Established Camping
Candle Creek Campground
Closed For the Season
This campground is closed for the season from September 17, 2024 through May 19, 2025.
Closed For the Season
This campground is closed for the season from September 17, 2024 through May 19, 2025.
Candle Creek Campground, near Sisters, Oregon, is a fantastic spot for those looking to escape into nature. With spacious sites that allow for tents and RVs, it’s perfect for a rustic camping experience right alongside the beautiful Metolius River.
This campground is all about the great outdoors, featuring large sites that provide ample room for hammocks and camp kitchens. Visitors rave about the peaceful ambiance, with the sound of rushing water creating a soothing backdrop. One camper noted, “The river is loud,” which adds to the charm of the location.
While there are no amenities like running water or electric hookups, the trade-off is a serene environment that many find refreshing. The campground is surrounded by stunning hiking trails, making it easy to explore the area. Reviewers have highlighted the beauty of the nearby trails, perfect for all ages.
Getting to Candle Creek can be a bit of an adventure, especially if you’re driving a low-clearance vehicle, but the journey is worth it. The secluded nature of the campground means you can enjoy a quiet retreat, away from the hustle and bustle. Whether you’re fishing, hiking, or just soaking in the views, Candle Creek Campground offers a memorable outdoor experience.
Description
National Forest
Deschutes National Forest
Overview
Candle Creek Campground sits at the confluence of the Metolius River and Candle Creek. It is at the end of the Metolius Valley and on the river where the rapids start. This unique location makes it a very popular spot among locals.
Recreation
Hiking and fishing top the list of recreational activities for visitors. For anglers, the spring-fed Metolius river offers a stunning setting for fly-fishing. The clear, cold water supports rainbow trout, whitefish, bull trout and kokanee salmon. For day hikers and backpackers, the area offers a wide variety of scenic terrain, ranging from riverside trails to routes in subalpine forests.
Natural Features
The headwaters of the adjacent Metolius River are at Metolius Springs at the base of Black Butte, a 3,076-foot cinder cone. The clear, cold river flows north from the springs through diverse coniferous forest and a landscape of volcanic activity. The area provides habitat for mammals such as mule deer, coyote and cougar. Migratory birds and native fish also call the area home.
Nearby Attractions
The Camp Sherman Fish Viewing Platform allows visitors the chance to view a variety of types of fish while the Metolius Research Natural Area gives bird watchers ample opportunities. Visit the Metolius Fish Hatchery or Wizard Falls Fish Hatchery display ponds to observe and feed different types of salmon and other fish. The Metolius-Windigo Trail, open to hikers, bikers and horses, is more than 100 miles in length and begins near the Metolius River headwaters west of the town of Sisters, Oregon. The trail was created in the 1980s primarily to serve long-distance horse riders seeking an alternative to the Pacific Crest Trail. Lava Lands Visitor Center in nearby Bend, Oregon, and the unique geological landscape of Newberry National Volcanic Monument draw visitors to the region as well. It is a great starting point for visitors to learn about the diverse landscape and history of the area through interpretive programs and exhibits. Visitors can also explore the Lava River Cave, located in the Newberry National Volcanic Monument. At 5,211 feet in length, the northwest section of the cave is the longest continuous lava tube in Oregon.
Charges & Cancellations
Once your reservation start date has begun, neither the Recreation.gov Contact Center nor the campground manager will be able to modify your reservation.
Fee Info
Once your reservation start date has begun, neither the Recreation.gov Contact Center nor the campground manager will be able to modify your reservation.
Location
Candle Creek Campground is located in Oregon
Directions
From Sisters, OR: Travel 12.4 miles northwest on Highway 20, then 12.3 miles north on Forest Road 12, and then 1.6 miles east on Forest Road 1200 980.
Address
P.O. BOX 249
Sisters, OR 97759
Coordinates
44.5768806 N
121.6285306 W
Access
- Drive-InPark next to your site
Stay Connected
- WiFiUnknown
- VerizonAvailable
- AT&TUnknown
- T-MobileUnknown
Site Types
- Tent Sites
- RV Sites
- Standard (Tent/RV)
Features
For Campers
- Trash
- Picnic Table
- Reservable
- Toilets
- Alcohol
- Pets
- Fires
Contact
General Info
Reservations
