Maureen M
VerifiedSeptember 7, 2021 Stayed at: 016 Tent Only, Loop: Loop 1
Lava Lake is a beautiful campground with large sites even for tents. The hiking is beautiful. We liked that we could also hike to Little Lava Lake.
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Lava Lake Campground offers spacious, well-maintained sites with a beautiful lake and great fishing opportunities, making it an ideal spot for families and outdoor enthusiasts. Reviewers appreciate the cleanliness of the restrooms and the accommodating campground hosts. However, some concerns were raised about privacy, maintenance of swimming areas, and occasional issues with toilet facilities. Overall, visitors enjoy the serene atmosphere and access to nearby hiking and recreational activities.
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September 7, 2021 Stayed at: 016 Tent Only, Loop: Loop 1
Lava Lake is a beautiful campground with large sites even for tents. The hiking is beautiful. We liked that we could also hike to Little Lava Lake.
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September 7, 2021 Stayed at: 042, Loop: Loop 1
We have now visited Lava Lake two years in a row for camping, only to be "smoked-out" of our camping experience, cutting our stay by 1/2. This year, we'd planned on being at the campground for 10 days to be able to explore the surrounding area with lots of time to spare. Instead, after spending 4 days for a family reunion (distanced, masked, etc)...the smoke became so intense we could not see the opposite shoreline of the lake. We cut our trip short, staying only 4 or 5 of the planned 10 days.
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September 7, 2021 Stayed at: 016 Tent Only, Loop: Loop 1
Lava Lake is a beautiful campground with large sites even for tents. The hiking is beautiful. We liked that we could also hike to Little Lava Lake.
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September 7, 2021 Stayed at: 042, Loop: Loop 1
We have now visited Lava Lake two years in a row for camping, only to be "smoked-out" of our camping experience, cutting our stay by 1/2. This year, we'd planned on being at the campground for 10 days to be able to explore the surrounding area with lots of time to spare. Instead, after spending 4 days for a family reunion (distanced, masked, etc)...the smoke became so intense we could not see the opposite shoreline of the lake. We cut our trip short, staying only 4 or 5 of the planned 10 days.
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September 15, 2021 Stayed at: 018 Tent Only, Loop: Loop 1
Noisy, some people run generators ALL day. Boat launch very very busy even on a smoky Tuesday. Stayed in tent section, neighbors smoking cigarettes in pit toilet and in campsite. Camp host unable to find to report, no sign if on or off duty. Glad this year they didn't allow campfires with extreme fire danger, like they did last year when all the high winds caused the huge fires in Oregon. Looked fairly clean, esp after the busy holiday weekend.
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September 15, 2021 Stayed at: 018 Tent Only, Loop: Loop 1
Noisy, some people run generators ALL day. Boat launch very very busy even on a smoky Tuesday. Stayed in tent section, neighbors smoking cigarettes in pit toilet and in campsite. Camp host unable to find to report, no sign if on or off duty. Glad this year they didn't allow campfires with extreme fire danger, like they did last year when all the high winds caused the huge fires in Oregon. Looked fairly clean, esp after the busy holiday weekend.
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October 7, 2021 Stayed at: 019, Loop: Loop 1
Loved the camp hosts. Had a great time.
Towards the end of the season so we had some rain, but enjoyed out spot.
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October 7, 2021 Stayed at: 019, Loop: Loop 1
Loved the camp hosts. Had a great time.
Towards the end of the season so we had some rain, but enjoyed out spot.
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October 23, 2021
I stayed in site 31. It was surrounded by trees..very private. Conveniently located near the bathroom. Camp host was very helpful.
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October 23, 2021
I stayed in site 31. It was surrounded by trees..very private. Conveniently located near the bathroom. Camp host was very helpful.
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63095 Deschutes Market Road, Bend, OR 97701 United States
Elevation: 1,446 ft
From Bend, travel 38.4 mi southwest on Cascade Lakes Hwy (46), then 1 mi east on Forest Road 4600 500.
Lava Lake Campground is accessible via Cascade Lakes Highway (US Highway 46), which is approximately 38 miles northeast from Bend.
Last updated: November 2, 2026