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Blue Bay Campground

Deschutes National Forest, Oregon

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As of October 2026, Blue Bay Campground is a campground in Deschutes National Forest, Oregon with 21 campsites. Blue Bay Campground is booked through Recreation.gov.

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Blue Bay Campground is located at 44.4200° N, 121.7319° W.

people allowed on 19 of 21 sites: 6
people allowed on each of the 2 largest sites: 12

Blue Bay Campground reservations and next available dates

October 2026

November 2026

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Stay and booking rules

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

Published by Recreation.gov for Blue Bay Campground, read on September 30, 2026.

Campsites at Blue Bay Campground

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Standard 21

What an RV fits

20 ft1 site
24 ft1 site
28 ft5 sites
30 ft6 sites
32 ft1 site
34 ft1 site
36 ft3 sites
40 ft3 sites

Amenities

restrooms
potable water

At a glance: Setting: Forest.

Things to do: fishing, boating, swimming, hiking, photography.

All sites at Blue Bay Campground, as listed by Recreation.gov

Every site is in the AREA BLUE BAY loop.

Site	Type	Sleeps	Max RV
001	Standard	6	36 ft
002	Standard	6	36 ft
003	Standard	6	32 ft
004	Standard	6	30 ft
005	Standard	6	28 ft
006	Standard	6	28 ft
007	Standard	6	30 ft
008	Standard	6	36 ft
009	Standard	6	34 ft
010	Standard	6	40 ft
011	Standard	6	30 ft
012	Standard	6	28 ft
013	Standard	12	40 ft
014	Standard	6	28 ft
015	Standard	12	40 ft
016	Standard	6	28 ft
017	Standard	6	20 ft
019	Standard	6	24 ft
020	Standard	6	30 ft
021	Standard	6	30 ft
022	Standard	6	30 ft

About Blue Bay Campground

Overview

Blue Bay Campground is situated in a diverse forest of pine and fir on the south shore of Suttle Lake in Deschutes National Forest. Its proximity to high alpine lakes, lush forests and towering peaks in nearby wilderness areas make it a popular destination for individual and group camping excursions.

Recreation

Popular activities in the area include hiking, fishing and motorized boating in the summer months, as well as cross-country skiing and snowshoeing in the winter.

Numerous non-motorized trails can be accessed from the campground and in the surrounding area. The 3.2-mile Suttle Lake Loop Trail meanders through the developed recreation areas on Suttle Lake. The trail follows the wooded shoreline of the lake, providing opportunities for fishing or picnicking along the way.

For fishing, boats are most commonly used on Suttle Lake. Float tubes are adequate, and wading is possible in some areas. A few areas are fishable from shore. The lake sustains an excellent population of naturally reproducing kokanee, brown trout, whitefish and crayfish.

The campground has a shallow boat ramp area, and most campsites have easy access to the waterfront. Motorized and non-motorized boats are allowed on Suttle Lake.

Facilities

Blue Bay Campground offers standard sites that accommodate both tents and RVs, but no hookups are available. Picnic tables and campfire rings with grills are provided, as are vault toilets and drinking water.

Natural Features

Suttle Lake is surrounded by mixed conifer forest. Its waters are deep and clear, formed in a terminal moraine, deposited by glacial ice about 25,000 years ago.

Lake Creek flows eastward from Suttle Lake to the Metolius River. The clear, cold Metolius flows north from headwater springs through diverse coniferous forests and a volcanic landscape with extinct volcanoes, cinder cones, calderas and ancient lava flows.

Nearby Attractions

Visitors can explore wilderness areas, lakes, reservoirs, wild and scenic rivers and approximately 1,600 miles of trails that comprise nearly 2.5 million acres within the Deschutes National Forest and the adjacent Ochoco National Forest.

Rules and notices at Blue Bay Campground

Recreation.gov does not date these notices. We last read them on September 30, 2026. Check Blue Bay Campground on Recreation.gov

Notices from Recreation.gov

Shallow launch area at boat ramp; larger watercraft not recommended

A day use fee charged at nearby Scout Lake

Boat launch parking is for day use only and requires a recreation fee seperate from camping fees. Park your boat trailers and vehicles at your campsite please.

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

Please Note: One RV with tow vehicle per single site or one vehicle per single tent site. Two RV’S with tow vehicle per double site or two vehicles per double 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.

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.

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).

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

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. ‘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.

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.

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Blue Bay Campground FAQ

How hard is it to get a campsite at Blue Bay Campground?

Blue Bay Campground is rated "Moderate to Book" based on historical demand. With 21 sites available, you have good chances of finding availability, especially on weekdays.

How do I find last-minute availability at Blue Bay Campground?

Cancellations happen frequently at Blue Bay 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 Blue Bay Campground have?

Blue Bay Campground has 21 campsites.