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Allen Springs Campground in Oregon
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Allen Springs Campground

Deschutes National Forest, Oregon

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As of September 2026, Allen Springs Campground is a campground in Deschutes National Forest, Oregon with 15 campsites. Allen Springs Campground is booked through Recreation.gov.

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  • Allen Springs Campground is located at 44.5280Β° N, 121.6273Β° W.
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Allen Springs Campground reservations and next available dates

September 2026

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Next Available Dates

Oct 2 (6 sites)Oct 3 (6 sites)Oct 4 (11 sites)

6 sites open on Oct 2 at Allen Springs Campground. Book one now, or pick your dates above and get an alert when a site opens.

As of 30 September 2026, 05:14 UTC.

Stay and booking rules

  • Taxes apply
  • Maximum consecutive stay: 14 consecutive days
  • Maximum stay: 28 days
  • Minimum stay: 1 consecutive days

Published by Recreation.gov for Allen Springs Campground, read on September 29, 2026.

Campsites at Allen Springs Campground

  • Standard 15

What an RV fits

  • 20 ft1 site
  • 26 ft1 site
  • 30 ft3 sites
  • 32 ft1 site
  • 36 ft1 site

Amenities

  • restrooms
  • potable water

At a glance: Setting: Forest.

Things to do: hiking, wildlife, stargazing.

All sites at Allen Springs Campground, as listed by Recreation.gov

Every site is in the ALLEN SPRINGS CAMPGROUND loop.

SiteTypeSleepsMax RV
001Standard636 ft
002Standard6-
003Standard6-
004Standard6-
005Standard6-
006Standard6-
007Standard630 ft
008Standard632 ft
010Standard620 ft
011Standard626 ft
012Standard630 ft
013Standard630 ft
014Standard6-
015Standard6-
016Standard6-

About Allen Springs Campground

Overview

Like the other campgrounds on the Metolius, Allen Springs is located amongst towering Ponderosa Pines, on a turn of the Metolius River that broadens the river view. Most of the campsites are better suited to tents rather than RV's.

Recreation

This campground offers many opportunities for hiking and biking with the many trails nearby. The ponderosa pine forest provides shade as well as the chance to go bird or nature watching.

Facilities

This facility has 16 sites that are nestled along the Metolius River. The circular shape of the campground means most of the campsites are better suited to tents rather than RVs. Allen Springs is a No Water campground so campers will need to bring their own supply. Each site is equipped with a picnic table and fire pit. We do have vault toilets onsite There is also a small picnic area onsite.

Natural Features

Nestled in the forest with near the Metolius River. Allen Springs Campground is a great shady family spot with short hikes all around.

Nearby Attractions

The close proximity to the town of Sisters offers many additional amenities and attractions, as well as the nearby Sisters Wilderness Trails.

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.

Rules and notices at Allen Springs Campground

Recreation.gov does not date these notices. We last read them on September 29, 2026. Check Allen Springs Campground on Recreation.gov

Notices from Recreation.gov

Please Note: One RV with tow vehicle per single site or one vehicle per tent site. Most sites can accommodate 1 extra vehicle that is not included with the reservation fee. Extra vehicle will be charged a per night fee and collected at the campground.

Prevent the spread of invasive species by inspecting and cleaning packs, equipment and tires before using trails.

Fire Restrictions: Fire restrictions may be imposed at any time due to hot, dry weather conditions, at which time campfires and charcoal fires may not be allowed.

During your time in Central Oregon, you can find wildfire, prescribed fire and smoke information at centraloregonfire.org

Reserved Sites will be held until check out time (NOON) the day following your arrival date. Sites must be occupied by the checkout time of that following day to hold a reservation or the site will be forfeited and released to other guests.

Once your reservation start date has begun, neither the Recreation.gov Contact Center nor the campground manager will be able to modify your reservation.

Refunds: Refund requests made through www.recreation.gov will be charged a $10 processing fee. This fee is retained by the reservation service contractor along with the non-refundable reservation fee. All requests for the return of the non-refundable reservation fee and the cancellation fee will be declined by the campground concessionaire as they did not receive these fees (these are the fees retained by the reservation contractor, a different entity).

Camping or otherwise occupying a single location (including leaving camping equipment and/or related supplies) for a period longer than 14 consecutive calendar days is prohibited. β€˜Location’ means the occupied area, the occupied campsite, and the National Forest System lands in the immediate vicinity thereof. Camping or occupying any location on all National Forest lands for more than 28 calendar days total during a calendar year is prohibited.

Don't Move Firewood: Please protect Pacific Northwest forests by preventing the spread of invasive species. Firewood can carry insects and diseases that can threaten the health of our western forests. You can make a difference by obtaining and burning your firewood near your camping destination. Visit Dontmovefirewood.org for further information.

Click here for more information about Deschutes National Forest.

NO generator use is allowed in campgrounds between 10:00PM and 7:00AM (36 CFR 261.10). Silent power banks or battery powered devices are allowed.

Allen Springs Campground FAQ

How hard is it to get a campsite at Allen Springs Campground?

Allen Springs Campground is rated "Hard to Book" based on historical demand. This campground is popular and often books out weeks in advance. Your best strategy is to monitor cancellations.

How do I find last-minute availability at Allen Springs Campground?

Cancellations happen frequently at Allen Springs Campground, especially 1-2 weeks before check-in dates. PermitSnag monitors availability 24/7 and sends instant alerts when sites open up due to cancellations. This is often the best way to snag popular campsites.

How many campsites does Allen Springs Campground have?

Allen Springs Campground has 15 campsites.

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