South Shore
South Shore Campground is located along Suttle Lake, shaded by Douglas fir and Ponderosa pine. One section of the camp sits on the shoreline, while the other is nestled on a hillside. Most sites have lake views. The 3,400-foot elevation and the lake breezes make South Shore Campground a comfortable summertime destination.
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Site mix
| Standard, no hookups | 36 |
| Tent-only | 1 |
Site guide
Will my RV fit
The longest site here provides 40 feet of vehicle capacity. Most sites are shorter.
37 sites. Tap a filter to narrow the list; the map follows.
| Site | Type | Entry | Fits, ft | Surface | Shade | Waterfront | People / vehicles | Fires |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 001 | Standard | Back-in | 38 | Gravel | Partial | Lakefront | 6 / 1 | Yes |
| 002 | Standard | Back-in | 30 | Gravel | Partial | Lakefront | 6 / 1 | Yes |
| 003 | Standard | Pull-through | 30 | Gravel | Partial | Lakefront | 6 / 1 | Yes |
| 004 | Standard | Back-in | 25 | Gravel | Partial | Lakefront | 6 / 1 | Yes |
| 005 | Standard | Back-in | 30 | Gravel | Partial | Lakefront | 6 / 1 | Yes |
| 006 | Standard | Pull-through | 40 | Gravel | Partial | Lakefront | 6 / 1 | Yes |
| 007 | Standard | Back-in | 25 | Gravel | Partial | Lakefront | 6 / 1 | Yes |
| 008 | Standard | Back-in | 32 | Gravel | Partial | Lakefront | 6 / 1 | Yes |
| 009 | Tent only | Pull-through | 80 | Gravel | Partial | Lakefront | 6 / 1 | Yes |
| 010 | Standard | Back-in | 30 | Gravel | Partial | Lakefront | 6 / 1 | Yes |
Per-site records as published by the managing agency on Recreation.gov. Blank cells mean the agency listed nothing for that site. Check-in 2:00 PM, checkout 12:00 PM.
Amenities & rules
| Hookups | None |
| Max vehicle length | 40 ft |
| Equipment | RVs & trailers, Tents |
| Pets | Allowed |
| Campfires | Allowed, subject to restrictions |
| Fees | Day use fee of $5 charged at nearby Scout Lake by the USFS. Bring confirmation letter to the campground. |
Each site has a gravel parking spur, picnic table and campfire ring. Dump stations are dispersed through the campground. Drinking water and vault toilets are provided.
Individual sites vary. Confirm on Recreation.gov or with the managing office.
Season & status
| Status | Closed for the season. Forest Service sites close for the season; check the official page for the reopening date. |
| Forest | Deschutes National Forest |
| Booking | Reservations can be made online through Recreation.gov or by calling toll free 1-877-444-6777 (International 606-515-6777 or TDD 877-833-6777). |
| Fees | Single Campsite Rate: $30/night. One vehicle included with reservation – Each Additional Vehicle: $10.00. NOTE: Holders of a Golden Age and Golden Access Passports and Senior and Access Passes are entitled to the following discounts on expanded amenity recreation fees: - A 50 percent discount on… |
| Rules | Maximum site spur length is 40 feet. The water system will be turned on in the month of May depending on weather conditions and will be turned off no later than September 30, or upon the campground closing, whichever, is earlier to prevent potential damage from cold temperatures. |
Weather by month
Getting there
From Sisters, Oregon, take Highway 20/126 northwest for about 12 miles. Turn left onto Forest Service Road 2070 toward Suttle Lake Campgrounds. Travel just less than a half-mile to the South Shore entrance on the right.
| Nearest town | Sisters, Oregon |
| Coordinates | 44.4194° N, 121.7383° W · Directions ↗ |
Fire nearby
- WildfireBench
24 mi from the campground · 67,071 acres · 90% contained
- PrescribedCamas Ts Rx
30 mi from the campground
- PrescribedJunction Rx
34 mi from the campground
- PrescribedSlow Dxp/Lemiti Rx - West
34 mi from the campground
Distance is to the reported incident point, not the fire edge. Call the managing office before you drive.
Supplies & services
| Dump station | Dump station ↗ | 25.3 mi |
| Outdoor gear | Redpoint ↗ | 28.1 mi |
| RV sales & service | Big Country RV ↗ | 29.7 mi |
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Explore
Video
Video Tour of South Shore Campground on Suttle Lake - Oregon (PNCVT)
Worth a stop
The town of Sisters is about 15 miles away, offering shopping and restaurants.
- 10.7 miCabot Lake Trailhead ↗Trailhead
- 13.1 miMckenzie River Trailhead - Upper ↗Trailhead
Trails nearby
- 0.7 miTwo Lakes1.3 mi trail · hiking, horse, bike
- 0.7 miLake Creek4.4 mi trail · hiking, horse, bike
- 0.8 miSuttle Tie ↗5.5 mi trail · hiking, bike
- 0.8 miSuttle Lake Loop3.6 mi trail · hiking, bike
- 1.1 miDark Lake0.8 mi trail · hiking, horse, bike
- 2.4 miTrail #14.1 - Loop Tie0.2 mi trail · snowmobile, snowshoe, ski
Trail and trailhead records are the Forest Service's. Distances are straight-line to the nearer trail end. Trail conditions are not tracked here.
Public land it sits in
Willamette National Forest begins about 0.6 miles away, and it is the closest of these.
- 0.6 miWillamette National Forest ↗National Forest · Forest Service · 1,801,292 acres
- 5.3 miMount Washington Wilderness ↗Wilderness · Forest Service · 54,406 acres
- 5.4 miMount Jefferson Wilderness ↗Wilderness · Forest Service · 109,098 acres
Each unit is published as a centre point and an acreage rather than a boundary, so this section stands it in for a circle of the same area. Whether a campground is inside, and how far it is from one it is outside, are both approximate.
Other campgrounds nearby
Cabin and lookout rentals nearby
On the National Register nearby
- Camp Sherman Community HallBuilding · Camp Sherman · 4.7 mi
- Santiam Pass Ski LodgeBuilding · Sisters · 6.3 mi
- Sisters High SchoolBuilding · Sisters · 13.1 mi
Natural features
Nestled along the Cascade Mountains, the Deschutes National Forest is one of the most popular recreation forests in the Pacific Northwest. It offers a variety of landscapes, from fields of sagebrush and hay to old-growth forests and glacier-carved volcanic peaks. Suttle Lake is a natural lake formed by glaciers. It has a forested shoreline and offers views of nearby Mt. Washington.
Recreation
There is a boat launch available at this camp. Popular activities include power and non-motorized boating, sailing, water skiing and wind surfing. Anglers can fish for rainbow trout, kokanee salmon and brown trout, and there is a fish cleaning station on-site. Hikers and mountain bikers have access to the 3.2-mile Suttle Lake Shoreline Trail.
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Reference
Questions people ask
Do I need a reservation at South Shore?
Sites at South Shore are reservable on Recreation.gov. Reservations can be made online through Recreation.gov or by calling toll free 1-877-444-6777 (International 606-515-6777 or TDD 877-833-6777). Any walk-up sites are listed on the booking page.
Source: Recreation.gov
How much does it cost to camp at South Shore?
Day use fee of $5 charged at nearby Scout Lake by the USFS. Bring confirmation letter to the campground.
Source: Recreation.gov
What time is check-in at South Shore?
Check-in 2:00 PM, checkout 12:00 PM.
Source: Recreation.gov
Is South Shore open right now?
Closed for the season as of Oct 16, 2026.
Source: Forest Service status
How many sites does South Shore have?
37 sites, including 36 standard sites without power and 1 tent-only site.
Source: Recreation.gov
Will my RV fit at South Shore?
The longest site here provides 40 feet of vehicle capacity. Most sites are shorter. The sidebar tool checks a trailer or motorhome length against every site.
Source: Will my RV fit
Are there showers or a dump station at South Shore?
Dump stations are dispersed through the campground.
Source: Recreation.gov
Are pets allowed at South Shore?
Yes, pets are allowed at South Shore. Leash rules apply.
Source: Recreation.gov
Can I have a campfire at South Shore?
Fires are allowed in the provided rings under normal conditions. As of 2026-10-16, there are 4 active fires within 50 miles, so check current restrictions before you light one. Maximum site spur length is 40 feet.
Source: Fire nearby
Is there cell service at South Shore?
FCC coverage maps show Verizon 4G LTE, AT&T 4G LTE, and T-Mobile 4G LTE at the campground point. Terrain changes that from one site to the next.
Source: FCC Broadband Map
What is there to do at South Shore?
There is a boat launch available at this camp. The Recreation section on this page has the rest.
Source: Recreation
What is the nearest town to South Shore?
Sisters, Oregon. The town of Sisters is about 15 miles away, offering shopping and restaurants.
Source: Getting there