what I consider "pit stop camping," on my way to quieter destinations. They have good campground amenities for this: flush toilets, running water, showers. Its a pretty location, near many fun outdoor activities near and in Bend, but the sites were too crowded together for my taste. Note that, as in most of Oregon in high summer, open flames and camp fires are prohibited. It is a Red Flag zone, meaning there is a high danger of wildfires. In fact, as of last week (late July, 2018) you could see the smoke from several fires in the surrounding forests.
TravelerOnly stayed one night ..The drive was intense in a Honda but I made it...followed someone in...otherwise not sure if I could find it with no service. The spot was peaceful , cleanish toilets and there was a fire ban at the time so we had to bring our own fire pit which was tricky and also called for a lot more bugs . Oh yeah bugs- MOSQUITOES and all the other goodies you find high up in the tops of mountain lakes. But a great find none the less would go again and stay longer since it’s such a drive up.
GuideThe lake is not stocked with fish or even water anymore. You can practically walk across. Kayaks and canoe are great. Nothing bigger. Running water was a plus. No Cell Service.
TravelerShowers, bathrooms, and running water are available. A tent site is $21/night with 1 car allowed. Additional cars are $7/night. There aren't any tent sites secluded from yurts and RVs, so you will be hearing generators run, though people did shut them off at 10. IMO, it's expensive for a tent site in a spot where you're surrounded by glampers.
ScoutThere are a couple differences between the Olallie Lake Resort and its facilities vs The Olallie Lake Guard Station Cabin. Although near to each other on the lake, and both managed by the resort staff, the Guard Station Cabin is owed by the Forest Service. They do not allow pets in the cabin or in your car when you rent it.
The resort rents a number of rustic cabins themselves, along with two yurts, and operates a number of nearby campgrounds, the store, and the boat rentals.
The Guard Station Cabin must be rented from Recreation.gov , and has much less basic facilities, kitchen with hot & cold running water. Propane powered stove/oven, refrigerator , and built in lights. Pit toilet nearby,
I believe the other reviews refer to the resort's cabins.
GuideGenerations of campers have stayed here, and if you have little ones, no doubt they'll want to continue the tradition. The park has experienced many improvements since the landslide transformed and closed it many years ago. Available to rent now are yomes (yurt domes) with bunkbeds and inexpensive lake view cabins with AC and heat. A swimming hole, playground and amphitheatre delight little campers, and a store/restaurant/rental business delight adults who run out of ice, beer, fishing tackle, or other necessities. Kayaks, paddle boards and other water sport equipment is available for rent. The lake is long and deep with Kokanee, Rainbow Trout and Bull Trout, but you'll need to make sure you purchase an Indian permit (available at the store) if you want to fish for them. Take a trolling boat up the narrows to the back of Round Butte Dam in the morning and rev up the engine for a mile of skiing area near Pelton Dam to cool off in the afternoon. This is a PGE park with on-site camp hosts and regular visits from the local law enforcement. You'll feel safe camping here solo or with your children. Quiet time is politely enforced. There is a community kitchen available for cooking or washing dishes and clean flush toilets and shower facilities are on site. Electrical hookups abound, even if you are tenting, you can bring an extension cord to recharge, light, or cool off your campsite.
GuideCute small campground on a little hill overlooking a lake. Tent sites by the lake's edge.
Very Clean bathrooms with code for campers. Pits for public areas.
Since there are no RV services be prepared to hear some generators running occasionally. Quiet hours 10PM-7AM. Water is available but may not be close enough for a hose to your RV. Most sites have good Starlink view of skies.
GuideOnly spent one night there, but enjoyed the stay. Many pull through spaces with full hookups and fire pit. Nice outdoor pool, playground, and the office/store was well stocked. Staff friendly on check in. Quite a ways from Redmond for shopping or restaurants, but a really pretty setting.
The Alder Springs region sits in the high desert terrain of Central Oregon, where elevation ranges between 2,500-3,500 feet producing dramatic temperature swings from day to night. Camping near Alder Springs offers access to the Deschutes, Crooked, and Metolius river watersheds with their distinctive canyon formations. Several campgrounds remain open year-round despite seasonal temperature extremes that can dip below freezing at night even during summer months.
Hiking the Tam-a-lau Trail: Access this moderate 7-mile trail at The Cove Palisades State Park for panoramic views of the surrounding landscape. "Very peaceful campground with great hiking and recreation. There is a great hike, the Tam-A-Lau trail, that goes right from the campsite," notes Christian about Deschutes River Campground.
Fishing on Lake Billy Chinook: The lake holds rainbow trout, kokanee, and bull trout, but requires an Indian permit available for purchase at local stores. Troy M. from Pelton Park Campground mentions, "They offer Tent sites, Yurts, cabins, large RV spaces with full or partial hookups, boat rental, store, cafe, fish cleaning station, group shelter with electricity and electric cooking stoves."
Swimming in designated lakes: While some lakes prohibit swimming, others welcome it. "Head Lake is nearby (within 5 minutes of the store) and has a dock, large rocks to sit on and is a wonderful swimming lake. There are also over 25 lakes in the scenic area to hike to and swim in," explains Dan J. about the lakes near Olallie Lake Resort.
Winter snowshoeing: Several areas offer winter recreation opportunities. "There is also snow-shoeing here in the winter, but don't underestimate the sloped road you have to get down (and back-up) to get to the lake in the first place!" warns Raphaela H. about Trillium Lake.
Canyon views from campsites: Many sites offer dramatic vistas overlooking river canyons. "RV's back up against the canyon rim and have a beautiful backdrop," shares Kelsey G. about Crooked River Ranch, adding "There's a nice walking trail (Matt's Trail) that takes you around the campground along the canyon edge (level: easy)."
Quiet, undeveloped river access: Some locations offer more secluded river experiences. Lisa K. says of Trout Creek Campground, "You can sit by the river in the shade of an ancient juniper and watch the wild horses from the Warm Springs Indian Reservation collect at the watering hole while dipping your feet in the icy rushing water."
Community amenities in some parks: Certain campgrounds feature unexpected amenities. At Redmond - Central Oregon KOA, according to Julie P., "They have a pool (which was always crowded), and they also have a place where you can rent bikes and petal-kart rentals. My family and I did this one morning and had an absolute blast."
Fishing lakes with restricted motors: Many campers appreciate the quiet fishing environment. "Olallie Lake is stocked with rainbow trout and brood trout. They rent row boats for trolling. Motor boats are not allowed (which is nice)," notes Dan J. about recreation options at Olallie Lake Resort.
Road conditions vary dramatically: Many campgrounds require travel on unpaved roads. "The last ten miles, or so, of the road are pretty rough. Most reasonable cars should be able to make it but I'd suggest a 4x4," advises Dan J. about accessing Olallie Lake Resort for yurt camping near Alder Springs, Oregon.
Seasonal operation schedules: While some campgrounds operate year-round, many have limited seasons. Jennifer R. notes about Deschutes River Campground, "Steep and curving roads to get there, but a great little campground near the water. Only open mid May to mid September."
Varying water levels: Lakes can have significantly different water levels depending on season. "The lake was low when we were there," mentions Alicia F. about Clear Lake, while another camper notes about a different lake, "When we arrived there in August the 'lake' was more of a river."
Specific fire restrictions: Fire policies vary by location and season. Kelsey G. points out about Crooked River Ranch, "No wood or charcoal fires. Only propane grills," which is important information for meal planning.
Pack quarter rolls for showers: Some campgrounds require coins for facilities. "My only issue was the bathrooms were clean and great but you needed quarters to take a shower. I don't carry quarters and usually only use them for laundry but add the shower fee to that it was easily 6-8$ in quarters," warns Sarah R. about Crooked River Ranch.
Consider pet restrictions for swimming areas: Not all recreation areas allow dogs. Troy B. notes about Deschutes River Campground, "They don't allow dogs at the 'beaches' which sucks because that's the only place kids can comfortably swim."
Attend ranger programs: Educational opportunities exist at many parks. Troy B. explains, "They put on a power point for the kids about local animals," making for an enriching family experience at Deschutes River Campground.
Look for kid-friendly amenities: Some campgrounds offer specific facilities for children. Kristina G. from Pelton Park Campground explains, "The park is very family-friendly, with easy physical access to restrooms, the docks and playground equipment. Pet-friendly too, stocked poo bags, poles by restrooms to hold leashes and a small fenced-in area to let the dogs run and play."
Site leveling challenges: Bring equipment to level your RV at certain campgrounds. "If you are bringing an RV or travel trailer, I recommend bringing blocks for your stabilizers as some of the sites have a decent slope to them," advises Darren N. about Crooked River Ranch.
Limited clearance access: Some roads have height restrictions. When visiting Trout Creek Campground, be aware of the "14' clearance tunnel you need to pass through that limits some RVs" as mentioned by Lisa K.
RV site orientation options: Consider site orientation when booking. At Crooked River Ranch, MickandKarla W. discovered, "When we got there the people in 13 had pulled in the wrong direction, so if we pulled in the right way we would step out our door into their picnic table," adding "a lot of campers pull-in the opposite direction so their back window faces the picturesque mountains."
Full hookup availability: Several campgrounds offer full hookup options during specific seasons. Patti S. notes about Tumalo State Park Campground, "Wonderful Oregon State Park. Very small park with FHU's!"
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