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Smiling River Campground

Po Box 249, Sisters, Oregon, United States

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

Nearby Activities & Attractions

Hiking

Campground Amenities

Water and Hygiene

Water and Hygiene

  • Potable Water
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Rates, Sites & Availability

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🚐 001, Loop: SMILING RIVER CAMPGROUND
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Reviews (340)

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What Guests Are Saying

Smiling River Campground is highly praised for its clean, quiet, and beautiful setting along the Metolious River, making it a favorite destination for many campers. The campground offers a variety of recreational activities and easy access to nearby amenities. While some reviews mention issues with bathroom maintenance and occasional nuisances like flies, the overall experience is positive, highlighting the friendly camp host and well-kept facilities.

Review Summary

4.3
340 reviews
5
54.7%
186
4
27.1%
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3
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THOMAS S

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July 22, 2020 • Stayed at: 009, Loop: SMILING RIVER CAMPGROUND

4

Camping at the Metolius is always special!
Site #9 is very secluded and private!

THOMAS S

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July 22, 2020 • Stayed at: 009, Loop: SMILING RIVER CAMPGROUND

4

Camping at the Metolius is always special!
Site #9 is very secluded and private!

Chris P

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July 21, 2020 • Stayed at: 014, Loop: SMILING RIVER CAMPGROUND

5

Wonderful

Chris P

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July 21, 2020 • Stayed at: 014, Loop: SMILING RIVER CAMPGROUND

5

Wonderful

Tammie G

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July 19, 2020 • Stayed at: 028, Loop: SMILING RIVER CAMPGROUND

4

I wish the spots had more ground cover, it was very dusty and hard to keep dirt out of our food and coolers. But! We had a great time, the camp hosts were amazing and we will definitely be back. It’s beautiful, things were quiet and most of all the kids had a blast playing in the forest.

Tammie G

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July 19, 2020 • Stayed at: 028, Loop: SMILING RIVER CAMPGROUND

4

I wish the spots had more ground cover, it was very dusty and hard to keep dirt out of our food and coolers. But! We had a great time, the camp hosts were amazing and we will definitely be back. It’s beautiful, things were quiet and most of all the kids had a blast playing in the forest.

Gary S

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July 17, 2020 • Stayed at: 009, Loop: SMILING RIVER CAMPGROUND

4

Great campground!

Gary S

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July 17, 2020 • Stayed at: 009, Loop: SMILING RIVER CAMPGROUND

4

Great campground!

Bob P

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July 16, 2020 • Stayed at: 010, Loop: SMILING RIVER CAMPGROUND

3

I had thieves steal both of my fly equipement the first night. Site 10. These are not other campers but locals who hit the campgrounds every few weeks. It had happened before and sure would have helped had there been a warning sign on the bulletin board. Lock your stuff up. Pretty sad.

Bob P

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July 16, 2020 • Stayed at: 010, Loop: SMILING RIVER CAMPGROUND

3

I had thieves steal both of my fly equipement the first night. Site 10. These are not other campers but locals who hit the campgrounds every few weeks. It had happened before and sure would have helped had there been a warning sign on the bulletin board. Lock your stuff up. Pretty sad.

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.

Latitude & Longitude: 44.4933 / -121.641

Elevation: 897 feet

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Last updated: June 4, 2026

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