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Paulina Lake Campground

Deschutes National Forest, Oregon

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As of October 2026, Paulina Lake Campground is a campground in Deschutes National Forest, Oregon with 42 campsites. Paulina Lake Campground is booked through Recreation.gov.

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Paulina Lake Campground is located at 43.7119° N, 121.2761° W.

people allowed on each site: 8

Paulina 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 days

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

Campsites at Paulina Lake Campground

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Standard 42
Accessible 2

What an RV fits

18 ft1 site
28 ft1 site
32 ft2 sites
34 ft2 sites
35 ft1 site
36 ft11 sites
40 ft20 sites

Amenities

restrooms
potable water

At a glance: Setting: Forest.

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

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

Every site is in the Paulina Lake Campground loop.

Site	Type	Sleeps	Max RV	Access
01	Standard	8	-	-
02	Standard	8	40 ft	-
03	Standard	8	40 ft	-
04	Standard	8	36 ft	-
05	Standard	8	32 ft	-
06	Standard	8	40 ft	-
07	Standard	8	40 ft	-
08	Standard	8	40 ft	-
09	Standard	8	40 ft	-
10	Standard	8	40 ft	-
11	Standard	8	36 ft	-
12	Standard	8	40 ft	-
13	Standard	8	36 ft	-
14	Standard	8	40 ft	-
15	Standard	8	-	-
43	Standard	8	-	-
44	Standard	8	-	Accessible
45	Standard	8	18 ft	Accessible
46	Standard	8	35 ft	-
47	Standard	8	28 ft	-
48	Standard	8	40 ft	-

Site	Type	Sleeps	Max RV	Access
49	Standard	8	32 ft	-
50	Standard	8	40 ft	-
51	Standard	8	36 ft	-
52	Standard	8	34 ft	-
53	Standard	8	36 ft	-
54	Standard	8	34 ft	-
55	Standard	8	36 ft	-
56	Standard	8	40 ft	-
57	Standard	8	40 ft	-
58	Standard	8	40 ft	-
59	Standard	8	36 ft	-
60	Standard	8	36 ft	-
61	Standard	8	36 ft	-
62	Standard	8	40 ft	-
63	Standard	8	40 ft	-
64	Standard	8	40 ft	-
65	Standard	8	40 ft	-
66	Standard	8	40 ft	-
67	Standard	8	40 ft	-
68	Standard	8	36 ft	-
69	Standard	8	36 ft	-

About Paulina Lake Campground

Overview

Paulina Lake Campground is located 6,350 ft. above sea level in the caldera of Newberry Volcano, on the edge of the beautiful Paulina Lake. Conveniently located within Newberry National Monument, visitors to this area are taken aback by the incredible views this has to offer, highlighting volcanic landscapes intermixed with diverse forests, typical of central Oregon.

Popular for both its geological significance and multitude of recreational activities, Paulina Lake Campground is ideal for individual and family camping excursions.

For more information about the Newberry National Volcanic Monument, please visit: https://www.fs.usda.gov/recarea/deschutes/recarea/?recid=66159

Recreation

The unique location of Paulina Lake Campground offers visitors opportunities to hike shoreline trails and alpine vistas.

Visitors can also take advantage of time on the lake, boating, kayaking and fishing.

For anglers, this lake offers fantastic fishing opportunities. Spanning a surface area of 1,531 acres, the lake supports rainbow trout, brown trout and Kokanee salmon.

In September, the outlet of Paulina Lake may be choked with Kokanee moving to spawn in Paulina Creek.

Facilities

Paulina Lake campground has excellent sites for all forms of camping and plenty of large sites for RVs.

Picnic areas, boating, shoreline trails, and stunning views of the lake, along with the conveniences of drinking water and flush toilets, give visitors the opportunity to enjoy the outdoors while still having many of the conveniences of home.

Natural Features

Paulina Lake is located within the collapsed crater, or "caldera" of Newberry Volcano. Nearly five miles in diameter, this caldera encircles the basins of Paulina Lake, and its twin, East Lake.

Neither lake receives water from an inlet stream, but instead, rely on rain, snowmelt and hot springs for water. Paulina Creek drains the lake and has chiseled a narrow gorge through the caldera's west wall creating a remarkable twin waterfall. Thermal vents and hot springs along the lake's northeast edge help create a highly productive ecosystem.

Wetlands, diverse forests, and rocky slopes near the campground provide a necessary habitat for shorebirds, porcupine, deer, bats and the occasional black bear.

Contact Info

For facility specific information, please call (541) 323-1746.

Nearby Attractions

Lava Lands Visitor Center in nearby Bend, Oregon, is a great starting point for visitors to learn about the diverse landscape and history of the area through interpretive programs and exhibits.

Visitors can explore the Lava River Cave, also located in the Newberry National Volcanic Monument. At 5,211 feet (1,588 m) in length, the northwest section of the cave is the longest continuous lava tube in Oregon.

A rustic lodge near the campground, operating under a special use permit from the Deschutes National Forest, offers visitors lodging, last minute essentials and a cafe.

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 Paulina Lake Campground

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

Notices from Recreation.gov

This campground has no beach access. It has great access for those wishing to launch trailered boats. The Day Use area outside the campground can be used to launch kayaks and Paddle boards.

Fishing and swimming off the boat dock is prohibited.

Clean packs, equipment and tires before using lake or trails

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

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.

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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Paulina Lake Campground FAQ

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

Paulina Lake Campground is rated "Moderate to Book" based on historical demand. With 42 sites available, you have good chances of finding availability, especially on weekdays.

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

Cancellations happen frequently at Paulina 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 Paulina Lake Campground have?

Paulina Lake Campground has 42 campsites.