U.S. Forest Service · Deschutes National Forest · Oregon

Ogden Group

Ogden Group campground is located in the high desert region of central Oregon, on the scenic Paulina Creek. The campground is surrounded by scenery that sets the stage for fantastic recreational opportunities in Deschutes National Forest. This group campground is ideal for large scout groups, school outings, and family reunions, and provides plenty of opportunities for excursions to scenic rivers, lakes, and lava flows, typical to the area.

Closed for the seasonReservable · Recreation.gov2 sites40 ft maxNo hookupsPets okFires ok

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Photos courtesy of USFS · Recreation.gov
1fire
active
Junction Rx (prescribed burn) · 16 mi away
Interagency incident data as of 2026-10-16
Incident details ↓

Site mix

Group sites2
Most sites here open on Recreation.gov six months ahead, at 10 a.m. Eastern. Sold out is not final: cancellations come back into the pool, most of them two to three days out. How to catch one

Site guide

2 sites. Tap a filter to narrow the list; the map follows.

SiteEntrySurfaceShadePeople / vehiclesFiresRating
APull-throughGravelPartial150 / 50YesStandard
BBack-inGravelPartial100 / 30YesPreferred

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

HookupsNone
Max vehicle length40 ft
EquipmentRVs & trailers, Tents
PetsAllowed
CampfiresAllowed, subject to restrictions

Ogden Group Campground is a large campground, offering two spacious sites for group tent and RV camping. Each of the sites can accommodate at least 150 people and both sites may be reserved at once for up to 350 people and greater privacy. Tables, vault toilets and drinking water are available at the campsite.

Individual sites vary. Confirm on Recreation.gov or with the managing office.

Season & status

StatusClosed for the season. Forest Service sites close for the season; check the official page for the reopening date.
ForestDeschutes National Forest
BookingReservations 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).
FeesGroup Campsite A Rate (100 People / 50 Vehicles): $161/night. Group Campsite B Rate (100 Peoeple / 30 Vehicles): $97/night. 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…
RulesMaximum site spur length is 40 feet.

Deschutes National Forest recreation page ↗

Weather by month

NOAA climate normals →
Weather by month near Ogden Group20°30°40°50°60°70°January: 2.86 inches of precipitationFebruary: 1.91 inches of precipitationMarch: 1.54 inches of precipitationApril: 1.16 inches of precipitationMay: 1.71 inches of precipitationJune: 1.09 inches of precipitationJuly: 0.52 inches of precipitationAugust: 0.55 inches of precipitationSeptember: 0.75 inches of precipitationOctober: 1.44 inches of precipitationNovember: 2.43 inches of precipitationDecember: 3.16 inches of precipitationJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanuary: 29.7°F averageFebruary: 32.1°F averageMarch: 37.0°F averageApril: 40.6°F averageMay: 48.8°F averageJune: 54.6°F averageJuly: 62.5°F averageAugust: 61.6°F averageSeptember: 54.9°F averageOctober: 44.9°F averageNovember: 35.1°F averageDecember: 28.3°F average0 in1 in2 in3 in4 inTemp °FInches
The line is the average temperature and the bars are average precipitation at Sunriver, 11 miles from the campground at 4,180 feet, station USC00358246 in the NOAA monthly climate normals for 1991 to 2020. Precipitation totals about 19 inches a year.

Getting there

From Bend, drive south on Highway 97 for 22 miles. Head east on Road 21 (Paulina Lake Road) for 3 miles. Ogden Group is on the left. From LaPine, drive north on Highway 97 for 6.8 miles. Head east on Road 21 (Paulina Lake Road). for 3 miles. Ogden Group is on the left.

Coordinates43.7283° N, 121.4233° W · Directions ↗

Fire nearby

  • Prescribed
    Junction Rx

    16 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 stationDump station ↗11.6 mi
Outdoor gearREI ↗22.6 mi
RV sales & serviceBlue Compass RV Bend ↗23.7 mi

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Explore

Worth a stop

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.

Trails nearby

Forest Service trail data →
  • 0.2 mi
    Peter Skene Ogden ↗
    8.6 mi trail · hiking, horse, bike
  • 2.3 mi
    Newberry #11 ↗
    7.1 mi trail · snowmobile, snowshoe, ski
  • 2.4 mi
    Newberry #80 ↗
    28.9 mi trail · snowmobile, snowshoe, ski
  • 2.9 mi
    Newbery #80 South
    2.2 mi trail · snowmobile, snowshoe, ski
  • 4.6 mi
    Pso Bridge Tie
    0.1 mi trail · hiking, horse, bike
  • 4.9 mi
    Newberry #121 ↗
    8.4 mi trail · snowmobile, snowshoe, ski

Trailheads within three miles

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

On Wilderness Atlas →

This campground sits inside Deschutes National Forest.

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.

On the National Register nearby

On Register Atlas →

Natural features

Visitors can get a glimpse of area's unique geological features by exploring nearby Newberry National Volcanic Monument. While exploring the Monument, visitors are able to see numerous cinder cones and basalt flows as well as rhyolite flows of obsidian, indicative of a history of spectacular volcanic activity. Newberry Crater, a 17-square-mile caldera at the summit of the 500-square-mile volcano, is both seismically and geothermally active. Geologists believe the caldera sits over a shallow magma body only 2 to 5 kilometers deep. At an elevation of 7,985 ft. Paulina Peak, the highest point in the Monument, showcases views of the Oregon Cascades and the High Desert region. Visiting the summit area of Newberry Volcano, visitors will encounter sparkling alpine lakes full of trout and salmon.

Recreation

Boating, swimming and fishing are popular activities enjoyed by visitors during spring, summer and fall months, while skiing and snowmobiling are popular during the winter. Anglers have the opportunity to fish in the surrounding clear, cold lakes and streams for abundant salmon and trout. Hikers and backpackers have access to a variety of trails in the area, including several in Newberry National Volcanic Monument. The Crater Rim Trail is a favorite high country trail, boasting vast stretches of forest, deserts, and mountains extending from all sides of the trail. The Peter Skene Ogden National Scenic Trail is accessible from the campground and parallels Paulina Creek, passing several waterfalls along the way, as it ascends 8.5 miles to the spectacular Paulina Lake.

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Reference

Questions people ask

Do I need a reservation at Ogden Group?

Sites at Ogden Group 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 Ogden Group?

Group Campsite A Rate (100 People / 50 Vehicles): $161/night. Group Campsite B Rate (100 Peoeple / 30 Vehicles): $97/night. 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…

Source: Recreation.gov

What time is check-in at Ogden Group?

Check-in 2:00 PM, checkout 12:00 PM.

Source: Recreation.gov

Is Ogden Group open right now?

Closed for the season as of Oct 16, 2026.

Source: Forest Service status

How many sites does Ogden Group have?

2 sites, including 2 group sites.

Source: Recreation.gov

Will my RV fit at Ogden Group?

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 pets allowed at Ogden Group?

Yes, pets are allowed at Ogden Group. Leash rules apply.

Source: Recreation.gov

Can I have a campfire at Ogden Group?

Fires are allowed in the provided rings under normal conditions. As of 2026-10-16, there is 1 active fire within 50 miles, so check current restrictions before you light one. Maximum site spur length is 40 feet.

Source: Fire nearby

What is there to do at Ogden Group?

Boating, swimming and fishing are popular activities enjoyed by visitors during spring, summer and fall months, while skiing and snowmobiling are popular during the winter. The Recreation section on this page has the rest.

Source: Recreation

What if Ogden Group is full?

The nearest public campgrounds are Prairie Campground (0.2 mi), Mckay Crossing Campground (2.4 mi), and Big River (7.3 mi).

Source: Campgrounds nearby