About Crane Prairie Campground
Number of accommodations: 107
Campground Amenities
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Potable Water
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2026 Season availability
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Reviews (199)
What Guests Are Saying
Crane Prairie Campground is highly praised for its beautiful scenery, clean facilities, and friendly hosts, making it a great destination for families and outdoor enthusiasts. Campers enjoyed the spacious sites, access to the lake for activities like fishing and kayaking, and the peaceful atmosphere. However, some issues were noted, including mosquitoes, occasional noise from generators, and recent problems with the availability of drinking water, which could impact the overall experience.
What Guests Are Saying
Crane Prairie Campground is highly praised for its beautiful scenery, clean facilities, and friendly hosts, making it a great destination for families and outdoor enthusiasts. Campers enjoyed the spacious sites, access to the lake for activities like fishing and kayaking, and the peaceful atmosphere. However, some issues were noted, including mosquitoes, occasional noise from generators, and recent problems with the availability of drinking water, which could impact the overall experience.
Review Summary
Gayle R
VerifiedJanuary 15, 2020 • Stayed at: 136, Loop: BLUE
Wonderful kayaking experience between our Bluegrass group jam sessions. Also took in the informative and enjoyable ranger talk at the amphitheater (last one of the season - lucked out!). The only downside was the mosquito issue - pretty tenacious, even with using Cutter's. Love the spacing of the campsites and the natural beauty!
Judi E
VerifiedJanuary 15, 2020 • Stayed at: 111, Loop: BLUE
Love camping at Crane Prairie, has beautiful views. There was a new camp host just moving in when we were there and he was very friendly and helpful.
marina l
VerifiedJanuary 11, 2020 • Stayed at: 133, Loop: BLUE
Love the campground
Rick P
VerifiedJanuary 11, 2020 • Stayed at: 111, Loop: BLUE
All good except toliet paper was slow to be replenished
Ronald L
VerifiedDecember 30, 2019 • Stayed at: 114, Loop: BLUE
The restrooms get a lot of use and the toilet paper needs replenishment oftener. In general the campsite are very nice and well taken care of.
Chris C
VerifiedDecember 19, 2019 • Stayed at: 049, Loop: REDA
Had a great quiet campsite in the shade of the Ponderosa pines with plenty of room for gear and tents. We're set for doing it again in 2020: You have to hide behind a tree to bait your hook, nice hungry bass. The kids had a good time!
Linda M
VerifiedDecember 19, 2019 • Stayed at: 066, Loop: RED2
Wonderful sites to choose from. Sites were large (smaller the closer you are to the lake). Paved road kept the dust down, toilets were very clean.
Valerie A
VerifiedDecember 18, 2019 • Stayed at: 111, Loop: BLUE
We've camped there over 30 years. The only thing we notice the last couple years are too many downed trees and brush and limbs laying everywhere y taking away from the beauty and the red ant hills are getting way out of control. So much so we may stop going.
Joan A
December 17, 2019
I made the mistake of choosing a site that was very difficult to get my RV into, but it's not your fault...I chose a different site when I returned in August and it worked great!
Location Crane Prairie Campground
Address:
63095 Deschutes Market Road
Bend, OR, 97701
United States
From Highway 58, turn east onto Crescent Road at the sign for Davis Lake and Wickiup Reservoir, midway between mileposts 72 and 73. In 3.3 miles, turn left on Forest Road 46. Drive north for 18 miles and turn east on Forest Road 42 at the sign for Twin Lakes and Crane Prairie. Drive east on Forest Road 42 for 3.8 miles, then turn north on Forest Road 4270.
From Bend, go west on the Cascade Lakes Scenic Byway, which becomes Forest Road 46. Follow this road to its intersection with Forest Road 42, about 52 miles from Bend. Turn onto Forest Road 42 at the sign for Twin Lakes and Crane Prairie. Drive east on Forest Road 42 for 3.8 miles, then turn north on Forest Road 4270.
From Highway 97 between Bend and Klamath Falls, turn west to the Cascade Lakes Scenic Byway, 12 miles north of La Pine. After one mile, turn south on South Century Drive, which becomes Forest Road 42. Follow it for just over 17 miles to Forest Road 4270 and turn north at the sign for Crane Prairie.
Latitude & Longitude: 43.7964 / -121.761
Elevation: 1361 feet
Policies & Rules
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Prevent the spread of invasive species by inspecting and cleaning packs, equipment and tires before using lake or trails. |
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Please Note: One RV with tow vehicle per single site or one vehicle per tent site. Most sites can accommodate 1 extra vehicle that is not included with the reservation fee. Extra vehicle will be charged a per night fee and collected at the campground. |
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Fire Restrictions: Fire restrictions may be imposed at any time due to hot, dry weather conditions, at which time campfires and charcoal fires may not be allowed. |
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During your time in Central Oregon, you can find wildfire, prescribed fire and smoke information at centraloregonfire.org |
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Reserved Sites will be held until check out time (NOON) the day following your arrival date. Sites must be occupied by the checkout time of that following day to hold a reservation or the site will be forfeited and released to other guests.
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Refunds: Refund requests made through www.recreation.gov will be charged a $10 processing fee. This fee is retained by the reservation service contractor along with the non-refundable reservation fee. All requests for the return of the non-refundable reservation fee and the cancellation fee will be declined by the campground concessionaire as they did not receive these fees (these are the fees retained by the reservation contractor, a different entity). |
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Click here for more information about Deschutes National Forest. |
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Don't Move Firewood: Please protect Pacific Northwest forests by preventing the spread of invasive species. Firewood can carry insects and diseases that can threaten the health of our western forests. You can make a difference by obtaining and burning your firewood near your camping destination. Visit Dontmovefirewood.org for further information. |
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Camping or otherwise occupying a single location (including leaving camping equipment and/or related supplies) for a period longer than 14 consecutive calendar days is prohibited. ‘Location’ means the occupied area, the occupied campsite, and the National Forest System lands in the immediate vicinity thereof. Camping or occupying any location on all National Forest lands for more than 28 calendar days total during a calendar year is prohibited. |
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NO generator use is allowed in campgrounds between 10:00PM and 7:00AM (36 CFR 261.10). Silent power banks or battery powered devices are allowed. |
