Contorta Point Group Camp
Contorta Point Group Campground is located on the south shore of Crescent Lake in Deschutes National Forest. It offers visitors the opportunity to experience scenic beauty and recreational activities throughout the Cascades region.
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Site mix
| Group sites | 2 |
Site guide
Will my RV fit
The longest site here provides 40 feet of vehicle capacity. Most sites are shorter.
2 sites in 2 loops. Tap a filter to narrow the list; the map follows.
| Site | Loop | Entry | Fits, ft | Shade | People / vehicles | Fires | Accessible | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| A | GSA | Pull-through | 40 | Partial | 40 / 12 | Yes | Yes | Standard |
| B | GSB | Pull-through | 40 | Partial | 40 / 12 | Yes | 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 | 40 ft |
| Equipment | RVs & trailers, Tents |
| Pets | Allowed |
| Campfires | Allowed, subject to restrictions |
| Accessibility | Sites A, B are listed accessible |
The campground offers two group sites within walking distance of the lakeshore. It can accommodate two groups of 40 or one group of 80. Approximately 10 vehicles fit at each site. Amenities are minimal at this campground. Vault toilets are provided. Sites are equipped with tables. Roads and parking spurs are dirt. Drinking water and electrical hookups are not available. A nearby resort on Crescent Lake offers lodging and a general store. Supplies and equipment rentals are also available.
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 | Group Site Rate: $164/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 the… |
| Rules | Maximum site spur length is 35 feet. |
Weather by month
Getting there
From Highway 58 at Crescent Lake Junction, follow Forest Road 60 for 9.3 miles around Crescent Lake. Travel 1 mile west on Forest Road 280 to the campground entrance gate.
| Nearest town | Crescent, Oregon |
| Coordinates | 43.4614° N, 122.0075° W · Directions ↗ |
Fire nearby
- PrescribedRx Cold Springs
18 mi from the campground · 158 acres
- PrescribedJunction Rx
43 mi from the campground
Distance is to the reported incident point, not the fire edge. Call the managing office before you drive.
Supplies & services
| RV sales & service | Blue Compass RV Bend ↗ | 54.9 mi |
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Worth a stop
Visitors can explore wilderness areas, rivers, lakes and reservoirs, and approximately 1,600 miles of trails that comprise nearly 2.5 million acres within the Deschutes National Forest and the adjacent Ochoco National Forest. 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, known as Oregon's Highway in the Sky, which climbs into the clouds on a 66-mile drive through the Cascade Range, weaving past snow-capped peaks and alpine lakes.
- 1.2 miTandy Bay Picnic Area ↗Day use
- 3.3 miCrescent Lake Boat Launch ↗Boat launch
- 3.4 miSimax Beach Picnic Area ↗Day use
- 8.6 miTrapper Creek Boat Launch ↗Boat launch
- 11.2 miMarilyn Lakes Trailhead ↗Trailhead
- 12.1 mi
Trails nearby
- 0.9 miOldenburg Lake ↗7.8 mi trail · hiking, horse, bike
- 0.9 miWindy Lakes4.3 mi trail · hiking, horse, bike
- 1.3 miSummit Lake Run ↗8 mi trail · snowmobile, snowshoe, ski
- 1.5 miWhitefish Creek ↗11.4 mi trail · hiking, horse
- 2.1 miWindigo Way ↗9.7 mi trail · snowmobile, snowshoe, ski
- 2.1 miCrescent Lake Loop West ↗9 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
Diamond Peak Wilderness begins about 1.4 miles away, and it is the closest of these.
- 1.4 miDiamond Peak Wilderness ↗Wilderness · Forest Service · 52,496 acres
- 4.5 miDeschutes National Forest ↗National Forest · Forest Service · 1,870,116 acres
- 11.1 miUmpqua National Forest ↗National Forest · Forest Service · 1,035,837 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.
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Natural features
Cresent Lake is nestled in a glacier basin east of the towering Cascade Mountain Range. It boasts brilliant blue-green water and sandy beaches. A forest of lodgepole pine provide the backdrop to the area, with mountain hemlock, fir and spruce also in the mix. Wildlife found in the area includes deer, native fish and migratory birds.
Recreation
Crescent Lake is a prime location for boating, fishing and swimming. The Summit Lake Trail is popular among hikers and mountain bikers, offering excellent views of Diamond Peak across Crescent Lake. Visitors can take advantage of skiing, snowshoeing and snowmobiling in the winter months. Crescent Lake Snowpark offers a base camp for exciting winter excursions. The Summit Lake Trail is open to snowmobiling.
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Questions people ask
Do I need a reservation at Contorta Point Group Camp?
Sites at Contorta Point Group Camp 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 Contorta Point Group Camp?
Group Site Rate: $164/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 the…
Source: Recreation.gov
What time is check-in at Contorta Point Group Camp?
Check-in 2:00 PM, checkout 12:00 PM.
Source: Recreation.gov
Is Contorta Point Group Camp open right now?
Closed for the season as of Oct 16, 2026.
Source: Forest Service status
How many sites does Contorta Point Group Camp have?
2 sites, including 2 group sites.
Source: Recreation.gov
Will my RV fit at Contorta Point Group Camp?
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 Contorta Point Group Camp?
Yes, pets are allowed at Contorta Point Group Camp. Leash rules apply.
Source: Recreation.gov
Can I have a campfire at Contorta Point Group Camp?
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 35 feet.
Source: Fire nearby
Are there accessible sites at Contorta Point Group Camp?
Sites A and B are listed accessible on Recreation.gov. What that covers (a paved pad, an accessible table, a nearby accessible restroom) is on each site's booking page.
Source: Recreation.gov
Is there cell service at Contorta Point Group Camp?
FCC coverage maps show Verizon 4G LTE and AT&T 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 Contorta Point Group Camp?
Crescent Lake is a prime location for boating, fishing and swimming. The Recreation section on this page has the rest.
Source: Recreation
What is the nearest town to Contorta Point Group Camp?
Crescent, Oregon. Visitors can explore wilderness areas, rivers, lakes and reservoirs, and approximately 1,600 miles of trails that comprise nearly 2.5 million acres within the Deschutes National Forest and the adjacent Ochoco National Forest.
Source: Getting there