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Carol E
VerifiedJuly 10, 2025 Stayed at: 011, Loop: Little Lava Lake
Beautiful quiet campground. Lots of mosquitos but that was expected.
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About Little Lava Lake
Little Lava Lake Campground is located along the Cascade Lakes National Scenic Byway in the Central Oregon Cascades.
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002, Loop: Little Lava Lake
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004, Loop: Little Lava Lake
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005, Loop: Little Lava Lake
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006, Loop: Little Lava Lake
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007, Loop: Little Lava Lake
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009-Multi, Loop: Little Lava Lake
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010, Loop: Little Lava Lake
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011, Loop: Little Lava Lake
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012, Loop: Little Lava Lake
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013, Loop: Little Lava Lake
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014, Loop: Little Lava Lake
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015, Loop: Little Lava Lake
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GRP, Loop: Little Lava Lake
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Gravel · Pet Friendly · Campfire
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002, Loop: Little Lava Lake
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Pet Friendly · Gravel · Driveway entry: Back-In
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004, Loop: Little Lava Lake
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Pet Friendly · Gravel · Driveway entry: Back-In
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005, Loop: Little Lava Lake
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Pet Friendly · Gravel · Driveway entry: Back-In
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006, Loop: Little Lava Lake
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Pet Friendly · Gravel · Driveway entry: Back-In
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007, Loop: Little Lava Lake
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Pet Friendly · Gravel · Driveway entry: Back-In
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009-Multi, Loop: Little Lava Lake
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Pet Friendly · Gravel · Driveway entry: Back-In
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010, Loop: Little Lava Lake
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Pet Friendly · Gravel · Driveway entry: Back-In
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011, Loop: Little Lava Lake
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Pet Friendly · Gravel · Pull-through
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012, Loop: Little Lava Lake
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Pet Friendly · Gravel · Driveway entry: Back-In
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013, Loop: Little Lava Lake
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Pet Friendly · Gravel · Driveway entry: Back-In
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014, Loop: Little Lava Lake
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Pet Friendly · Gravel · Driveway entry: Back-In
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015, Loop: Little Lava Lake
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Pet Friendly · Gravel · Driveway entry: Back-In
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GRP, Loop: Little Lava Lake
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Gravel · Pet Friendly · Campfire
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Reviews
112 reviews
Summary
Little Lava Lake offers a beautiful and peaceful camping experience, with stunning views and well-maintained facilities. Visitors appreciate the spacious, shaded campsites and easy access to water activities like kayaking and fishing. While there are some concerns about day traffic and mosquitoes, the overall ambiance and friendly staff contribute to a positive stay at this popular location.
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Based on 112 reviews
5 stars
44.6% (50)
4 stars
31.3% (35)
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Carol E
VerifiedJuly 10, 2025 Stayed at: 011, Loop: Little Lava Lake
Beautiful quiet campground. Lots of mosquitos but that was expected.
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Patty Z
VerifiedJuly 8, 2025 Stayed at: 013, Loop: Little Lava Lake
We originally were staying at site 13, but our neighbors in 14 had two dogs they let roam without leashes. They came to our site and charged our dogs (who were leashed, in our laps, in control, and are very reactive). It wasn't fun. They claimed they were "friendly", but obviously were not trained enough to be put in this situation.
Lucky for us, those neighbors cut their stay short and left the next morning, leaving their site unoccupied for the remainder of our stay. We decided to move to their site, 14, and really enjoyed it. The hosts were very friendly and accommodated our move.
It was beautiful, and we were gracious/tolerant hosts to many of those free-loading mosquitoes. Next time we will be bringing a netted shelter!
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Patty Z
VerifiedJuly 8, 2025 Stayed at: 013, Loop: Little Lava Lake
We originally were staying at site 13, but our neighbors in 14 had two dogs they let roam without leashes. They came to our site and charged our dogs (who were leashed, in our laps, in control, and are very reactive). It wasn't fun. They claimed they were "friendly", but obviously were not trained enough to be put in this situation.
Lucky for us, those neighbors cut their stay short and left the next morning, leaving their site unoccupied for the remainder of our stay. We decided to move to their site, 14, and really enjoyed it. The hosts were very friendly and accommodated our move.
It was beautiful, and we were gracious/tolerant hosts to many of those free-loading mosquitoes. Next time we will be bringing a netted shelter!
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Bob S
VerifiedJuly 3, 2025 Stayed at: 015, Loop: Little Lava Lake
Nice lake to fish. No paddle boarders, and the pressure is very low… fished with maybe 4-5 others on the lake. And not as windy/choppy as big brother Lava Lake.
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Bob S
VerifiedJuly 3, 2025 Stayed at: 015, Loop: Little Lava Lake
Nice lake to fish. No paddle boarders, and the pressure is very low… fished with maybe 4-5 others on the lake. And not as windy/choppy as big brother Lava Lake.
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Shelby S
VerifiedJune 25, 2025 Stayed at: 012, Loop: Little Lava Lake
Location beautiful. Site great. Well maintained and no issues with the reservation. Nearby Lava Lake Resort has a small store to buy firewood, mosquito defense, snacks, essentials, and gifts. Hikes and fishing right there. Overall rating lower only because the mosquitos were so bad we are unlikely to return and wouldn’t recommend. But we can’t control nature, only our attitude and I am glad we had the adventure. Another time of year or if mosquitoes don’t concern you, this campsite is for you.
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Shelby S
VerifiedJune 25, 2025 Stayed at: 012, Loop: Little Lava Lake
Location beautiful. Site great. Well maintained and no issues with the reservation. Nearby Lava Lake Resort has a small store to buy firewood, mosquito defense, snacks, essentials, and gifts. Hikes and fishing right there. Overall rating lower only because the mosquitos were so bad we are unlikely to return and wouldn’t recommend. But we can’t control nature, only our attitude and I am glad we had the adventure. Another time of year or if mosquitoes don’t concern you, this campsite is for you.
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JOHN M
VerifiedAugust 15, 2024 Stayed at: 013, Loop: Little Lava Lake
Little Lava Lake is a lovely small campground. We enjoyed kayaking on the small lakes in the area.
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JOHN M
VerifiedAugust 15, 2024 Stayed at: 013, Loop: Little Lava Lake
Little Lava Lake is a lovely small campground. We enjoyed kayaking on the small lakes in the area.
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Location & Directions for Little Lava Lake
63095 Deschutes Market Road, Bend, OR 97701 United States
Elevation: 1,447 ft
Highway access
Little Lava Lake Campground is accessible via OR-20, approximately 20 miles to the south, and US-97, about 25 miles to the east.
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12PM
General
- Prevent the spread of invasive species by inspecting and cleaning packs, equipment and tires before using lake or trails.
- 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.
- 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.
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Last updated: November 3, 2026
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