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Bull Bend Campground in Oregon
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Bull Bend Campground

Deschutes National Forest, Oregon

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As of October 2026, Bull Bend Campground is a campground in Deschutes National Forest, Oregon with 10 campsites. Bull Bend Campground is booked through Recreation.gov.

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  • Bull Bend Campground is located at 43.7254° N, 121.6275° W.
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Bull Bend Campground reservations and next available dates

October 2026

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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 Bull Bend Campground, read on September 29, 2026.

Campsites at Bull Bend Campground

  • Standard 10

What an RV fits

  • 40 ft10 sites

Amenities

  • restrooms
  • potable water

At a glance: Setting: Lake.

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

All sites at Bull Bend Campground, as listed by Recreation.gov

Every site is in the Loop 1 loop.

SiteTypeSleepsMax RV
02Standard640 ft
03Standard640 ft
05Standard640 ft
06Standard640 ft
07Standard640 ft
08Standard640 ft
09Standard640 ft
10Standard640 ft
11Standard640 ft
12Standard640 ft

About Bull Bend Campground

Overview

Bull Bend is located along the Deschutes River just below the Wickiup Reservoir Dam.

Recreation

Bull Bend Campground offers a great location for fishermen. Fishing access is best found along the banks or using a non-motorized boat. Motorized boating is not permitted in the area.

Facilities

Bull Bend Campground can accommodate RV, trailer or tent-campers; however, electric and water hookups are not available. The campground does not have running water. All sites are equipped with a picnic table and fire pit. Vault toilets are available.

Natural Features

Bull Bend Campground is located on a small peninsula lined by the Deschutes River.

Nearby Attractions

Visitors can explore wilderness areas, rivers, lakes and reservoirs, and hundreds of miles of hiking trails. Newberry National Volcanic Monument offers a glimpse into Central Oregon's rich geologic history. Travel 25 miles to Lava Lands Visitor Center to explore exhibits at the interpretive center, attend a ranger talk, take in scenic views from the top of Lava Butte and travel one-mile underground through Lava River Cave. Travel 30 miles to Newberry Caldera to visit Paulina and East Lake, Paulina Peak and Paulina Falls.

Bull Bend Campground offers easy access to the Cascade Lakes Scenic Byway which weaves through multiple high lakes with views of South Sister, Broken Top and Mt. Bachelor.

Rules and notices at Bull Bend Campground

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

Notices from Recreation.gov

This is a no water facility so campers will need to bring their own supply.

This facility is pet friendly so long as animals are picked up after and kept on their leashes.

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

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.

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).

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 informa tion.

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.

Bull Bend Campground FAQ

How hard is it to get a campsite at Bull Bend Campground?

Bull Bend 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 Bull Bend Campground?

Cancellations happen frequently at Bull Bend 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 Bull Bend Campground have?

Bull Bend Campground has 10 campsites.

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