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

Princess Creek Campground

Located next to Odell Lake, Princess Creek Campground is in the midst of sparkling lakes, tranquil streams and nearby scenic peaks that provide visitors with the perfect backdrop for fishing, boating, hiking and biking throughout the area.

Closed for the seasonReservable · Recreation.gov30 sites32 ft maxNo hookupsPets okFires ok

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2fires
active
Rx Cold Springs (prescribed burn) · 23 mi away · 158 acres
1 more within 50 miles
Incident details ↓

Site mix

Standard, no hookups29
Host/management1
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 32 feet of vehicle capacity. Most sites are shorter.

Have the trailer VIN? It carries the trailer length.

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

SiteEntryFits, ftSurfaceShadeWaterfrontPeople / vehiclesFiresRating
002Back-in24GravelPartial6 / 1YesStandard
003Back-in24GravelPartial6 / 1YesStandard
004Pull-through32GravelPartial6 / 1YesStandard
005Pull-through32GravelPartial6 / 1YesStandard
006Back-in24GravelPartial6 / 1YesStandard
007Back-in30GravelPartial6 / 1YesStandard
008Pull-through24GravelPartial6 / 1YesStandard
009Back-in32GravelPartial6 / 1YesStandard
010Pull-through32GravelPartial6 / 1YesStandard
011Pull-through32GravelPartial6 / 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 length32 ft
EquipmentRVs & trailers, Tents
PetsAllowed
CampfiresAllowed, subject to restrictions

Princess Creek Campground can accommodate RV, trailer or tent-campers however water and electric hookups are not available. This is a no water facility so campers will need to bring their own 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 Odell Lake.

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: $23/night. Premium 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…
RulesMaximum site spur length is 32 feet.

Deschutes National Forest recreation page ↗

Weather by month

NOAA climate normals →
Weather by month near Princess Creek Campground20°30°40°50°60°January: 5.73 inches of precipitation, 48.8 inches of snowFebruary: 4.70 inches of precipitation, 28.6 inches of snowMarch: 3.34 inches of precipitation, 22.0 inches of snowApril: 1.91 inches of precipitation, 6.5 inches of snowMay: 1.84 inches of precipitation, 1.0 inches of snowJune: 1.02 inches of precipitation, 0.1 inches of snowJuly: 0.52 inches of precipitation, 0.0 inches of snowAugust: 0.45 inches of precipitation, 0.0 inches of snowSeptember: 0.96 inches of precipitation, 0.0 inches of snowOctober: 2.62 inches of precipitation, 0.4 inches of snowNovember: 4.69 inches of precipitation, 22.7 inches of snowDecember: 6.05 inches of precipitation, 60.4 inches of snowJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanuary: 27.8°F averageFebruary: 29.1°F averageMarch: 32.7°F averageApril: 37.0°F averageMay: 44.7°F averageJune: 50.6°F averageJuly: 58.6°F averageAugust: 58.2°F averageSeptember: 52.0°F averageOctober: 42.7°F averageNovember: 33.2°F averageDecember: 26.9°F average0 in20 in40 in60 in80 inTemp °FInches
The line is the average temperature and the bars are average precipitation at Odell Lake-East, 3 miles from the campground at 4,800 feet, station USC00356252 in the NOAA monthly climate normals for 1991 to 2020. Precipitation totals about 34 inches a year. The dotted line is average snowfall, about 191 inches a year on the same inches scale.

Getting there

From Crescent, OR: Travel 12.2 miles west on County Road 61/Crescent Cut-off Road, then 9.1 miles northwest on Highway 58.

Nearest townCrescent, Oregon
Coordinates43.5856° N, 122.0091° W · Directions ↗

Fire nearby

  • Prescribed
    Rx Cold Springs

    23 mi from the campground · 158 acres

  • Prescribed
    Junction Rx

    37 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 gearREI ↗47 mi
RV sales & serviceBlue Compass RV Bend ↗48.9 mi

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Explore

Video

Video of Princess Creek Campground, OR from Kelly N.

Worth a stop

Campers 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. Visitors can 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. 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. It 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 also explore the Lava River Cave, located in the Newberry National Volcanic Monument. At 5,211 feet in length, the northwest section of the cave is the longest continuous lava tube in Oregon. A nearby resort on Odell Lake offers lodging and a general store with camping supplies, coffee, snacks and fishing licenses.

Trails nearby

Forest Service trail data →
  • 0.9 mi
    Taits Loop South Tie
    0.9 mi trail · snowshoe, ski
  • 1.5 mi
    Taits Loop Nordic
    1.6 mi trail · snowshoe, ski
  • 1.5 mi
    Taits Loop North Bike Tie
    0.1 mi trail · hiking, horse, bike
  • 1.5 mi
    Taits Loop North Nordic Tie
    0.4 mi trail · snowshoe, ski
  • 1.5 mi
    Pacific Crest Trail - Rosary ↗
    7.4 mi trail · snowshoe, ski
  • 1.6 mi
    Taits Loop Bike
    1.7 mi trail · hiking, horse, bike

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.

Natural features

This area offers a beautiful mix of Oregon forest types with Douglas fir, white fir, hemlock and a few ponderosa pines towering over a variety of springtime flowers. Huckleberry is common in the underbrush of the campground. Wildlife found in the area include deer, elk, pine martens, ravens, native fish and an occasional black bear. Diamond Peak stands as a sentinel over Odell Lake as one of the blue giants of the Deschutes National Forest and the most prominent peak in the nearby Diamond Peak Wilderness. At an elevation of 8,744 feet, this shield volcano formed as the entire Cascades mountain range was undergoing volcanic activity and uplift.

Recreation

Odell Lake also offers beautiful campsites tucked away in thick forests and some excellent opportunities for water recreation as boating, fishing and wind surfing are all popular. Boats are the most effective way to fish this lake but be aware of afternoon winds as the lake can get rough. Both motorized and non-motorized boats are allowed on this body of water.

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Reference

Questions people ask

Do I need a reservation at Princess Creek Campground?

Sites at Princess Creek 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 Princess Creek Campground?

Single Campsite Rate: $23/night. Premium Campsite Rate: $25/night. One vehicle included with reservation – Each Additional Vehicle: $10.00.

Source: Recreation.gov

What time is check-in at Princess Creek Campground?

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

Source: Recreation.gov

Is Princess Creek Campground open right now?

Closed for the season as of Oct 16, 2026.

Source: Forest Service status

How many sites does Princess Creek Campground have?

30 sites, including 29 standard sites without power.

Source: Recreation.gov

Will my RV fit at Princess Creek Campground?

The longest site here provides 32 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 Princess Creek Campground?

Yes, pets are allowed at Princess Creek Campground. Leash rules apply.

Source: Recreation.gov

Can I have a campfire at Princess Creek 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 32 feet.

Source: Fire nearby

Is there cell service at Princess Creek Campground?

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 Princess Creek Campground?

Odell Lake also offers beautiful campsites tucked away in thick forests and some excellent opportunities for water recreation as boating, fishing and wind surfing are all popular. The Recreation section on this page has the rest.

Source: Recreation

What is the nearest town to Princess Creek Campground?

Crescent, Oregon. Campers 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

What if Princess Creek Campground is full?

The nearest public campgrounds are Trapper Creek Campground (1.8 mi), Sunset Cove Campground (2.8 mi), and Gold Lake Campground (4.2 mi, first-come).

Source: Campgrounds nearby