Little Fawn Campground
Little Fawn Group Camp, 37 miles southwest of the town of Bend, is located on the southeastern shores of Elk Lake.
Some sites take reservations on Recreation.gov. Others are first-come, first-served.
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Site mix
| Standard, no hookups | 7 |
| Host/management | 1 |
Site guide
Will my RV fit
The longest site here provides 30 feet of vehicle capacity. Most sites are shorter.
7 sites. Tap a filter to narrow the list; the map follows.
| Site | Entry | Fits, ft | People / vehicles | Fires | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 004 | Back-in | 30 | 6 / 1 | Yes | Standard |
| 005 | Pull-through | 30 | 6 / 1 | Yes | Standard |
| 006 | Back-in | 24 | 6 / 1 | Yes | Standard |
| 007 | Pull-through | 30 | 6 / 1 | Yes | Standard |
| 008 | Back-in | 30 | 6 / 1 | Yes | Standard |
| 009 | Pull-through | 30 | 6 / 1 | Yes | Standard |
| 010 | Pull-through | 24 | 6 / 1 | Yes | Standard |
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 | 30 ft |
| Equipment | RVs & trailers, Tents |
| Pets | Allowed |
| Campfires | Allowed, subject to restrictions |
Little Fawn Group Camp offers all single-family camp sites and on a First Come First Serve. The campground accommodates tent and RV camping, but electrical hookups are not available. Sites are equipped with tables and campfire rings with grills. Vault toilets and drinking water 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: $25/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 30 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 Bend, travel southwest on Cascade Lakes Scenic Byway for 35.5 miles. Turn onto Forest Road 4625 and travel 1.7 miles east to the campground entrance.
| Nearest town | Bend, Oregon |
| Coordinates | 43.9631° N, 121.7958° W · Directions ↗ |
Fire nearby
- PrescribedJunction Rx
16 mi from the campground
- PrescribedCamas Ts Rx
42 mi from the campground
Distance is to the reported incident point, not the fire edge. Call the managing office before you drive.
Supplies & services
| Outdoor gear | Mountain Supply ↗ | 24.5 mi |
| RV sales & service | Blue Compass RV Bend ↗ | 26.7 mi |
| Dump station | Dump station ↗ | 34.4 mi |
Locations © OpenStreetMap contributors. Call ahead; hours change seasonally.
Explore
Worth a stop
Lava Lands Visitor Center in nearby Bend, Oregon, and the unique geological landscape of Newberry National Volcanic Monument, draw visitors to the region as well. Visitors enjoy traveling the Cascade Lakes Scenic Byway which climbs through the Cascades on a 66-mile drive weaving past snow-capped peaks and alpine lakes.
- 7 miTodd Lake Day Use Area/Trailhead ↗Trailhead
- 13.5 miIrish-Taylor Trailhead ↗Trailhead
Trails nearby
- 0.5 miElk Lake1.6 mi trail · hiking, horse, bike
- 0.8 miSix Lakes4.2 mi trail · hiking, horse
- 1.5 miQuinn Creek3.3 mi trail · hiking, horse, bike
- 1.6 miHorse Lake1.5 mi trail · hiking, horse
- 1.7 miIsland Meadow1 mi trail · hiking, horse
- 1.9 miElk-Devils ↗5.7 mi trail · hiking, horse, bike
Trailheads within three miles
- 1.6 miElk Lake Trailhead ↗Deschutes National Forest
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
This campground sits inside Three Sisters Wilderness, which overlaps Willamette National Forest.
- inThree Sisters Wilderness ↗Wilderness · Forest Service · 283,818 acres
- inWillamette National Forest ↗National Forest · Forest Service · 1,801,292 acres
- inDeschutes National Forest ↗National Forest · Forest Service · 1,870,116 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
- Elk Lake Guard StationBuilding · Bend · 1.5 mi
- Bend Skyliners LodgeBuilding · Bend · 14.4 mi
Natural features
From various points around Elk Lake you can catch glimpses of South Sister and Mt. Bachelor. Wetlands, diverse forests and rocky slopes near the campground provide habitat for shorebirds, porcupine, deer, bats and the occasional black bear.
Recreation
Elk Lake provides the opportunity for boating, windsurfing, water skiing, fishing and swimming. A nice beach and large day-use area provide plenty of shoreline for swimming. A boat ramp is located within the campground.
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Reference
Questions people ask
Do I need a reservation at Little Fawn Campground?
For some sites. Some sites take reservations on Recreation.gov. Others are first-come, first-served.
Source: Recreation.gov
How much does it cost to camp at Little Fawn Campground?
Single Campsite Rate: $25/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…
Source: Recreation.gov
What time is check-in at Little Fawn Campground?
Check-in 2:00 PM, checkout 12:00 PM.
Source: Recreation.gov
Is Little Fawn Campground open right now?
Closed for the season as of Oct 16, 2026.
Source: Forest Service status
How many sites does Little Fawn Campground have?
8 sites, including 7 standard sites without power.
Source: Recreation.gov
Will my RV fit at Little Fawn Campground?
The longest site here provides 30 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 Little Fawn Campground?
Yes, pets are allowed at Little Fawn Campground. Leash rules apply.
Source: Recreation.gov
Can I have a campfire at Little Fawn Campground?
Fires are allowed in the provided rings under normal conditions. As of 2026-10-16, there are 2 active fires within 50 miles, so check current restrictions before you light one. Maximum site spur length is 30 feet.
Source: Fire nearby
Is there cell service at Little Fawn Campground?
FCC coverage maps show AT&T 4G LTE and T-Mobile 5G at the campground point. Terrain changes that from one site to the next.
Source: FCC Broadband Map
What is there to do at Little Fawn Campground?
Elk Lake provides the opportunity for boating, windsurfing, water skiing, fishing and swimming. The Recreation section on this page has the rest.
Source: Recreation
What is the nearest town to Little Fawn Campground?
Bend, Oregon. Lava Lands Visitor Center in nearby Bend, Oregon, and the unique geological landscape of Newberry National Volcanic Monument, draw visitors to the region as well.
Source: Getting there
What if Little Fawn Campground is full?
The nearest public campgrounds are South Campground (0.5 mi), Mallard Marsh Campground (0.5 mi), and Point Campground - Deschutes (0.7 mi).
Source: Campgrounds nearby