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South Campground - Hosmer Lake (or) in Oregon
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South Campground - Hosmer Lake (or)

Deschutes National Forest, Oregon

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As of October 2026, South Campground - Hosmer Lake (or) is a campground in Deschutes National Forest, Oregon with 19 campsites. South Campground - Hosmer Lake (or) is booked through Recreation.gov.

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  • South Campground - Hosmer Lake (or) is located at 43.9623° N, 121.7866° W.
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South Campground - Hosmer Lake (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 South Campground - Hosmer Lake (or), read on September 29, 2026.

Campsites at South Campground - Hosmer Lake (or)

  • Standard 19

What an RV fits

  • 24 ft5 sites
  • 30 ft6 sites
  • 36 ft7 sites
  • 40 ft1 site

Amenities

  • restrooms
  • potable water

At a glance: Setting: Lake.

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

All sites at South Campground - Hosmer Lake (or), as listed by Recreation.gov

Every site is in the Loop 1 loop.

SiteTypeSleepsMax RV
001Standard630 ft
002Standard640 ft
003Standard624 ft
004Standard636 ft
005Standard624 ft
006Standard636 ft
007Standard624 ft
008Standard630 ft
009Standard624 ft
011Standard636 ft
013Standard636 ft
015Standard630 ft
016Standard636 ft
017Standard624 ft
018Standard636 ft
019Standard630 ft
020Standard630 ft
021Standard636 ft
022Standard630 ft

About South Campground - Hosmer Lake (or)

Overview

Located WITHIN OREGON on Hosmer Lake, South Campground provides visitors with access to flyfishing, paddling and hiking.

Recreation

Nearby Hosmer Lake offers opportunities for fly fishing and boating as well as spectacular views. There are also trails and other opportunities for hiking and horseback riding.

Facilities

This facility has vault toilets and each site is equipped with a picnic table and fire pit with grill. Please note campers will need to bring their own water supply. There is also a boat ramp that provides access to Hosmer Lake. Boat launch parking is for day use only and requires a recreation fee separate from camping fees.

Natural Features

At the north end of Hosmer Lake, water drains into a porous rim of lava. Hosmer is a “fly fishing only” lake well known for its breath taking views of Mt. Bachelor, South Sisters, Broken Top as well as wildlife viewing and the big Atlantic salmon, brook trout and rainbows that are quite visible in this shallow clear lake. The best way to experience this lake is by canoe or kayak as shore access is limited due to marshy vegetation.

Nearby Attractions

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 South Campground - Hosmer Lake (or)

Recreation.gov does not date these notices. We last read them on September 29, 2026. Check South Campground - Hosmer Lake (or) on Recreation.gov

Notices from Recreation.gov

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.

South Campground - Hosmer Lake (or) FAQ

How hard is it to get a campsite at South Campground - Hosmer Lake (or)?

South Campground - Hosmer Lake (or) 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 South Campground - Hosmer Lake (or)?

Cancellations happen frequently at South Campground - Hosmer Lake (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 South Campground - Hosmer Lake (or) have?

South Campground - Hosmer Lake (or) has 19 campsites.

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