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382 reviews
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.
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4.3
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July 26, 2022 Stayed at: 007, Loop: SMILING RIVER CAMPGROUND
We always love camping here!! It is our favorite place! It was unfortunate to visit with the camp host to learn he is the only host for 8 campgrounds. I’m wondering why? And how recruiting was accomplished? There didn’t seem to be negative repercussions, however over time I can see this happening. I was happy to see recycling, however it needed emptied. The receptacles were over full.
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July 26, 2022 Stayed at: 007, Loop: SMILING RIVER CAMPGROUND
We always love camping here!! It is our favorite place! It was unfortunate to visit with the camp host to learn he is the only host for 8 campgrounds. I’m wondering why? And how recruiting was accomplished? There didn’t seem to be negative repercussions, however over time I can see this happening. I was happy to see recycling, however it needed emptied. The receptacles were over full.
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July 31, 2022 Stayed at: 031, Loop: SMILING RIVER CAMPGROUND
Camp host had given my site to another couple, once I showed up someone was placed there as their site was taken. Decided to let the couple stay as they had a much longer trip getting there. But disappointed not to get a call telling what happen. Camp host was no where to be found
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July 31, 2022 Stayed at: 031, Loop: SMILING RIVER CAMPGROUND
Camp host had given my site to another couple, once I showed up someone was placed there as their site was taken. Decided to let the couple stay as they had a much longer trip getting there. But disappointed not to get a call telling what happen. Camp host was no where to be found
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August 9, 2022 Stayed at: 016, Loop: SMILING RIVER CAMPGROUND
Site not very level, but right on the river. Shade in the morning, but full sun in evening, site #16. Lots of great places to cycle. Fish hatchery was interesting. Would be nice to have separate section for generator use.
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August 9, 2022 Stayed at: 016, Loop: SMILING RIVER CAMPGROUND
Site not very level, but right on the river. Shade in the morning, but full sun in evening, site #16. Lots of great places to cycle. Fish hatchery was interesting. Would be nice to have separate section for generator use.
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August 15, 2022 Stayed at: 029, Loop: SMILING RIVER CAMPGROUND
The camp host was great. The campground appears to have been designed when most trailers were smaller. It would be nice if some of the trees leaning into the road were removed. Other than that it’s a nice campground
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August 15, 2022 Stayed at: 029, Loop: SMILING RIVER CAMPGROUND
The camp host was great. The campground appears to have been designed when most trailers were smaller. It would be nice if some of the trees leaning into the road were removed. Other than that it’s a nice campground
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August 23, 2022 Stayed at: 020, Loop: SMILING RIVER CAMPGROUND
Site clean and well looked after by host.
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August 23, 2022 Stayed at: 020, Loop: SMILING RIVER CAMPGROUND
Site clean and well looked after by host.
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Po Box 249, Sisters, OR 97759 United States
Elevation: 897 ft
Smiling River Campground is located approximately 20 miles from US Highway 20, which provides access to the area.
Last updated: November 3, 2026
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Population: 3,022
Nearby city: Bend, OR
Approx. 34 mi away (straight-line distance)
Elevation: 3,186 ft
Sisters, OR
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