About Elk Lake Campground
Number of accommodations: 16
Nearby Activities & Attractions
Boating
Fishing
Hiking
Swimming
Seasonal information
2026 Season availability
Campground Amenities
Most popular amenities
Parking
Restrooms
Water and Hygiene
- Restrooms
Parking and Transport
- Parking
Water Access
- Lake Access
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Reviews (132)
What Guests Are Saying
Elk Lake Campground offers a beautiful setting with great access to the lake, friendly and helpful hosts, and ample opportunities for relaxation and outdoor activities like kayaking and hiking. While some reviews noted issues such as unkempt sites, overflowing trash, and a lack of water, many guests appreciated the clean facilities and the overall charm of the campground. Overall, visitors seem to enjoy the experience and express a desire to return despite some minor inconveniences.
What Guests Are Saying
Elk Lake Campground offers a beautiful setting with great access to the lake, friendly and helpful hosts, and ample opportunities for relaxation and outdoor activities like kayaking and hiking. While some reviews noted issues such as unkempt sites, overflowing trash, and a lack of water, many guests appreciated the clean facilities and the overall charm of the campground. Overall, visitors seem to enjoy the experience and express a desire to return despite some minor inconveniences.
Review Summary
Emmaleigh L
VerifiedAugust 7, 2022 • Stayed at: 022, Loop: Loop 2
The reservation system used for this campground is ridiculous. We were there for a week and there were multiple open sites each night that were “reserved” but nobody showed up. It was disappointing to see campsites not being utilized when they could have been. The beach was great and we had a ton of fun! It would be nice if the reservation system actually worked.
Emmaleigh L
VerifiedAugust 7, 2022 • Stayed at: 022, Loop: Loop 2
The reservation system used for this campground is ridiculous. We were there for a week and there were multiple open sites each night that were “reserved” but nobody showed up. It was disappointing to see campsites not being utilized when they could have been. The beach was great and we had a ton of fun! It would be nice if the reservation system actually worked.
david v
August 5, 2022
This is a really nice but busy campground right next door to Elk Lake Resort. It has a boat ramp, a nice little beach, and you can very easily walk next door to the resort. It is close to the road but is quiet at night. You’ll need to make reservations but there are a few sites that are first come first serve. There are no hookups. There is garbage service at pit toilets and they are clean. I would definitely stay here again
david v
August 5, 2022
This is a really nice but busy campground right next door to Elk Lake Resort. It has a boat ramp, a nice little beach, and you can very easily walk next door to the resort. It is close to the road but is quiet at night. You’ll need to make reservations but there are a few sites that are first come first serve. There are no hookups. There is garbage service at pit toilets and they are clean. I would definitely stay here again
Ellen C
VerifiedJuly 25, 2022 • Stayed at: 020, Loop: Loop 2
This is the first year without a campground host. This campground gets many many people and there is definitely the need!
The reservation system just does not work! 25% of the campsites reserved were empty! Without a camp ground host they can at least make adjustments if no one shows so the camp site is open. People who make reservations and no show need to be fined! With the demand for camping having grown exponentially adjustments have to be made. We have been to this campground every year for the last 42 years! Unfortunately the system regulating the camp ground now is not camper friendly.
In addition there was a broken water line right in the middle of our campsite. We were there one week and no came to repair it. It was a huge tripping hazard!
Ellen C
VerifiedJuly 25, 2022 • Stayed at: 020, Loop: Loop 2
This is the first year without a campground host. This campground gets many many people and there is definitely the need!
The reservation system just does not work! 25% of the campsites reserved were empty! Without a camp ground host they can at least make adjustments if no one shows so the camp site is open. People who make reservations and no show need to be fined! With the demand for camping having grown exponentially adjustments have to be made. We have been to this campground every year for the last 42 years! Unfortunately the system regulating the camp ground now is not camper friendly.
In addition there was a broken water line right in the middle of our campsite. We were there one week and no came to repair it. It was a huge tripping hazard!
Amy E
VerifiedSeptember 12, 2021 • Stayed at: 021, Loop: Loop 2
The hike around the lake is amazing and just about 5 miles, the restaurant and showers are a nice option at the resort when needed right next door to the camp ground.
Amy E
VerifiedSeptember 12, 2021 • Stayed at: 021, Loop: Loop 2
The hike around the lake is amazing and just about 5 miles, the restaurant and showers are a nice option at the resort when needed right next door to the camp ground.
chloe l
VerifiedSeptember 10, 2021 • Stayed at: 004, Loop: Loop 1
George the camp host was very accommodating and kind. The campground is beautiful and shared utilities i.e. bathrooms and water faucets were kept very clean. We ended up staying an additional night and we'll definitely be back again!
chloe l
VerifiedSeptember 10, 2021 • Stayed at: 004, Loop: Loop 1
George the camp host was very accommodating and kind. The campground is beautiful and shared utilities i.e. bathrooms and water faucets were kept very clean. We ended up staying an additional night and we'll definitely be back again!
Location Elk Lake Campground
Address:
P.O. Box 8516
Bend, OR, 97701
United States
From Bend, travel 33.1 miles southwest on Cascade Lakes Hwy (46) to north end of Elk Lake.
Elk Lake Campground is accessed via Cascade Lakes Highway (46), which connects to major roads in the Bend area.
Latitude & Longitude: 43.9806 / -121.807
Elevation: 1501 feet
Policies & Rules
Arrival & departure
Check out time
12PM
General
- Prevent the spread of invasive species by inspecting and cleaning packs, equipment and tires before using rivers, lakes or trails.
- 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.
- 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.
- During your time in Central Oregon, you can find wildfire, prescribed fire and smoke information at centraloregonfire.org
- Reserved Sites will be held until 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. Once your reservation start date has begun, neither the Recreation.gov Contact Center nor the campground manager will be able to modify your reservation.
- 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).
- 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.
- 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.
- NO generator use is allowed in campgrounds. Silent power banks or battery powered devices are allowed.
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Last updated: June 13, 2026
