Little Fawn Campground

Deschutes National Forest, Oregon

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As of October 2026, Little Fawn Campground is a campground in Deschutes National Forest, Oregon with 8 campsites. Little Fawn Campground is booked through Recreation.gov.

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Little Fawn Campground is located at 43.9631° N, 121.7958° W.

Little Fawn 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
Minimum stay: 1 consecutive nights

Published by Recreation.gov for Little Fawn Campground, read on September 30, 2026.

Campsites at Little Fawn Campground

Amenities

restrooms
potable water

At a glance: Setting: Forest.

Things to do: fishing, boating, swimming, wildlife, climbing, photography.

About Little Fawn Campground

Overview

Little Fawn Group Camp, 37 miles southwest of the town of Bend, is located on the southeastern shores of Elk Lake.

Recreation

Elk Lake provides the opportunity for boating, windsurfing, water skiing, fishing and swimming. A nice beach and large day-use area provide plenty of shoreline for swimming. A boat ramp is located within the campground.

Facilities

Little Fawn Group Camp offers all single-family camp sites and on a First Come First Serve. The campground accommodates tent and RV camping, but electrical hookups are not available. Sites are equipped with tables and campfire rings with grills. Vault toilets and drinking water are provided.

Natural Features

From various points around Elk Lake you can catch glimpses of South Sister and Mt. Bachelor. Wetlands, diverse forests and rocky slopes near the campground provide habitat for shorebirds, porcupine, deer, bats and the occasional black bear.

Nearby Attractions

Lava Lands Visitor Center in nearby Bend, Oregon, and the unique geological landscape of Newberry National Volcanic Monument, draw visitors to the region as well. Visitors enjoy traveling the Cascade Lakes Scenic Byway which climbs through the Cascades on a 66-mile drive weaving past snow-capped peaks and alpine lakes.

Rules and notices at Little Fawn Campground

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

Notices from Recreation.gov

The camping fee includes entry for 1 vehicle and 1 legally towed vehicle, any extra vehicles will be subject to an extra vehicle fee at the campground.

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

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.

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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.

Please Note: The Little Fawn Group Area (21-31) is no longer rented as a group site. These sites are available individually on a first-come-first-served basis. We are actively working on updating the site listings for this campground.

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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Little Fawn Campground FAQ

How hard is it to get a campsite at Little Fawn Campground?

Little Fawn 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 Little Fawn Campground?

Cancellations happen frequently at Little Fawn 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 Little Fawn Campground have?

Little Fawn Campground has 8 campsites.