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Karissa V
VerifiedAugust 28, 2022 Stayed at: 014, Loop: SMILING RIVER CAMPGROUND
Absolutely wonderful time, beautiful setting, clean grounds, and right on the water with an amazing view. Close to campsite 15 but we had great neighbors.
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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.
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001, Loop: SMILING RIVER CAMPGROUND
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014, Loop: SMILING RIVER CAMPGROUND
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011, Loop: SMILING RIVER CAMPGROUND
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012, Loop: SMILING RIVER CAMPGROUND
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013, Loop: SMILING RIVER CAMPGROUND
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014, Loop: SMILING RIVER CAMPGROUND
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015, Loop: SMILING RIVER CAMPGROUND
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016, Loop: SMILING RIVER CAMPGROUND
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017, Loop: SMILING RIVER CAMPGROUND
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018, Loop: SMILING RIVER CAMPGROUND
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019, Loop: SMILING RIVER CAMPGROUND
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021, Loop: SMILING RIVER CAMPGROUND
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024, Loop: SMILING RIVER CAMPGROUND
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025, Loop: SMILING RIVER CAMPGROUND
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028, Loop: SMILING RIVER CAMPGROUND
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029, Loop: SMILING RIVER CAMPGROUND
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031, Loop: SMILING RIVER CAMPGROUND
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032, Loop: SMILING RIVER CAMPGROUND
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Reviews
382 reviews
Summary
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.
Based on guest feedback
4.3
Overall rating
Based on 382 reviews
5 stars
54.5% (208)
4 stars
27.5% (105)
3 stars
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2 stars
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1 star
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Karissa V
VerifiedAugust 28, 2022 Stayed at: 013, Loop: SMILING RIVER CAMPGROUND
Absolutely beautiful campground. I wished we could see more water from our site, but the trail along the edge of the river was amazing. We did get whiffs of the vault toilet in the AM briefly.
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Richard T
VerifiedAugust 23, 2022 Stayed at: 020, Loop: SMILING RIVER CAMPGROUND
Site clean and well looked after by host.
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Richard T
VerifiedAugust 23, 2022 Stayed at: 020, Loop: SMILING RIVER CAMPGROUND
Site clean and well looked after by host.
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Kenneth E
VerifiedAugust 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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Kenneth E
VerifiedAugust 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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Ranna B
VerifiedAugust 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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Ranna B
VerifiedAugust 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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Nicholas W
VerifiedJuly 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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Nicholas W
VerifiedJuly 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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Location & Directions for Smiling River Campground
Po Box 249, Sisters, OR 97759 United States
Elevation: 897 ft
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Smiling River Campground is located approximately 20 miles from US Highway 20, which provides access to the area.
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Last updated: November 3, 2026
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