U.S. Forest Service · Deschutes National Forest · Bend, OR

Wyeth Campground - Deschutes

Wyeth Campground is a small campground located along the Deschutes River just downstream from Wickiup Reservoir. This one is on the Deschutes National Forest along the Deschutes River. The other is located within the Columbia River Gorge National Scenic Area. Please make sure that you choose the one you intend to stay in.

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Photos courtesy of Vista Recreation · Recreation.gov

Site mix

Standard, no hookups4
Tent-only1
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

Will my RV fit

The longest site here provides 40 feet of vehicle capacity. Most sites are shorter.

Have the trailer VIN? It carries the trailer length.

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

SiteTypeEntryFits, ftSurfaceShadeWaterfrontPeople / vehiclesFiresRating
01StandardBack-in40GravelPartial6 / 1YesStandard
02Tent onlyBack-in80GravelPartial6 / 1YesStandard
03StandardBack-in24GravelPartialRiverfront6 / 1YesStandard
04StandardPull-through24GravelPartial6 / 1YesStandard
05StandardBack-in40GravelPartial6 / 1YesStandard

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

Wyeth Campground can accommodate RV, trailer or tent-campers, however, electric and water hookups are not available. Campers will need to bring their own water supply. All sites are equipped with a picnic table and fire pit and the campground has vault toilets available. This facility also has a boat ramp to provide access to the Deschutes River.

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

Season & status

StatusOpen
ForestDeschutes National Forest
BookingReservations and additional site information can be found through Recreation.gov or by calling toll free 1-877-444-6777 (International 606-515-6777 or TDD 877-833-6777).
FeesSingle Campsite Rate: $21/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…
RulesMaximum site spur length is 40 feet.

Deschutes National Forest recreation page ↗

Weather by month

NOAA climate normals →
Weather by month near Wyeth Campground - Deschutes20°30°40°50°60°70°January: 2.97 inches of precipitation, 17.9 inches of snowFebruary: 2.04 inches of precipitation, 14.9 inches of snowMarch: 1.72 inches of precipitation, 8.4 inches of snowApril: 1.25 inches of precipitation, 2.0 inches of snowMay: 1.32 inches of precipitation, 0.3 inches of snowJune: 0.90 inches of precipitation, 0.0 inches of snowJuly: 0.45 inches of precipitation, 0.0 inches of snowAugust: 0.59 inches of precipitation, 0.0 inches of snowSeptember: 0.61 inches of precipitation, 0.0 inches of snowOctober: 1.45 inches of precipitation, 0.8 inches of snowNovember: 2.60 inches of precipitation, 8.9 inches of snowDecember: 3.62 inches of precipitation, 20.7 inches of snowJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanuary: 30.4°F averageFebruary: 32.5°F averageMarch: 36.9°F averageApril: 41.8°F averageMay: 49.8°F averageJune: 56.5°F averageJuly: 64.9°F averageAugust: 64.0°F averageSeptember: 56.9°F averageOctober: 46.5°F averageNovember: 36.2°F averageDecember: 29.5°F average0 in5 in10 in15 in20 in25 inTemp °FInches
The line is the average temperature and the bars are average precipitation at Wickiup Dam, 5 miles from the campground at 4,358 feet, station USC00359316 in the NOAA monthly climate normals for 1991 to 2020. Precipitation totals about 20 inches a year. The dotted line is average snowfall, about 74 inches a year on the same inches scale.

Getting there

From Bend, OR: Head south on Highway 97 for approximately 27 miles and 8 miles west on County Road 43, then you will see a sign for the campground on the sound side of County Road 43.

Nearest townBend, Oregon
Coordinates43.7392° N, 121.6115° W · Directions ↗

Good to know

  • Please note that there are two US Forest Service campgrounds named "Wyeth" in Oregon.
  • Motorized boating is not permitted on this stretch of the Deschutes River.

Fire nearby

  • Prescribed
    Junction Rx

    17 mi from the campground

  • Prescribed
    Rx Cold Springs

    45 mi from the campground · 158 acres

Distance is to the reported incident point, not the fire edge. Call the managing office before you drive.

Supplies & services

Dump stationDump station ↗21 mi
Outdoor gearREI ↗25.9 mi
RV sales & serviceBlue Compass RV Bend ↗27.5 mi

Locations © OpenStreetMap contributors. Call ahead; hours change seasonally.

Explore

  • 2.2 mi
    Fall River (south Side)
    0.5 mi trail · hiking
  • 2.3 mi
    Fall River
    3.3 mi trail · hiking

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

The Deschutes River flows north through mixed conifer forest.

Recreation

Paddling and fishing are popular activities in this area.

Nearby

Visitors can explore wilderness areas, rivers, lakes and reservoirs, and approximately hundred of miles of trail. Newberry National Volcanic Monument, approxiately 45 minutes by vehicle, 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 Lava River Cave, the longest continuous lava tube in Oregon. Visitors enjoy traveling the Cascade Lakes Scenic Bywaywhich climbs 66 miles through the Cascade Range, weaving past snow-capped peaks and alpine lakes.

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Reference

Questions people ask

Do I need a reservation at Wyeth Campground - Deschutes?

Sites at Wyeth Campground - Deschutes are reservable on Recreation.gov. Reservations and additional site information can be found 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 Wyeth Campground - Deschutes?

Single Campsite Rate: $21/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 Wyeth Campground - Deschutes?

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

Source: Recreation.gov

Is Wyeth Campground - Deschutes open right now?

Open as of Oct 16, 2026.

Source: Forest Service status

How many sites does Wyeth Campground - Deschutes have?

5 sites, including 4 standard sites without power and 1 tent-only site.

Source: Recreation.gov

Will my RV fit at Wyeth Campground - Deschutes?

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 Wyeth Campground - Deschutes?

Yes, pets are allowed at Wyeth Campground - Deschutes. Leash rules apply.

Source: Recreation.gov

Can I have a campfire at Wyeth Campground - Deschutes?

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 40 feet.

Source: Fire nearby

What is the nearest town to Wyeth Campground - Deschutes?

Bend, Oregon. Visitors can explore wilderness areas, rivers, lakes and reservoirs, and approximately hundred of miles of trail.

Source: Getting there

What if Wyeth Campground - Deschutes is full?

The nearest public campgrounds are Pringle Falls Campground (0.8 mi), Bull Bend Campground (1.2 mi), and Fall River Campground (2.3 mi).

Source: Campgrounds nearby