Smiling River Campground

Sites & Rates

Average nightly rates

28 total sites

RV Sites

28 sites

About Smiling River Campground

Nestled in Deschutes National Forest, Smiling River Campground offers visitors some of the most stunning scenery in central Oregon and easy access to an abundance of recreational activities.

Number of accommodations: 28

Activities & Attractions

Nearby

Hiking

Hiking

Year-round

Campground Amenities

Water and Hygiene

Water and Hygiene

  • Potable Water
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Rates, Sites & Availability

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28 Sites Available

Site
Price
🚐 001, Loop: SMILING RIVER CAMPGROUND RV
No Hookups
🚐 002, Loop: SMILING RIVER CAMPGROUND RV
No Hookups
🚐 003, Loop: SMILING RIVER CAMPGROUND RV
No Hookups
🚐 006, Loop: SMILING RIVER CAMPGROUND RV
No Hookups
🚐 007, Loop: SMILING RIVER CAMPGROUND RV
No Hookups
🚐 008, Loop: SMILING RIVER CAMPGROUND RV
No Hookups
🚐 009, Loop: SMILING RIVER CAMPGROUND RV
No Hookups
🚐 010, Loop: SMILING RIVER CAMPGROUND RV
No Hookups
🚐 011, Loop: SMILING RIVER CAMPGROUND RV
No Hookups
🚐 012, Loop: SMILING RIVER CAMPGROUND RV
No Hookups
🚐 013, Loop: SMILING RIVER CAMPGROUND RV
No Hookups
🚐 014, Loop: SMILING RIVER CAMPGROUND RV
No Hookups
🚐 015, Loop: SMILING RIVER CAMPGROUND RV
No Hookups
🚐 016, Loop: SMILING RIVER CAMPGROUND RV
No Hookups
🚐 017, Loop: SMILING RIVER CAMPGROUND RV
No Hookups
🚐 018, Loop: SMILING RIVER CAMPGROUND RV
No Hookups
🚐 019, Loop: SMILING RIVER CAMPGROUND RV
No Hookups
🚐 020, Loop: SMILING RIVER CAMPGROUND RV
No Hookups
🚐 021, Loop: SMILING RIVER CAMPGROUND RV
No Hookups
🚐 022, Loop: SMILING RIVER CAMPGROUND RV
No Hookups
🚐 023, Loop: SMILING RIVER CAMPGROUND RV
No Hookups
🚐 024, Loop: SMILING RIVER CAMPGROUND RV
No Hookups
🚐 025, Loop: SMILING RIVER CAMPGROUND RV
No Hookups
🚐 028, Loop: SMILING RIVER CAMPGROUND RV
No Hookups
🚐 029, Loop: SMILING RIVER CAMPGROUND RV
No Hookups
🚐 030, Loop: SMILING RIVER CAMPGROUND RV
No Hookups
🚐 031, Loop: SMILING RIVER CAMPGROUND RV
No Hookups
🚐 032, Loop: SMILING RIVER CAMPGROUND RV
No Hookups

Reviews (367)

What Guests Are Saying

Smiling River Campground offers a beautiful setting with clean and well-maintained facilities, attracting many campers who appreciate the quiet and peaceful atmosphere by the river. Guests have praised the helpful camp host and the enjoyable outdoor activities available, such as hiking and biking. However, some concerns have been raised about the maintenance of the bathrooms and issues with the reservation system, which could detract from the overall experience.

Review Summary

4.3
367 reviews
5
54.0%
198
4
27.8%
102
3
11.2%
41
2
4.9%
18
1
2.2%
8

GERDA E

Verified

July 3, 2024 Stayed at: 002, Loop: SMILING RIVER CAMPGROUND

5

Its very lovely to be off the grid for the duration. A store is one mile away, a beautiful trail along the Metolius river. Birding was great, including the Merganser with her ducklings.

GERDA E

Verified

July 3, 2024 Stayed at: 002, Loop: SMILING RIVER CAMPGROUND

5

Its very lovely to be off the grid for the duration. A store is one mile away, a beautiful trail along the Metolius river. Birding was great, including the Merganser with her ducklings.

Jane K

Verified

July 3, 2024 Stayed at: 030, Loop: SMILING RIVER CAMPGROUND

5

clean, well stocked pit toilets. Campsites well maintained, in fact there were markings in the dirt where the site had been raked clean. We wanted to switch sites upon arrival and the host helped us do that.

Mike F

Verified

June 28, 2024 Stayed at: 008, Loop: SMILING RIVER CAMPGROUND

4

Great site close to the river. Lots of privacy. The only issue we could not put the awning all the way out because of the location of a big tree. If we had been tent camping, or had a trailer that was smaller this site would be 5 stars

Mike F

Verified

June 28, 2024 Stayed at: 008, Loop: SMILING RIVER CAMPGROUND

4

Great site close to the river. Lots of privacy. The only issue we could not put the awning all the way out because of the location of a big tree. If we had been tent camping, or had a trailer that was smaller this site would be 5 stars

Monika M

Verified

June 18, 2024 Stayed at: 029, Loop: SMILING RIVER CAMPGROUND

5

The area is beautiful! Amazing scenery!

Monika M

Verified

June 18, 2024 Stayed at: 029, Loop: SMILING RIVER CAMPGROUND

5

The area is beautiful! Amazing scenery!

John Z

Verified

June 6, 2024 Stayed at: 003, Loop: SMILING RIVER CAMPGROUND

4

Quiet, relaxing, clean, felt safe. Friendly campers.

John Z

Verified

June 6, 2024 Stayed at: 003, Loop: SMILING RIVER CAMPGROUND

4

Quiet, relaxing, clean, felt safe. Friendly campers.

Robert W

Verified

October 18, 2023 Stayed at: 020, Loop: SMILING RIVER CAMPGROUND

3

Average in every way. Nothing special. OK.

Location Smiling River Campground

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

Highway access

Smiling River Campground is located approximately 20 miles from US Highway 20, which provides access to the area.

Elevation: 897 feet

Distance to downtown

19 mi drive to downtown Sisters (about 26 min)

Nearby Campgrounds

Nearby destinations


Last updated: September 9, 2026

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