Established Camping
Perry South Campground
Warning 4 Alerts are In Effect
There are 4 alerts for this campground. Camp safely!
Warning 4 Alerts are In Effect
There are 4 alerts for this campground. Camp safely!
<strong>NOTICE</strong>: Due to maintenance on the spillway, <strong>Lake Billy Chinook will be 2 ft. lower than usual until mid-April</strong>. We will begin refilling once construction is complete and anticipate <strong>reaching regular summer levels no later than June 5, 2024.</strong> Lower water levels can affect docks, launches and shoreline access. The Cove Palisades State Park has open launches. Contact pgeparks@pgn.com with questions.
<strong>CAUTION</strong>: After paving, the road to Perry South Campground is now <strong>narrower </strong>than in past years. <strong>Please SLOW DOWN and STAY ALERT for oncoming traffic.</strong>
<strong>NOTICE</strong>: In response to customer feedback, we have established generator hours. Effective in 2024, <strong>generator use is allowed only from 8 am to 8 pm</strong>. It is prohibited to operate generators or idle engines between 8 pm and 8 am.
<strong>MOORAGE: Boat slips will be available by reservation for the 2024 season</strong>. Slips are $10 per night. The booking window is on a 6-month rolling basis. Please check the slip dimensions before booking.
About
USDA Forest Service
Deschutes National Forest
Overview
Located in the high desert region of central Oregon, Perry South Campground sits on the shores of Lake Billy Chinook in the Deschutes National Forest. It is a popular destination for outdoor enthusiasts to enjoy the area's scenic beauty and year-round recreational activities.
Recreation
Fishing and motorized boating top the list of recreational activities for visitors. Hikers should be sure to check out nearby Balancing Rocks Overlook, just west of Perry South Campground. Water enthusiasts of all types will enjoy the opportunities available. Motorized and non-motorized boats share the vicinity with swimmers and water skiers braving the cold, clear waters of Lake Billy Chinook. The day use are is a parking fee area; daily parking passes are $5. PGE also honors the NW Forest Pass and the America the Beautiful Passes. Boat slips are reservable___visit the Park Host to reserve one.
Facilities
Picnic areas and scenic overlooks, along with the conveniences of firewood, drinking water and vault toilets, give visitors the opportunity to enjoy the outdoors in a comfortable camping environment. The campground has a boat ramp, and dock space is available by reservation or if available, on a first come-first served basis.
Natural Features
Lake Billy Chinook is the highlight of the area. The lake, created by Round Butte Dam, fills the canyons of the Crooked, Metolius and Deschutes Rivers. Within these three large arms is 72 miles of shoreline, supporting fish habitats for bass, trout, salmon, whitefish, suckers, minnows and dace.Rugged hills and a diverse evergreen forest surround the lake, providing homes for mammals such as mule deer, coyote, black-tailed jackrabbit and cougars.
contact_info
Between 05/24/2024 and 09/29/2024 this location is staffed. Please call (541) 325-5315 to speak with local staff. From 09/30/2024 to 05/23/2025 this location is unstaffed. Please call (541) 325-5292 for general information.
Nearby Attractions
Visitors may want to explore the Tam-a-lau Trail, a scenic hike that starts on a peninsula at the confluence of the Crooked River and the Deschutes River in Cove Palisades State Park. Under the designation of a Wild and Scenic River, nearby Metolius River is nestled in a forested valley west of Mt. Jefferson. Its clear, cold and constant waters support flyfishing and whitewater boating. Lava Lands Visitor Center in nearby Bend, Oregon, offers visitors the opportunity to learn about the diverse landscape and history of the area through interpretive programs and exhibits.
Charges & Cancellations
A service fee will apply if you change or cancel your reservation. Late cancellations are subject to additional fees. For full details see the Recreation.Gov, Rules & Reservation Policies.
Fee Info
Access
- Drive-InPark next to your site
- Hike-InBackcountry sites.
- Boat-InSites accessible by watercraft.
Stay Connected
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Site Types
- Tent Sites
- RV Sites
- Standard (Tent/RV)
- Group
Features
For Campers
- Trash
- Picnic Table
- Phone Service
- Toilets
- Alcohol
- Pets
- Fires
For Vehicles
- Sanitary Dump
- Big Rig Friendly
Perfect small boat launch with camping
Perfect small spot with boat launch and camping spots. Good place to fish too! Has few walking paths also
Trees in the desert!
This campground is nestled all the way back on the east Cascade tree line along the Metolius river. It's a good drive down a dirt road and you don't see the tree line til you get there, but it is well worth it!
Location
Perry South Campground is located in Oregon
Directions
From Sisters, travel 5.6 miles northwest on Hwy 20. Continue 20.8 miles north on Forest Road 11, then 5.0 miles east on Forest Road 1170, and then 2.6 miles northwest of Forest Road 64.
Address
Montgomery Rd
Culver, OR 97734
Coordinates
44.5877778 N
121.4486111 W