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Pioneer Ford Campground

Pioneer Ford Campground
Pioneer Ford Campground
Pioneer Ford Campground
Pioneer Ford Campground
Pioneer Ford Campground

About Pioneer Ford Campground

Pioneer Ford is one of the most popular of the campgrounds in the area since many of the sites are well suited to RVs and most of the sites are mostly private, shaded amongst a mixture of pine and cedar trees. As you travel north away from the first in a series of Metolius-area campgrounds and Camp Sherman, the facilities become more and more isolated which is why Pioneer Ford can be so quiet. Located on the Metolius River, this campground provides access to fishing and hiking trails.

Number of accommodations: 16

Seasonal information

2026 (Current year)

2026 Season availability

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Currently closed - Opens on May 1

Sites & Availability

16 Sites Available

Site
Price
🚐 001, Loop: Loop 1
No Hookups
Price not available
🚐 002, Loop: Loop 1
No Hookups
Price not available
🚐 003, Loop: Loop 1
No Hookups
Price not available
🚐 004, Loop: Loop 1
No Hookups
Price not available
🚐 006, Loop: Loop 1
No Hookups
Price not available
🚐 007, Loop: Loop 1
No Hookups
Price not available
008 Tent Only, Loop: Loop 1
6 guests · Campfire · Pet Friendly
Price not available
009 Tent Only, Loop: Loop 1
6 guests · Campfire · Pet Friendly
Price not available
🚐 010, Loop: Loop 1
No Hookups
Price not available
🚐 011, Loop: Loop 1
No Hookups
Price not available
🚐 012, Loop: Loop 1
No Hookups
Price not available
🚐 013, Loop: Loop 1
No Hookups
Price not available
🚐 014, Loop: Loop 1
No Hookups
Price not available
🚐 016, Loop: Loop 1
No Hookups
Price not available
🚐 017, Loop: Loop 1
No Hookups
Price not available
🚐 018, Loop: Loop 1
No Hookups
Price not available

Reviews (100)

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

4.6
100 reviews
5
67.0%
67
4
24.0%
24
3
7.0%
7
2
1.0%
1
1
1.0%
1

Sally G

July 4, 2022

4

Nice campground on the beautiful Metolius river. Private spot with plenty of room and shade. Reasonably clean bathrooms and clean sites. Worth coming back to camp.

Christine M

Verified

June 17, 2022 Stayed at: 007, Loop: Loop 1

2

There is no way to determine from the map which side of the site driveway the table and fire pit are on. Our site was on the opposite side of our trailer door and awning.

Jeffrey T

Verified

June 17, 2022 Stayed at: 001, Loop: Loop 1

5

Great site and campground. Quiet and clean.

Josh H

Verified

June 14, 2022 Stayed at: 009 Tent Only, Loop: Loop 1

5

We stayed in site 9. Note that it was tent only, no way to drive in car, which worked out fine for us. Beautiful setting beside river. Some shade from trees. Quiet campsite. Large site with 2 picnic tables and fireplace with grill top.

Lucy B

June 13, 2022

5

Beautiful

Tonya J

Verified

September 26, 2021 Stayed at: 017, Loop: Loop 1

5

We loved Pioneer Ford campground! What a beautiful, serene campground. So quiet!! The Metolius has long been our favorite area to camp. Now we have added Pioneer Ford campground to our favorites.

Vikki B

Verified

September 16, 2021 Stayed at: 016, Loop: Loop 1

4

Because of wildfire smoke we didn't go but our other party did and Loved it, minus smoke and no available water at the time but still rated it good

Diana N

Verified

September 10, 2021 Stayed at: 012, Loop: Loop 1

5

An amazing area with a diverse forest.

Jackie B

Verified

September 10, 2021 Stayed at: 001, Loop: Loop 1

5

excellent site, although by the trail

Jim G

Verified

September 2, 2021 Stayed at: 003, Loop: Loop 1

4

Water system was down so that was a limitation.

Location Pioneer Ford Campground

Address:
Po Box 249
Sisters, OR, 97759
United States

Latitude & Longitude: 44.5506 / -121.622

Elevation: 834 feet

Policies & Rules

Category About
General

Prevent the spread of invasive species by inspecting and cleaning packs, equipment and tires before using lake or trails.

General

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. 

General

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. 

General

During your time in Central Oregon, you can find wildfire, prescribed fire and smoke information at centraloregonfire.org 

General

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.
Once your reservation start date has begun, neither the Recreation.gov Contact Center nor the campground manager will be able to modify your reservation.

General

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).

General

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.

General

Click here for more information about the Deschutes National Forest

General

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.

General

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.

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