Deschutes & Ochoco National Forests
Crooked River National Grassland

Recreational Activities Developed Camping Spring Campground and Day Use Deschutes National Forest - Crescent Ranger District

CAMPGROUNDS By Name By District By Location     Horse Camps RESERVATION INFO

SEASON: May to October

ACCESS: from Crescent, 12.2 miles west on Rd. 61, then 3.5 miles north on Hwy. 58 , then 8.1 miles west on Rd. 60

DESCRIPTION: Spring Campground has widely spaced vegetation which gives an open and sunny character. The beaches at Crescent Lake are exceptional for a high Cascade lake, and despite its size, Crescent Lake's water seems to warm up more than most of the other large high lakes in our area. Waterskiing, sailing, windsurfing, sunning, hiking, mountain biking, and fishing are attractions offered by this lake.

ELEVATION: 4850

FACILITIES: Drinking water is provided from a deep well through a piped distribution system. Refuse bins are located in the campground, and garbage is picked up once each week. Vault toilet facilities are provided throughout the campground. The campground road is paved. Firewood is not provided, but can be gathered from the forest nearby. A small area of the campground is set aside for day-use picnicking. Boat launch ramp, floating loading dock, and limited day-use parking for boaters are provided.

SITES: There are 68 individual camping units each having a fireplace, table, and parking spur. Sites which are suitable for tent, trailer, and motorhome camping are available, but no hook-ups are provided.

MAXIMUM SPUR LENGTH: 50 feet

SPECIAL ACTIVITIES: picnicking, fishing, swimming, boating, hiking, wind surfing, water skiing

OPERATED BY: Hoodoo Recreation Services

CAMPGROUND FEE: per night per site

• Single Site: $16.00 first vehicle and $8.00 each additional vehicle
• Multi Site: $30.00 (includes first two vehicles) and $8.00 each additional vehicle

RESERVATIONS: None

USDA Forest Service - Deschutes & Ochoco National Forests
Last Modified: Friday, 05 June 2009 at 18:35:56 EDT