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Rock Creek Campground (Deschutes National Forest, or) in Oregon
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Rock Creek Campground (Deschutes National Forest, or)

Deschutes National Forest, Oregon

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As of October 2026, Rock Creek Campground (Deschutes National Forest, or) is a campground in Deschutes National Forest, Oregon with 25 campsites. Rock Creek Campground (Deschutes National Forest, or) is booked through Recreation.gov.

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  • Rock Creek Campground (Deschutes National Forest, or) is located at 43.7681° N, 121.8342° W.
people allowed on 23 of 25 sites
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people allowed on each of the 2 largest sites
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Rock Creek Campground (Deschutes National Forest, or) reservations and next available dates

October 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 Rock Creek Campground (Deschutes National Forest, or), read on September 28, 2026.

Campsites at Rock Creek Campground (Deschutes National Forest, or)

  • Standard 25

What an RV fits

  • 30 ft2 sites
  • 35 ft12 sites
  • 40 ft11 sites

At a glance: Setting: Mountain.

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

All sites at Rock Creek Campground (Deschutes National Forest, or), as listed by Recreation.gov

SiteLoopTypeSleepsMax RV
002Loop 1Standard630 ft
003Loop 1Standard630 ft
004Loop 1Standard635 ft
005Loop 1Standard635 ft
006 MultiLoop 1Standard1240 ft
007Loop 1Standard635 ft
008Loop 1Standard635 ft
009Loop 2Standard635 ft
010 MultiLoop 2Standard1240 ft
011Loop 2Standard635 ft
012Loop 2Standard635 ft
013Loop 2Standard640 ft
014Loop 3Standard635 ft
SiteLoopTypeSleepsMax RV
015Loop 3Standard640 ft
016Loop 3Standard640 ft
017Loop 3Standard640 ft
018Loop 3Standard640 ft
019Loop 3Standard635 ft
020Loop 4Standard640 ft
021Loop 4Standard640 ft
022Loop 4Standard640 ft
023Loop 4Standard635 ft
024Loop 4Standard635 ft
025Loop 4Standard635 ft
026Loop 4Standard640 ft

About Rock Creek Campground (Deschutes National Forest, or)

Overview

Rock Creek Campground is located on the western shore of Crane Prairie Reservoir along the Cascade Lakes Highway.

Recreation

Crane Prairie Reservoir is known for fishing and boating opportunities. The Oregon Department of Fish and Wildlife manages populations of rainbow trout, mountain whitefish, brook trout and largemouth bass. Fish cleaning stations and a boat ramp are within the campground.

Facilities

Located just off the Cascade Lakes Highway, Rock Creek Campground is spread out along the western shores of Crane Prairie Reservoir. Almost all the sites are large and isolated from the other sites, and many are located right on the shore of the lake.

This facility has a boat ramp offering access to Crane Prairie Reservoir. Boat launch parking is for day use only and requires a recreation fee separate from camping fees.

Natural Features

Crane Prairie Reservoir is a great spot for viewing a variety of wildlife. Sandhill cranes, bald eagles and osprey frequent the area. The adjacent forest is home to black-backed woodpecker, Williamson's sapsucker and mountain chickadee.

On summer mornings or evenings, visitors may glimpse Rocky Mountain elk grazing the lakeside meadows. Deer, squirrel, beaver and an occasional black bear also find habitat in the surrounding forest.

Nearby Attractions

Nearby Osprey Point is a unique interpretive area where visitors can observe osprey nesting platforms erected after natural snags toppled from age.

Visitors enjoy traveling the Cascade Lakes Scenic Byway which climbs 66-miles through the Cascade Range, weaving past snow-capped peaks and alpine lakes.

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 Rock Creek Campground (Deschutes National Forest, or)

Recreation.gov does not date these notices. We last read them on September 28, 2026. Check Rock Creek Campground (Deschutes National Forest, or) on Recreation.gov

Notices from Recreation.gov

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.

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.

Rock Creek Campground (Deschutes National Forest, or) FAQ

How hard is it to get a campsite at Rock Creek Campground (Deschutes National Forest, or)?

Rock Creek Campground (Deschutes National Forest, or) is rated "Moderate to Book" based on historical demand. With 25 sites available, you have good chances of finding availability, especially on weekdays.

How do I find last-minute availability at Rock Creek Campground (Deschutes National Forest, or)?

Cancellations happen frequently at Rock Creek Campground (Deschutes National Forest, or), 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 Rock Creek Campground (Deschutes National Forest, or) have?

Rock Creek Campground (Deschutes National Forest, or) has 25 campsites.

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