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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

Nearby Activities & Attractions

Fishing

Hiking

Seasonal information

2026 (Current year)

2026 Season availability

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Currently open - May 22 to Sep 26

Rates, Sites & Availability

Select check-in and check-out dates to see real-time availability for each site.

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 (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.

Review Summary

4.5
193 reviews
5
66.3%
128
4
24.9%
48
3
6.7%
13
2
1.0%
2
1
1.0%
2

Lizann S

Verified

July 19, 2023 Stayed at: 009 Tent Only, Loop: Loop 1

5

The camp host was excellent, restroom was clean.
Make sure to visit the Camp Sherman store for a great deli sandwich or hamburger. They have everything you need.
A must see is the Wizard Falls Trout Hatchery -

Anne C

Verified

July 5, 2023 Stayed at: 011, Loop: Loop 1

5

Very peaceful campground, large sites.

Anne C

Verified

July 5, 2023 Stayed at: 011, Loop: Loop 1

5

Very peaceful campground, large sites.

Steve H

Verified

June 21, 2023 Stayed at: 006, Loop: Loop 1

5

The camp host, Emily, was just great. I forgot my camp chair, so she loaned me hers! She was friendly with everyone in spite of being quite busy.

Steve H

Verified

June 21, 2023 Stayed at: 006, Loop: Loop 1

5

The camp host, Emily, was just great. I forgot my camp chair, so she loaned me hers! She was friendly with everyone in spite of being quite busy.

Sally S

Verified

June 19, 2023 Stayed at: 012, Loop: Loop 1

4

Nice campground, vault toilets fairly clean but did have a strong odor. Water available. Lots to do in this area, hiking is great. Was there early June, no mosquitos! Nice shaded fairly private sites right on the river, many pull through sites as well.

Sally S

Verified

June 19, 2023 Stayed at: 012, Loop: Loop 1

4

Nice campground, vault toilets fairly clean but did have a strong odor. Water available. Lots to do in this area, hiking is great. Was there early June, no mosquitos! Nice shaded fairly private sites right on the river, many pull through sites as well.

William H

Verified

June 16, 2023 Stayed at: 002, Loop: Loop 1

5

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William H

Verified

June 16, 2023 Stayed at: 002, Loop: Loop 1

5

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Arthur K

Verified

June 14, 2023 Stayed at: 016, Loop: Loop 1

4

We have been camping at Pioneer Ford many times. It is still just a beautiful as ever. What made this particular trip stand out was the campground host. She had the campground running in tip top shape and was dealing with the number of reservation no-shows, that take sites away from people that truley want to camp, in a very efficient and fair manner. We need more hosts like this.

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

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