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Soda Creek Campground in Oregon
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Soda Creek Campground

Deschutes National Forest, Oregon

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As of October 2026, Soda Creek Campground is a campground in Deschutes National Forest, Oregon with 9 campsites. Soda Creek Campground is booked through Recreation.gov.

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  • Soda Creek Campground is located at 44.0255° N, 121.7268° W.
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Soda Creek Campground 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 Soda Creek Campground, read on September 29, 2026.

Campsites at Soda Creek Campground

  • Standard 9

What an RV fits

  • 18 ft1 site
  • 20 ft3 sites
  • 28 ft1 site
  • 30 ft2 sites
  • 36 ft1 site
  • 40 ft1 site

Amenities

  • restrooms
  • potable water

At a glance: Setting: Mountain.

Things to do: hiking, photography, stargazing.

All sites at Soda Creek Campground, as listed by Recreation.gov

Every site is in the Loop 1 loop.

SiteTypeSleepsMax RV
001Standard630 ft
002Standard636 ft
003Standard620 ft
004Standard628 ft
005Standard630 ft
006Standard618 ft
007Standard640 ft
008Standard620 ft
010Standard620 ft

About Soda Creek Campground

Overview

Soda Creek Campground sits adjacent to Soda Creek as it flows across an open meadow into Sparks Lake.

Recreation

Sparks Lake's clear water and mountainous backdrop make it a popular destination for paddling and photography.

Facilities

Soda Creek Campground can accommodate RV, trailer or tent campers, however, electric hookups are not available. There are limited sites that are RV friendly, with most of the sites suitable for smaller vehicles or tent camping. All sites are equipped with a picnic table and campfire ring with grill and the campground has vault toilets available. Campers will need to bring their own water supply.

Natural Features

Sparks Lake, fed by streams originating on the slopes of Broken Top, rests atop a porous, volcanic lakebed. Throughout the summer the lake level decreases as snowmelt declines and water seeps underground into nearby lakes and streams.

Nearby Attractions

The accessible Ray Atkeson Trailhead begins near Sparks Lake Day Use area. The trail winds through lava channels and lodgepole pines. Less than a mile in, visitors will reach the Ray Atkeson Memorial Overlook where they will find one of the most iconic views in Central Oregon.

Visitors can travel the Cascade Lakes Scenic Byway, a 66-mile drive through the Cascade Range that weaves 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 Soda Creek Campground

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

Notices from Recreation.gov

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

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

Soda Creek Campground FAQ

How hard is it to get a campsite at Soda Creek Campground?

Soda Creek 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 Soda Creek Campground?

Cancellations happen frequently at Soda Creek 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 Soda Creek Campground have?

Soda Creek Campground has 9 campsites.

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