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Cultus Lake Campground

Deschutes National Forest, Oregon

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As of October 2026, Cultus Lake Campground is a campground in Deschutes National Forest, Oregon with 48 campsites. Cultus Lake Campground is booked through Recreation.gov.

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Cultus Lake Campground is located at 43.8377° N, 121.8333° W.

people allowed on each site: 6

Cultus Lake 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 nights
Maximum stay: 28 nights

Published by Recreation.gov for Cultus Lake Campground, read on September 29, 2026.

Campsites at Cultus Lake Campground

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Standard 48

What an RV fits

20 ft1 site
24 ft16 sites
30 ft24 sites
36 ft6 sites
40 ft1 site

Amenities

restrooms
potable water

At a glance: Setting: Lake.

Things to do: boating, swimming, hiking, photography, stargazing, water sports.

All sites at Cultus Lake Campground, as listed by Recreation.gov

Site	Loop	Type	Sleeps	Max RV
001	Loop 1	Standard	6	24 ft
002	Loop 1	Standard	6	24 ft
003	Loop 1	Standard	6	30 ft
004	Loop 1	Standard	6	30 ft
005	Loop 1	Standard	6	40 ft
007	Loop 1	Standard	6	30 ft
008	Loop 1	Standard	6	24 ft
009	Loop 1	Standard	6	30 ft
011	Loop 1	Standard	6	24 ft
012	Loop 1	Standard	6	30 ft
013	Loop 1	Standard	6	24 ft
014	Loop 1	Standard	6	30 ft
015	Loop 1	Standard	6	30 ft
016	Loop 1	Standard	6	30 ft
018	Loop 2	Standard	6	30 ft
019	Loop 2	Standard	6	30 ft
020	Loop 2	Standard	6	30 ft
021	Loop 2	Standard	6	36 ft
022	Loop 2	Standard	6	24 ft
024	Loop 2	Standard	6	30 ft
025	Loop 2	Standard	6	36 ft
026	Loop 2	Standard	6	24 ft
027	Loop 2	Standard	6	30 ft
028	Loop 2	Standard	6	24 ft

Site	Loop	Type	Sleeps	Max RV
029	Loop 2	Standard	6	30 ft
031	Loop 2	Standard	6	36 ft
032	Loop 2	Standard	6	30 ft
033	Loop 2	Standard	6	30 ft
034	Loop 2	Standard	6	30 ft
035	Loop 2	Standard	6	24 ft
036	Loop 2	Standard	6	24 ft
037	Loop 2	Standard	6	24 ft
038	Loop 2	Standard	6	30 ft
039	Loop 2	Standard	6	30 ft
040	Loop 2	Standard	6	24 ft
041	Loop 2	Standard	6	30 ft
042	Loop 2	Standard	6	24 ft
043	Loop 2	Standard	6	24 ft
044	Loop 2	Standard	6	30 ft
045	Loop 2	Standard	6	36 ft
046	Loop 2	Standard	6	30 ft
047	Loop 2	Standard	6	30 ft
048	Loop 2	Standard	6	20 ft
049	Loop 2	Standard	6	36 ft
050	Loop 2	Standard	6	24 ft
051	Loop 2	Standard	6	24 ft
052	Loop 2	Standard	6	30 ft
053	Loop 2	Standard	6	36 ft

About Cultus Lake Campground

Overview

Cultus Lake is one of the few lakes along the Cascade Lakes National Scenic Byway that allows high speed motorized water craft. Cultus Lake Campground offers opportunities for waterskiing, windsurfing, swimming, sailing and jet skiing, as well as, access to trails leading into the Three Sisters Wilderness.

Recreation

Cultus Lake Campground offers opportunities for waterskiing, windsurfing, swimming, sailing and jet skiing, as well as, access to trails leading into the Three Sisters Wilderness.

Campers have the option to launch their boat from a walk-in boat launch located within the campground or the more developed boat launch located within the day use area.

Facilities

Cultus Lake Campground offers visitors 55 campsites suitable for tents, trailers and RVs under 30 feet. Larger RVs are not recommended due to narrow roads and smaller campsite sizes. The majority of campsites are well-shaded by the tree canopy with many sites offering water-front access. This facility has a number of vault toilets interspersed throughout the campground while each site comes equipped with a picnic table and a fire pit.

Nearby Attractions

Cultus Lake Campground is located on the shore of Cultus Lake just a few miles off the Cascade Lakes Highway. The campground offers visitors access to boating on Cultus Lake, hiking in the Three Sisters Wilderness and exploring the rich volcanic hisotry of Central Oregon's Cascades.

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 Cultus Lake Campground

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

Notices from Recreation.gov

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 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 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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Cultus Lake Campground FAQ

How hard is it to get a campsite at Cultus Lake Campground?

Cultus Lake Campground is rated "Moderate to Book" based on historical demand. With 48 sites available, you have good chances of finding availability, especially on weekdays.

How do I find last-minute availability at Cultus Lake Campground?

Cancellations happen frequently at Cultus Lake 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 Cultus Lake Campground have?

Cultus Lake Campground has 48 campsites.