Access to Lofton Reservoir runs rough, so drivers should account for the road conditions before committing, especially with larger rigs, though the site does accommodate vehicles up to 35 feet. Set within Fremont National Forest and managed by the US Forest Service, this small developed campground sits near the reservoir with direct access for fishing and kayaking. No water or garbage service is available, so campers need to arrive self-sufficient. Toilets and picnic tables are on-site, pets are welcome, and the season runs May through October. Campers wanting more camping near Fremont National Forest can find nearby alternatives, including Twin Springs Campground a few miles east.
Description
Lofton Reservoir Campground is one of the three main points of interest in the Lofton Recreation Area. Located 45 minutes east of Bly, Oregon, this highly developed campground features 26 campsites. 24 of the campsites are RV sites. The road is paved all the way to Lofton Area Reservoir, ideal if you’re towing a trailer or boat. A camp host is on site throughout the summer months and provides visitor information. These spacious campsites accommodate trailers and feature grills, fire rings, picnic tables, and tent pads. There are four vault toilets, five group sites, and one ADA designated site. This high elevation forest setting showcases a mixed conifer stand. The refreshing lakeside environment attracts migratory birds and deer. Although the water level varies in the reservoir, it is stocked annually. There is a boat ramp and dock that is ADA accessible. Besides fishing and relaxing, you can hike 1.5 miles to Heart Lake on a defined trail. This hike is uphill on the way back to Lofton, making it a moderate 3 mile round-trip trek. Some campers bring their pole, food, and make it a day outing of fishing, picnicking, and hiking. There is no potable water. Visitors need to pack an adequate supply of water.
RV Road Trip Guides
Map & DirectionsLofton Reservoir is located in Oregon near Lakeview
Directions
Lofton Reservoir Campground is located one hour 35 minutes east of Bly. From Bly, OR follow Oregon Highway 140 east toward Lakeview, Oregon. Turn right onto Forest Road (FS) 3715 then right on FS Road 013 to campground. Lofton Reservoir Campground vicinity map.
Coordinates
42.26300096 N
120.81500036 W
Connectivity
T-MobileNo Coverage
VerizonLTESome Coverage- AT&TNo Coverage
Connectivity
- T-MobileNo Coverage
- VerizonLTESome Coverage
- AT&TNo Coverage
Access
- Drive-InPark next to your site
Site Types
- Tent Sites
- RV Sites
- Standard (Tent/RV)
- Group
Features
For Campers
- Picnic Table
- Toilets
- Alcohol
- Pets
- Fires
For Vehicles
- Pull-Through Sites
Drive Time
- 2 hrs 53 min from Medford, OR
- 3 hrs 16 min from Bend, OR
- 3 hrs 19 min from Grants Pass, OR
- 4 hrs 9 min from Redding, CA
