Established Camping
Cabin Lake Campground
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.
Location
Cabin Lake Campground is located in Oregon
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
Detours Nearby
Newberry Group Camp Site
1 hr 9 min away
Bull Bend Campground
1 hr 11 min away
Access
Connectivity
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Site Types
- Tent Sites
