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

Reservoir Campground

Reservoir Campground is located next to Wickiup Reservoir along the Cascade Lakes Highway.

Closed for the seasonReservable · Recreation.gov24 sites125 ft maxNo hookupsPets okFires ok

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2fires
active
Junction Rx (prescribed burn) · 25 mi away
1 more within 50 miles
Incident details ↓

Site mix

Standard, no hookups24
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 115 feet of vehicle capacity. Most sites are shorter.

Have the trailer VIN? It carries the trailer length.

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

SiteEntryFits, ftSurfaceShadePeople / vehiclesFiresRating
02Pull-through85GravelPartial6 / 1YesStandard
03Pull-through110GravelPartial6 / 1YesStandard
04Pull-through115GravelPartial6 / 1YesStandard
05Pull-through125GravelPartial6 / 1YesStandard
06Pull-through100GravelPartial6 / 1YesStandard
07Pull-through100GravelPartial6 / 1YesStandard
08Pull-through100GravelPartial6 / 1YesStandard
09Back-in65GravelPartial6 / 1YesStandard
10Pull-through110GravelPartial6 / 1YesStandard
11Pull-through115GravelPartial6 / 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 length125 ft
EquipmentRVs & trailers, Tents
PetsAllowed
CampfiresAllowed, subject to restrictions

Reservoir Campground can accommodate RV, trailer or tent-campers, however, water and electric hookups are not available. Campers will need to bring their own water supply. All sites are equipped with a picnic table and campfire ring with grill and the campground has vault toilets available. This campground offers a boat ramp with access to Wickiup Reservoir.

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).
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 125 feet.

Deschutes National Forest recreation page ↗

Weather by month

NOAA climate normals →
Weather by month near Reservoir Campground20°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, 4 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: Travel about 58 miles southwest on Cascade Lakes Hwy (46), then 2 miles east on Forest Road 44.

Nearest townBend, Oregon
Coordinates43.6697° N, 121.7709° W · Directions ↗

Fire nearby

  • Prescribed
    Junction Rx

    25 mi from the campground

  • Prescribed
    Rx Cold Springs

    36 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 ↗29.2 mi
Outdoor gearREI ↗34.5 mi
RV sales & serviceBlue Compass RV Bend ↗36.3 mi

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Worth a stop

Campers can explore wilderness areas, rivers, lakes and reservoirs and hundreds of miles of trails. Visitors can travel the Cascade Lakes Scenic Byway which climbs 66 miles through the Cascade Range, weaving past snow-capped peaks and alpine lakes. 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.

Trails nearby

Forest Service trail data →
  • 3.2 mi
    Hamner-Davis Run ↗
    19.6 mi trail · snowmobile, snowshoe, ski
  • 3.3 mi
    South Twin Lake
    1.5 mi trail · hiking, bike
  • 3.3 mi
    Twin Lake
    1.4 mi trail · hiking, bike
  • 4.2 mi
    Dwarf Missletoe Interpretive
    0.4 mi trail · hiking
  • 4.8 mi
    Davis Run Connector
    1.5 mi trail · snowmobile, snowshoe, ski
  • 5 mi
    Metolius-Windigo Connector
    0.3 mi trail · hiking, horse, bike

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

Wickiup Reservoir is a popular fishing destination. Fish species include brown trout, kokanee and Coho salmon, rainbow and brook trout, whitefish and chub. Wetlands, diverse forests, and rocky slopes near the campground provide a necessary habitat for shorebirds, porcupine, deer, bats and the occasional black bear.

Recreation

Campers enjoy boating, canoeing, swimming and fishing. Both motorized and non-motorized boats are allowed on Wickiup Reservoir. The reservoir's relatively warm water and cooler deep channels generate excellent opportunities for fishing.

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Reference

Questions people ask

Do I need a reservation at Reservoir Campground?

Sites at Reservoir Campground 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 Reservoir Campground?

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 Reservoir Campground?

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

Source: Recreation.gov

Is Reservoir Campground open right now?

Closed for the season as of Oct 16, 2026.

Source: Forest Service status

How many sites does Reservoir Campground have?

24 sites, including 24 standard sites without power.

Source: Recreation.gov

Will my RV fit at Reservoir Campground?

Recreation.gov lists no practical vehicle capacity limit for the largest site here, which usually means pull-through or open parking. The sidebar tool checks a trailer or motorhome length against every site.

Source: Will my RV fit

Are pets allowed at Reservoir Campground?

Yes, pets are allowed at Reservoir Campground. Leash rules apply.

Source: Recreation.gov

Can I have a campfire at Reservoir 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 125 feet.

Source: Fire nearby

What is there to do at Reservoir Campground?

Campers enjoy boating, canoeing, swimming and fishing. The Recreation section on this page has the rest.

Source: Recreation

What is the nearest town to Reservoir Campground?

Bend, Oregon. Campers can explore wilderness areas, rivers, lakes and reservoirs and hundreds of miles of trails.

Source: Getting there

What if Reservoir Campground is full?

The nearest public campgrounds are Gull Point Campground (2.4 mi), North Davis Creek Campground (2.7 mi), and West South Twin Campground (3.1 mi).

Source: Campgrounds nearby