About Pioneer Ford Campground
Number of accommodations: 16
Nearby Activities & Attractions
Fishing
Hiking
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2026 Season availability
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Reviews (193)
What Guests Are Saying
Pioneer Ford Campground is a beautiful, peaceful site with great river access, clean facilities, and respectful guests. Campers appreciate the large, private sites, gorgeous hiking trails, and the serene atmosphere, especially mid-week. While there are occasional issues with water availability and privacy between sites, the friendly camp host and natural surroundings make it a favorite destination for relaxation and fishing.
What Guests Are Saying
Pioneer Ford Campground is a beautiful, peaceful site with great river access, clean facilities, and respectful guests. Campers appreciate the large, private sites, gorgeous hiking trails, and the serene atmosphere, especially mid-week. While there are occasional issues with water availability and privacy between sites, the friendly camp host and natural surroundings make it a favorite destination for relaxation and fishing.
Review Summary
Stephanie F
VerifiedAugust 2, 2020 β’ Stayed at: 016, Loop: Loop 1
Beautiful large site near the water. Lots of shade and access to the river. Great family atmosphere and lots of things to do near by.
Stephanie F
VerifiedAugust 2, 2020 β’ Stayed at: 016, Loop: Loop 1
Beautiful large site near the water. Lots of shade and access to the river. Great family atmosphere and lots of things to do near by.
Amy C
VerifiedJuly 30, 2020 β’ Stayed at: 018, Loop: Loop 1
Awesome campground. Will be back.
Amy C
VerifiedJuly 30, 2020 β’ Stayed at: 018, Loop: Loop 1
Awesome campground. Will be back.
James L
July 28, 2020
It would have been nice if we knew before hand that the camp was without water. A line had broke and we were not informed until we were set up. The Deschutes Recreation that services the camp grounds was not very good at keeping us informed on the lack of water. Had to wait 5 days before we finally got water. The camp host lacked skills in dealing with the public. This is the second year that the Deschutes Recreation service has taken care of the campgrounds. We are not impressed with how they conducted their duties. Next year will be our 20th year that we will be staying at Pioneer Ford. We hope that the experience with the service agency is better.
James L
July 28, 2020
It would have been nice if we knew before hand that the camp was without water. A line had broke and we were not informed until we were set up. The Deschutes Recreation that services the camp grounds was not very good at keeping us informed on the lack of water. Had to wait 5 days before we finally got water. The camp host lacked skills in dealing with the public. This is the second year that the Deschutes Recreation service has taken care of the campgrounds. We are not impressed with how they conducted their duties. Next year will be our 20th year that we will be staying at Pioneer Ford. We hope that the experience with the service agency is better.
Brian Medlock
July 26, 2020
Great camping spots along the river with plenty of space between sites. There is running water and the pit toilets are clean. Hiking trails are easily accessible from the end of the loop road.
Patsy M
VerifiedJuly 19, 2020 β’ Stayed at: 002, Loop: Loop 1
Beautiful, quiet campground with large, pretty sites, several along the river. Nice hiking trails nearby. Note, however, the campground (and all others nearby) had NO water when we visited in late June 2020.
Patsy M
VerifiedJuly 19, 2020 β’ Stayed at: 002, Loop: Loop 1
Beautiful, quiet campground with large, pretty sites, several along the river. Nice hiking trails nearby. Note, however, the campground (and all others nearby) had NO water when we visited in late June 2020.
Deb S
VerifiedJuly 18, 2020 β’ Stayed at: 002, Loop: Loop 1
It was wonderful to be able to reserve a river side site!
However, we were not informed ahead of time that there was NO potable water at this or any campground along the Metolius! We had a 10 night reservation. Itβs inexcusable! We should have been informed so as to be better prepared.
We sure hope there is water available the next time as we camp yearly and stay for 8-10 nights. Regardless, we so love Pioneer Ford campground!
Location Pioneer Ford Campground
Address:
Po Box 249
Sisters, OR, 97759
United States
Latitude & Longitude: 44.5506 / -121.622
Elevation: 834 feet
Policies & Rules
Arrival & departure
- Reserved sites must be occupied by noon the day after arrival to avoid forfeiture.
Cancellation policy
- Reservation fees are non-refundable. For campsites, cabins, lookouts, yurts, group sites, and similar stays, we charge a reservation service fee of $8.
- Standard cancellations usually have a $10 cancellation fee. Customers can generally cancel before the check-in date online.
- Late cancellation rules differ by stay type.
- Individual campsites: cancelling after 12:00am local time the day before arrival usually means a $10 cancellation fee plus forfeiting the first night's fee.
- Cabins, lookouts, and yurts: cancelling less than 14 days before arrival usually means a $10 cancellation fee plus forfeiting the first night's fee.
- One-night reservations: a late cancellation usually forfeits the full amount paid, up to the total original reservation cost.
- Modifications are allowed before the cut-off window, but fees depend on the change. Changing to dates completely outside the original reservation dates may trigger a $10 change fee. Extending or shortening a stay that still includes original dates usually has no change fee, though refunds may depend on timing and facility rules. Switching to the same type of campsite for the same dates usually has no change fee, but price differences are charged or refunded.
- Early departures may or may not be refunded. At certain facilities, partial refunds may be possible if staff can mark the site available for other visitors. No refund is given for a night if the early departure is requested after that day's check-out time.
- Security deposits are separate. Security deposits may be refunded to the original payment method if the facility is left in acceptable condition, as determined by the property.
Safety & rules
- Inspect and clean your packs, equipment, and tires to prevent invasive species.
- Camping is limited to 14 consecutive days at one site and 28 days total in a year.
- Generators cannot be used from 10 PM to 7 AM; battery-powered devices are allowed.
Vehicles & parking
- One RV with a tow vehicle or one vehicle per tent site is allowed; extra vehicles incur a nightly fee.
Fires & fuel
- Campfires and charcoal fires may be restricted during hot, dry weather conditions.
- To protect forests, do not move firewood; obtain it near your camping destination.
General
- During your time in Central Oregon, you can find wildfire, prescribed fire and smoke information at centraloregonfire.org
- Click here for more information about the Deschutes National Forest
Cancellation policy
- Refund requests incur a $10 processing fee; non-refundable fees will be declined.
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Last updated: June 4, 2026
