Cabin Lake Campground is located near Bend, Oregon, within the Deschutes and Ochoco National Forests. The terrain consists of forested areas and open grasslands. Temperatures range from 30°F in winter to 80°F in summer. Nearby attractions include the Newberry National Volcanic Monument and the High Desert Museum.
Description
Two 8' x 12' covered shelters, approximately 300' apart on a north-south line, permit silent human observers to spy upon thirsty animals. Each blind has a small concrete basin that puddles water piped nearby water collection aprons and storage tanks. Veiled wall openings allow viewing and photography from a distance of 15-20 feet. A barbed-wire fence surrounds the lower site and a pole fence surrounds the upper site. Be sure to browse the registry for its decades-long, international record of human and wildlife visitors. There is a picnic area nearby. Caution: Such close proximity between observer and wildlife demands absolute silence, so keep your dog or cat away. Bring a filled water container to replenish the drink-basin in case the supply system is disabled. You can leave your fishing rod and boat at home because the "lake" dried centuries ago.
RV Road Trip Guides
Map & DirectionsCabin Lake Campground is located in Oregon near Fort Rock
Directions
From Fort Rock: Travel north on Forest Road 18 (graveled Cabin Lake Road) for 9.5 miles to Forest Road 18-970 (dirt), Turn west on Forest Road 18-970 for 0.25 miles to parking area for the viewing blinds. Total Distance: 10 miles. Estimated Time: 30 minutes
Coordinates
43.49600015 N
121.05800082 W
Connectivity
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Connectivity
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- VerizonLTESome Coverage
- AT&TLTESome Coverage
Access
Site Types
- Tent Sites
Features
Drive Time
- 1 hr 29 min from Bend, OR
- 3 hrs 1 min from Eugene, OR
- 3 hrs 28 min from Albany, OR
- 4 hrs 4 min from Medford, OR
